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I have searched for those pear clips like crazy and can't find them anywhere! The kind that look like shower curtain rings. Does anyone know where I can go to a store and buy them? I've looked on Lowes, Home Depot, and Menards. I think my problem is I don't know what the technical name is...

Sorry, not sure if I posted this in the right section. But I was reading through the Empress book I have, and in the back it says you can buy The Rancher's Handbook. I was just wondering what this is. Is it something just for big breeders, or does it have useful information for everyone?

While I know that trophies go to champion/reserve champion, I just wondered...what are the ribbons for? I see them at shows, but don't really see them being given to people...just the trophies. So, I just wondered what they were for. Just a goofy random thought that ran through my head. Thanks :)

Are there any kind of guidelines? What's too small? Too young, etc.? Just wondering how you know when they're big/old enough. I have a couple that I'm interested in showing, mainly for judge opinions, but not sure if they're too small. I don't want to waste anyone's time. Not sure if I should...

I understand once you purchase a chin, it's up to you do do what you like with it. But in your opinion, do you think it's rude? I am new into chinchillas. I am just in love with them! I have spent some descent money buying good quality animals from well-known breeders. I take very good care of...

I'm debating on showing one of my chins at a show. I have been searching for some guidance on when to start preparing her, and how far in advance...what combs I need, etc. How many times to dust...when to dust...when not to dust, etc. Just looking for any help. It stinks being new, but I suppose...

Just curious... what factors age-wise do you consider when buying a new chin from a breeder? Do you prefer buying a younger chin who's only a few months old, or an adult? What are some pros and cons?

I have a chin who just turned 1 on November 13. I weigh my babies every Tuesday. This chin weighed 578g tonight. She was 545g last Tuesday and 514g two Tuesdays ago. I have had her since the end of October. Is it normal for them to hit a growth spurt at this age? She's very active and healthy. I...

Not sure if it matters, but I live in NE Ohio. Where can I find Blue Kote in a store? Or do I need to order it online?

My baby Alexander came up with a bald spot by his eye the other day. It was fresh and pink when I noticed it. That was 2 days ago. I just picked him up and looked at it closer. Now it's a bit more brown and hard. His eye isn't seeping or swollen. Just has a bald spot. Does this look like it...

I am new to chinchillas. I got my first one in September. I have been to a claiming show so far. I was just wondering a couple things: Does your chin have to be a solid color to be entered in a show? I didn't notice any mosaics at the show (besides babies for sale). So, do they not judge...

So, I bought my first chin at Pet Supplies Plus, not knowing any better! A week later I went and got a second one because I read they're happier in pairs. TWO employees assured me the 2nd was a boy! They were together for almost a month before I found out chin #2 wasn't a he! Because they were...

I have mentioned this in a different post, but didn't think it was as serious as I do now. My baby girl, Capri, she's 3 months old (born August 29). When I got her from the breeder, she was 292 grams and quite healthy. Thriving and playing all the time. I brought her home November 1. Today is...

I just changed my liners yesterday and they already smell pretty bad. I am new to using them. Is there any way to keep them smelling a litter better in between changing them? I was hoping they would last at least 3 days before having to change! I have 2 chins per cage.

Ok, so I read posts from this site all the time, and I learn tons! Which is how I've come to learn chins have very sensitive systems and things can go wrong all the time! This worries the beegeezies outta me! I have 8 chins. One is 1 year old, 2 are 4/5 mos old. The other 5 are babies, just...

I'm not sure what to do. I just picked her up and theres like smooshed soft poo ALL over her rear end, mashed up in her fur and everything! (she's white) I haven't noticed any loose poops or diarrhea in their cage. I got her from the Ryerson Ranch 2 weeks ago. She's on the same food and...

I have 2 Ferret Nations, split in the middle. So, it's like having 4 cages. I have been using Carefresh bedding for the past couple months. Now that I have 4 cages, it's getting too expensive. I switched to Aspen (kiln dried) today, and it's just everywhere. I have vaccuumed over 5 times today...

I'm getting ready to invest in some good wheels for my furry babies. I'm curious to hear all your opinions on which you think is better..the Chin Spin or the Grape Escape/Silver Surfer. I see the Grape Escape wheels only have a 4" running surface, and the Chin Spins' is over 6". Seems like the...

I just got one last night with 2 day shipping for a grand total of $152.98!! I was seriously looking around to see I had room for another cage in here!! But I don't. Great deal though! I just bought one at Petsmart the other day for $229.99 plus tax, and they're $299.99 at PSP!!! I was going to...

http://www.ferret.com/item/marshall-estate-ferret-home/650222/ I mean, brand name...I know it doesn't say Ferret Nation. But, design-wise...is it much different. I have been looking to get 2 Ferret Nation cages and have been shopping for a great price. Since these are on the same site I Just...