Chinchillas are furry and frisky animals that make great pets. One interesting fact about these amazing animals is that they require dust baths to keep their skin and fur healthy and soft. Learn more about these fascinating creatures, their behaviors, and how to care for them in the sections below.
Experience Level: Beginner
Expected Size: Chinchillas can grow to about 10-16 inches (25 cm-41cm) long, including the tail.
Lifespan: They live from 10-15 years.
Behavior: They are most active at dawn and dusk.
Social: "Chinchies" can live in pairs or groups, as long as they're all-male or all-female.
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Safety tips for you and your pet:
1. ALL ANIMALS can potentially carry viral, bacterial, fungal, and parasitic diseases contagious to humans. 2. Thoroughly wash your hands with
warm, soapy water before and after contact with any pet or its habitat. 3. Adults should assist children with hand washing after contact with a pet or its enclosure. 4. Use caution when handling pets, and remember they may bite or scratch, especially when stressed.