Chinchillas?

Question

I'm going to get a pet chinchilla, and I wanted to know the average cost of the pet itself, and its supplies. Also, could someone provide a breif supply list of things I will probably need for my chinchilla.

Thanks so much.

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Answer 1

Here is a list of things that you will need when getting a Chinchilla. It will help you get started.

1. Large cage, the taller the better since Chinchillas love to climb. (plastic can be toxic to them so try not to buy a cage with plastic)...Quality Cage is a very good place with various packages on cages 100.00-300.00

2. Exercise Wheel to keep your Chinchilla healthy and strong. 60.00

3. Bedding ( do not use pine or cedar) Must use Care Fresh or Aspen 10.00

4. Fresh Water Daily (best to use bottled water or sterilized)

5. Pellet Food made specifically for Chinchillas (do not use other kinds) 6.00

6. Chewing toys to keep the teeth healthy (certain wood can be harmful)4.00

7. Fresh Hay Daily (must use loose Timothy Hay)4.00

8. Dust for a bath (must not be scented)4.00

9. They need an environment that is never too hot (try to maintain less than 75 degrees)..at least have small window air conditioner

The chinchilla itself would be about 100.00-150.00