230 Bammel Westfield Road, Houston, Texas 77090281-587-2336

Chinchilla

You can tell these delightful little creatures come from the mountains by the way they love to run and bounce around. Though they cannot be litter trained, they are very clean and virtually odorless.

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Other Animal Facts

Origin

Andes mountain ranges of Northern Chile

Colors

Gray is most common, but can come in many shades of white, black, beige, and gray

Lifespan

10-15 years on average

Personality

Chinchillas are agile and active. They enjoy being petted but may resist cuddling.

Diet

Feed commercial food with small quantities of hay, dried fruit, and fresh veggies.

Environment

Keep in a large, multi-level cage with shelves for perching and plenty of room to run. Need lots of chew toys.

Socializing

Highly social; should be housed in pairs or small groups whenever possible. May be too delicate for small kids.