Some of the links on this page are affiliate links. That means we make a small commission if you buy the products we link to. We’ve picked the best products…
Chinchillas are loving, docile animals. But affectionate pets can turn nasty and even dangerous sometimes: biting, scratching and more. So what about chinchillas?
Chinchillas take dust baths, not water baths, although it is possible to bathe a chinchilla in water if you know what you’re doing. But how can you, and why would you ever need to?
Lavender has a great reputation as a helpful herb. But would either its raw form, or lavender essential oil, be good for chinchillas? And if so, or if not, why?
So, you’ve bought your chinchilla’s cage and everything that goes in it. But where do you put your pet’s food bowl, its platforms, and everything else? If you get this decision wrong, your pet’s health could be at risk…
Why not start with our complete chinchilla shopping list instead?
We've listed absolutely everything you need to get started, and included handy links to need-to-know info that's essential for your new pet's health and well-being.
I'm an independent chinchilla owner and I don't need help from the likes of you.
