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70-72 in the summertime, and then in the winter it can be anywhere from 65-70.

Awww! So cute!!! My Tribble snuggles up to his chinniebuddie the same way!

Yep, I agree with Narcissus. I have both sexes of chinchillas and they live in the same room (separate cages and playtimes). Have been for 3 years. You should have your cages a good distance apart to prevent mating through the cage bars. It's risky to have a chinchilla undergo surgery and I...

Yes, I believe Blizzard anti-pill fleece is the best. It has to be anti-pill because it doesn't have those little balls that form after being washed.

I also use a small pyrex dish for a shaving box.

I agree with Riven and Sue. Ditch the fleece. That will help with the smell a lot. As far as playtime goes, do they have wheels in their cages? A good wheel in their cage will help them get exercise and burn off excess energy. They don't need to come out for playtime everyday. I know several...

Awww! Mochi is super cute! So glad you are bonding well with her!

Yeah. I wouldn't use distilled water. You can get reverse osmosis water from many grocery stores/gas stations and that is good. I used to give my chins that until I got a pur filter for my faucet. The chins drink more water now than before, so they must like it. You can get the pitchers too...

Wow, just wow. I don't even know where to start. It's sad to think how many people will get bad info and then want a chin.

I know the rabbit needs to be a in a completely separate room. They can never be in the same room. To be honest, I would probably change my clothes (and wash my hands really good) if I handled the rabbit before caring for my chins. I might be going too far though lol. Better safe than sorry! I'm...

Here is a list of safe and unsafe woods. http://www.chins-n-hedgies.com/forums/showthread.php?t=25564&highlight=Safe+wood+list My chins' favorite is applewood.

You can use wood shavings as bedding. Aspen and kiln dried pine are both fine. Stay away from cedar. It causes respiratory issues in small animals. I use pets pick pine from walmart and it's really good.

Even though the Silver Surfer, Chinspin and Flying Saucer are pricier, they are well worth it. All of these are good quality. My chins use the Silver Surfers and I bought them like 2 years ago. They are going strong. These wheels can last for years. Well worth the investment over a cheap plastic...

They should probably take her off the "Chin suppliers list" if no one has heard from her and she isn't filling orders..

No, pet store chinchillas are not mute. Sometimes, they just don't make noise. It's not an all the time thing. I don't know whether they would be characterized as a vocal species or not. Some do it more than others.

haha, typical rotten chin ;) I had Tribble out for playtime a long time ago and he grabbed a bill that I needed and ran off with it. It was so funny because I was telling him, "No no... let go of that" and it just made him run more. LMAO

I am so sorry about Chubbs. :( These little guys really do have a tight grip on our hearts. People don't understand unless they have one of their own. Only you can decide when is the right time to get another chin(s). Taking care of two vs one isn't really a big deal. Pretty much the same amount...

I liked it! Go Gizmo!

Hi there and welcome! Gabriel is such a cutie! Sounds like you are bonding real well with him! My Tribble doesn't like to be pet on his back either. He starts kecking..lol. Does Gabriel do that? I use a wooden hay rack, but mine will still waste a bunch of hay. They are so picky! lol and yes...

I've never had to have a chin's teeth filed. I am currently watching one of my girls though. Tia has been chewing treats slower. I've been monitoring weights once a week. I'm hoping it isn't the start of something. I am worried. :( I once thought that malo was caused by chins not getting enough...