So guys...

[Allieblue]

When I got my chin a few months ago, I purchased him along with a starter cage that included some Nutriphase fruit flavored mineral chews, however, even though it says on the front it's 'for' chinchillas, among other critters, I just wanted to make sure giving my chin these treats wont hurt him in the long run, or cause any problems.

Just been wanting to know because I don't know what else to do with these, haha...

Here's a link to them on PetSmart's website in case anyone's curious...
http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2753475

 

[Silverrose]

I would definitely chuck it. Chinchillas don't need an added mineral block, they get all the nutrients they need from hay and an appropriate pellet. Plus one of the main ingredients in that is sugar, which is not healthy or safe to give a chin. It's just one of those junk treats that companies make so they can make money, not thinking about what is beneficial to your chin or correct chinchilla care.

 

[Allieblue]

Yeah, I noticed the sugar, which was the main reason I was so apprehensive :/

Anyway, thanks! I'll be sure to toss 'em.

 

[starleomach]

I would toss them.

 

[monarch]

Wow that looks so bad.

 

[Isabella Whateva]

Yeah, they had those in my starter cage when I first got Banilly. Since it was made for chinchillas, I fed them to her. I wish I'd known better. Luckily, nothing bad happened from what I can tell but I would definitely throw them away, knowing what I know now!
Stupid starter sets