Habitat Tips For Chinchillas

Your chinchilla requires a clean, dry, hospitable home to stay happy and healthy. In addition to being spacious, ventilated, chew-proof, and secure, your pet's home should contain the essentials:

Proper bedding - do not use cedar shavings, pine shavings, or sawdust. Instead, use Aspen bedding, shredded papers, or other natural materials that do not contain irritating oils or preservatives.
Food and water containers
Toys
Treats
Tooth-grooming toys and chews
Exercisers
A container with dust for bathing
Hay for nibbling

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Do not place your pet's home in direct sunlight (although it should be located in a bright, accessible area) or in a draughty area. Keep the home out of reach of very young children and other pets. If you use a cage with a mesh bottom, cover a portion of it with fabric or a piece of smooth wood to prevent foot injuries.

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