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This chin needs to see a vet. Several things could be causing these issues, none of them are something that a pet owner should self-diagnose and treat without the guidance of a vet.

Welcome! Can't wait to see pictures!

CONGRATS!!! Do you have 2 separate cages incase they don't get along? Can't wait to see pictures!

Exactly. As a pet owner I would personally never pay more than $150 for a single chinchilla, regardless of color or fur quality. And to pay more than $50-$75 I would really have to want that specific mutation and animal.

So adorable! Congrats!

HAHAHAHAHAHA! Moose's brother Bailey isn't clumsy, but he frequently makes suicide jumps out of the cage. Luckily I caught him in midair every time when he was on top of the FN. After about 3 jumps in a row I moved him to the bottom level. Also unlike Moose, Bailey wont sit still when he lands...

UPDATE: Just thought I'd let you know how everything is going. Thank you again for all the help and advice. We've been working on this for a month now. Poop is slightly smaller, but consistent and still within the realm of what I would consider to be healthy. No issues with bloat so far...

No, chins should not have cucumber or any fresh veggies. I wouldn't be concerned with the amount your chin ate as a one time thing. Like Dawn said, maybe some abnormal poop for a bit. In general chins can't process the sugars in fresh fruits and veggies, so they are not safe treats, and can...

Whoa! Look at all that fun!! Very cool playground, the chins look like they're having a blast!

One of our forum members made a video on handfeeding kits. It may help you get a visual on what Tunes is talking about. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4FInwea3WzQ&feature=relmfu You can see that the kit isn't latching on, and suckling, the nipple. The person is very carefully dispensing one...

I literally had the exact same thing happen to Latte when she was a kit. My other chin was out playing, and bit her toe off through the cage bars. I applied blue kote and it still got infected after a day or two. I got a cleaning solution from my vet, it was called novasal or novasand? Something...

They are so cute! I'm sensing a calender picture? So glad they're getting along!

I just want to add one more thing for you to consider. As mentioned, there is always a risk of complications with surgery. If you do decide to get him castrated PLEASE pick up a bag of Critical Care (syringe feed) and feeding syringes prior to having the surgery done. I don't know how many times...

Interesting idea. I don't know your setup, but I wouldn't trust the house to do the job alone. It's not going to be a good replacement for air conditioning (hoping you have an AC unit) You won't be able to monitor the temperature of the stones 24/7. The overall room still needs to be kept at a...

I think it is excellent that you're doing research and saving up for your chin. Chinchillas can get sick and need vet care, which can cost $100's of dollars at a time. Have you talked to your dad about helping to pay for this if an emergency comes up?

Happy Birthday Beautiful Button! I love how she sleeps in the middle of the floor. Too adorable!

I'm sorry for your loss. I was home last year when my AC went out, but that's my biggest fear, not being home if it were to go out again :-(

Happy Birthday pretty boy! Looks like you scored some awesome goodies!

I don't know what you're talking about Mom. I would NEVER dig up my liner (even though it's girly and pink). An evil tricksy chin must have snuck in my cage when I was sleeping. I swear I was framed! Checking out my sun roof :-) Bailey with some adorable sleepy ears Bailey with demon...

My pretty Lady girl. Eating hay like a good girl. Latte thinks she's getting a treat Sulking in the corner because there was no treat, just scritches