Chinchillas are soft, furry, and extremely cute animals. Chinchillas do seem cute, but may not be the best pet for children. If a chinchilla is in a situation in which it feels uncomfortable, such as being squeezed too tight, it will bite. These animals are classified as rodents, but unlike others, it lacks an unpleasant smell. Chinchillas have a common lifespan of 15+ years. They also love dust bathing, so you should supply them with something dust-like to roll around in. If a chinchilla is allowed to run free in a house, it will eventually chew it down. For food, chinchillas need a sipper bottle to drink from. It is recommended to put a metal shielding on the plastic bottle, since a chinchilla can easily chew through plastic. You may be able to buy food at a local pet store. These animals like exercise, but it may be very hard to find a place in which the chinchilla will be able to exercise without gnawing or chewing. Wired-floored cages are NOT recommended for chinchillas because this can cause arthritis in the feet. The bad thing about buying a chinchilla is that you have to contact a breeder in which you trust. Pet stores may not supply you with a good-quality pet, they only want to sell. If you have any other questions, it is recommended to ask a local breeder.
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