I really like your point about the water bottles! Since chins don’t even drink that much so it seems convenient to get a big bottle but that just leads to procrastination. Great video❤️
Living in Hawaii, AC is the #1 priority for my chins. A close second is their ChinSpin....Nice supplies video. As a fairly recent chin owner, any info is greatly appreciated.
Evie Smith I think she said in another vid that it depends on how they act if they don’t get along then get another one but most likely they will get along so probably not
Some people can't get wheels because where they live is hot and their chinchilla might become in a way addicted to running on their wheel. Great video, your videos help me a lot!
Exactly - chinchillas are not good at realizing and adjusting their body temperatures. There has been cases where a chinchilla runs on the wheel nonstop then die from a heat stroke.
Where the heck do you guy toys, huts, cage essentials etc.? Basic pet stores don’t have a bunch of stuff for chinchillas and I’m struggling to find safe things for my chinchilla.
There’s a lot of different websites such as AZ Chinchillas, Zoey & Lilo’s Toy Box, TJ’s Chinchilla Supplies, Ronda’s Chinchillas. You can also find lots of cute things on Etsy shops 💕
marika giakoumelou I’ve used it for 7 years for all my pets, and it’s great! Any Timothy hay works so long as it’s not too dusty, fresh and green. There’s been some variation in quality recently though with oxbow.
This is late but i have a few questions: how many times do you change the fleece?? why is tile good for them? are these choices better then the wood shaving ones? (easier to clean)
Kendall Johnson I change the fleece every 5 to 7 days or when needed. The tile is just an option. I like it because it keeps him cool down there when he’s running on his wheel plus he doesn’t pee on it so it’s easier to keep clean. And it totally depends on your preferences. I used to use wood shavings and I don’t like them as much as fleece. Fleece is much neater and easier to clean 💕
I always buy my chinchillas new toys, hoping that they will like it, but they always couldn't care less about them. Like honestly, they are like cats, they use everything as a toy except the thing that is made to be a toy, so they chew on anything but their toys 😥😥
Mei Tachibana I suggest covering ledges with fleece and if chin will chew, remove. It’s not that expensive anyway. I don’t have any targets or Walmarts in my country, but apparently they have fleece. Any fleece blanket will do
llama. com You will definitely need Timothy hay for them. Hay makes up most of their diet, about 75%. I would try different brands like Oxbow and All Living Things and others just to test which ones he’s less allergic too. But there’s no way around it. That’s the type of hay they need to stay nourished💕
Hi! So im not a chinchilla owner yet but i hope to be getting one in the next few months. What are your thoughts on the Pet Revolution SILENT Chinchilla Wheel, 16" Small Animal Exercise Wheel?
@@phrog1582 looking at the description it says there are a few options, either galvanized steel or aluminum; would those be appropriate? Its also made of steel and stainless steel
Hey where did you get your cage I have my chinchilla and I really like your cage but I don't know where to get it?Also please get this to top comment I really wants this cage don't mean to seem greedy but I do want the cage really bad.
Does anyone have any cheaper wheel suggestions? I want to give the chinchillas I am adopting soon the best life, but I don't think I can afford an $100 wheel
Joshua M you definitely should I just got my first one and I love him so much! He defiantly hasn’t made my life harder and maybe he’s made it easier because If I’m having a bad day I know I can just come home to him and his cute little face (btw if you do get one this is just a suggestion of a name: *chimichanga* I thought if this because my chins name is burrito)
Saif Ullah Farooq not really. They are expensive, lots of work to bond with, and they poop tons and take everyday maintenance. But other than that, they are great pets.
Why my chinchillas want to eat every cardboard box and papers in my room?!? We give them apple tree bites that they like to chew but still they destroy everything
There are a lot of breeders that suggest against a wheel in a cage due to the risk of heat stroke. So as long as you have a large enough cage they should be fine and will primarily get their exercise by running around their cage.
Hey thank you so much for your videos you have inspired me to get a chinchilla myself I watch you all the time and you always light up my day please post more so I can learn and get ready for my chinchilla
I personally give my chinchillas about a 1/2 a cup daily. Typically chinchillas will not over eat their pellets. So I would suggest giving them as much as they will eat in a day.
Animals 101 They’re socially very different, require different setups and buns are really prone to respiratory infections due to dust so they’re not good mixes! Also most rabbits actually carry a bacteria called pasteurella that can kill a chinchilla if they’re exposed to each other :) that’s why mine are housed in different levels of the house and I have to wash my hands between contact. It’d be super cute if they could be together safely though.
My bunny is a free roam and i let my chinchilla out and they tried to fight. i seperated them before anything happened. My chinchilla is kinda evil though so
You can't technically "train" them but you can make it appeasing to them. Some methods include: putting a litter box in a corner they pee in and blocking off all other corners. Plus an added bonus if you put a different bedding in the litter pan from what is in the cage and some people even have success will adding a decent size rock in the litter box. They say its kinda like sitting on toilet for a chinchilla. IDK its weird. Also, you can only train them to pee in a box since they do not have control over where they poop.
@Sarah Colvin sorry I meant flying saucer. They are similar to the wheel and do the same thing though. I got mine from flyingsaucerwheels.com. They are supposed to last around 10-15 years because you can buy replacement parts. The wheel makes noise but not horrible to the point where you can't fall asleep. (My chins in my bedroom) Oh and it was $85
An essential for chinchilla care is watching this Channel ❤️
Inr :)
I really like your point about the water bottles! Since chins don’t even drink that much so it seems convenient to get a big bottle but that just leads to procrastination. Great video❤️
EmsLilZoo Thanks!
Your videos have helped me so much I am looking at getting a chinchilla and I have been looking up stuff about chinchillas doing some research!!Luv u!
Living in Hawaii, AC is the #1 priority for my chins. A close second is their ChinSpin....Nice supplies video. As a fairly recent chin owner, any info is greatly appreciated.
Your vids help me I just got buttons yesterday and now I’m getting two! Thank u so much bec you really helped me with what I need to get. 😁😆🤩
You help so much thank you 😊💗💗
Hi where did you get the wheel ?
Hi I am adopting 2 chinchillas (bonded pair both girls) do I keep them in separate cages next to each other or together?
Evie Smith I think she said in another vid that it depends on how they act if they don’t get along then get another one but most likely they will get along so probably not
hi
Dust. Baths: Normal kids play sand or chinchilla sand? Which are the dangerous one cuz idk
Hi💛 early🐭!!!!!! Great video, very useful😘
Hi
My Chinchillas eat their huts. I can't keep toys for mine either. They destroy toys in a couple of hours.
Weird question but does anyone no wat the intro song is called? Thanks.
I’m getting two chinnies next week! Wish me luck 💕
The Corgi Louie Hope the adjusting process goes well!😊
Some people can't get wheels because where they live is hot and their chinchilla might become in a way addicted to running on their wheel. Great video, your videos help me a lot!
Exactly - chinchillas are not good at realizing and adjusting their body temperatures. There has been cases where a chinchilla runs on the wheel nonstop then die from a heat stroke.
My chin poops everywhere but she pees in a little bowl in the corner of her cage that I put some of the fluff paper bedding.
Pattie Deville Merlin always pees in one corner of his cage too😆
So helpful! Love your vids!! 💛💛
Where the heck do you guy toys, huts, cage essentials etc.? Basic pet stores don’t have a bunch of stuff for chinchillas and I’m struggling to find safe things for my chinchilla.
There’s a lot of different websites such as AZ Chinchillas, Zoey & Lilo’s Toy Box, TJ’s Chinchilla Supplies, Ronda’s Chinchillas. You can also find lots of cute things on Etsy shops 💕
Great video!! What are your thoughts about oxbow Timothy hay?
marika giakoumelou I’ve used it for 7 years for all my pets, and it’s great! Any Timothy hay works so long as it’s not too dusty, fresh and green. There’s been some variation in quality recently though with oxbow.
I would use small pet select hay :) but oxbow is fine🤷🏼♀️
I love it
I use oxbow and I love it personally, I’ve been using it for about a year. My chins love it.
My boyfriend and I have been thinking about getting a chinchilla and your videos have been super helpful and informative, thank you so much!!!
Leah Campbell Aww that’s great! I hope you get one☺️
Hey look I’m early I love you sooo much!!
Hello
This is late but i have a few questions: how many times do you change the fleece?? why is tile good for them? are these choices better then the wood shaving ones? (easier to clean)
Kendall Johnson I change the fleece every 5 to 7 days or when needed. The tile is just an option. I like it because it keeps him cool down there when he’s running on his wheel plus he doesn’t pee on it so it’s easier to keep clean. And it totally depends on your preferences. I used to use wood shavings and I don’t like them as much as fleece. Fleece is much neater and easier to clean 💕
Can u link ur cage down below plz
Merlin is so gosh dang adorable! Really enjoyed this video. :)
WonderPetChronicles Aww thanks💕
This was a perfectly good video. Love your channel!
Where did u get the wheel from because I’m looking to buy a wheel but I just can’t find one
It’s from amazon. It’s called Chin Spin 💕
Do u know anybody good non leak water bottles that u recommend
The glass All Living Things water bottle has worked well for me💕
I always buy my chinchillas new toys, hoping that they will like it, but they always couldn't care less about them. Like honestly, they are like cats, they use everything as a toy except the thing that is made to be a toy, so they chew on anything but their toys 😥😥
Mei Tachibana I suggest covering ledges with fleece and if chin will chew, remove. It’s not that expensive anyway. I don’t have any targets or Walmarts in my country, but apparently they have fleece. Any fleece blanket will do
@@mefovarka i am Front Germany, wenn dont have Walmart and all The other stuff either
Mei Tachibana And I am from Russia, I don’t even know what exactly Walmart is
It's funny because my gerbil and chinchillas are nocturnal and I'm homeschool and up at night so it works out
If i get a baby chinchillas what kind of pellets do i feed her
Essentials pellets are good like in the video
Merlin should have an imdb account. He is a fluffy star :D
Mojtaba Fallah ikr
My chin hates me :(
Chinchillas take a lot time to bond with their owners. Mine took 5 months. Plus chinchilla don't really like to be handled much anyway.
my dad is allergic to timothy hay :/ are there any other high quality types of hay?
llama. com You will definitely need Timothy hay for them. Hay makes up most of their diet, about 75%. I would try different brands like Oxbow and All Living Things and others just to test which ones he’s less allergic too. But there’s no way around it. That’s the type of hay they need to stay nourished💕
thanksss
The Chinchilla Notebook, what storage bins do you use for Merlin’s food?
Hi! So im not a chinchilla owner yet but i hope to be getting one in the next few months. What are your thoughts on the Pet Revolution SILENT Chinchilla Wheel, 16" Small Animal Exercise Wheel?
Paige Sherrod, I think that is plastic. You will need a metal one :)
@@phrog1582 looking at the description it says there are a few options, either galvanized steel or aluminum; would those be appropriate? Its also made of steel and stainless steel
Paige Sherrod, if it is metal it should be fine! Just make sure you watch you chinchilla and make sure he/she is t going to get hurt on it :)
Paige Sherrod, if it is metal it should be fine! Just make sure you watch you chinchilla and make sure he/she is t going to get hurt on it :)
@@phrog1582 Thank you so much for the advice!
Hey where did you get your cage I have my chinchilla and I really like your cage but I don't know where to get it?Also please get this to top comment I really wants this cage don't mean to seem greedy but I do want the cage really bad.
LifeAsTheMiddle i am pretty sure it’s a critter nation cage, and I think you can get it on amazon.
Well we use like wood saw stuff for the pedding, i don't know the english name for that but it's natural and they like it alot
Does anyone have any cheaper wheel suggestions? I want to give the chinchillas I am adopting soon the best life, but I don't think I can afford an $100 wheel
I would suggest looking at Pandamonium Pets on Etsy.
What about for the baby chinchillas?
Anyone have cheaper run wheels for my chinchilla?
Chins are SO cute. Thinking about buying one 🤔
Joshua M you definitely should I just got my first one and I love him so much! He defiantly hasn’t made my life harder and maybe he’s made it easier because If I’m having a bad day I know I can just come home to him and his cute little face (btw if you do get one this is just a suggestion of a name: *chimichanga* I thought if this because my chins name is burrito)
Chloe the potato I’m a kid. Are chinchillas relatively easy pets?
Saif Ullah Farooq not really. They are expensive, lots of work to bond with, and they poop tons and take everyday maintenance. But other than that, they are great pets.
Why my chinchillas want to eat every cardboard box and papers in my room?!? We give them apple tree bites that they like to chew but still they destroy everything
Monstergamer 635 that’s how they are they need to bite stuff so there teeth can grow or else they won’t be able to eat
As a chew can i use a walnut coz thats wut i did with my hamster
Is Oxbow hay good for chinchilla's? Cause i wanna get a chinchilla
charlene playz It definitely is. I highly recommend the oxbow brand 😌
Can we get a link for the wheel?
Jamie Kayorie-Rojas www.amazon.com/15-Chin-Spin-Chinchilla-Handmade/dp/B01GJ6SDBQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?keywords=chin+spin&qid=1552972813&s=gateway&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1
U could use a litter box
I have the exact same wheel and got it for $60. I’m surprised yours was way more
Bumble Bee Where did you get it from?
Im getting my chin ttoday!
Where do you get your supplies
How often should you clean the fleece? And how often should you deep clean the fleece.
The Chinchilla Notebook awesome! Also Merlin is the cutest chinnie I’ve ever seen, you are a very good chinnie mom :))
for washing pee do you just wash the fleece?
When you use fleece bedding, it should be machine washed at least every 3 days.
love ur channel.
Your chinchilla should not have so much pellets. About 1-2 spoons a day is enough for one chinchilla.
Mellsan Yes, 2 tablespoons is the right amount but since Merlin no longer overeats I just give him whatever he wants 💕
New research shows its important to Give unlimited amount of pellets like hay
Is it okay to have a fleece blanket and then shake it outside
Elise Midgley well, you would need to wash it in the washer because they pee and poop. It would get very dirty and smelly if you don’t wash it.
what if you can’t afford the wheel atm
There are a lot of breeders that suggest against a wheel in a cage due to the risk of heat stroke. So as long as you have a large enough cage they should be fine and will primarily get their exercise by running around their cage.
Hey thank you so much for your videos you have inspired me to get a chinchilla myself I watch you all the time and you always light up my day please post more so I can learn and get ready for my chinchilla
Livedogs1622 Vanutler Aww glad to hear that 💕
Thank you sooooooo much for replying I was so happy when I saw that you saw my comment thank youuuuuu
how much pellets do u give him a day?
I personally give my chinchillas about a 1/2 a cup daily. Typically chinchillas will not over eat their pellets. So I would suggest giving them as much as they will eat in a day.
i was wondering what would happen if u put a chin with a bunny??? i wont do it but just wondering
Animals 101 They’re socially very different, require different setups and buns are really prone to respiratory infections due to dust so they’re not good mixes! Also most rabbits actually carry a bacteria called pasteurella that can kill a chinchilla if they’re exposed to each other :) that’s why mine are housed in different levels of the house and I have to wash my hands between contact. It’d be super cute if they could be together safely though.
My bunny is a free roam and i let my chinchilla out and they tried to fight. i seperated them before anything happened. My chinchilla is kinda evil though so
what tiles do you use? I just got my chinchilla and she only has one tile.
Tile what do you mean
You mean bedding cause we use fleece bedding for the chinchillas paws
i thought pellets were for like younger chinchillas? should i also get pellets
sharon - yes
sharon - Chinchillas of all ages should be eating pellets as well as hay😌
@@TheChinchillaNotebook thank you! i bought my chin pellets after that comment
Can you litter box train them?
You can't technically "train" them but you can make it appeasing to them. Some methods include: putting a litter box in a corner they pee in and blocking off all other corners. Plus an added bonus if you put a different bedding in the litter pan from what is in the cage and some people even have success will adding a decent size rock in the litter box. They say its kinda like sitting on toilet for a chinchilla. IDK its weird. Also, you can only train them to pee in a box since they do not have control over where they poop.
I have a question. What age is an Adult Chinchilla?
Diana_The_ Duck Around 1 year I think
The Chinchilla Notebook ty! And what are some safe foods for chinchillas
I rly love ur channel im getting a hamster soon and ur vids r helping sooooo much tysm bc of u my chinchilla will be nice and healthy❤❤❤
are you planning to buy another chin in the future?
Fehrplay she said in another video that she really wants to get another one eventually
Fehrplay she bought one
My chinchilla doesn’t eat a lot of hay he eats the pellets more idk if that’s bad or not...
Natalia O’Hara it’s ok
Natalia O’Hara It’s fine. The biggest ingredient in good pellets are actually hay so they’re still getting the grass💕
The Chinchilla Notebook omg hi and thanks
Where do you purchase your chinchilla dust!?
Princess Arie I get it off AZ Chins💕
You can buy it at almost any pet store where I live, but it depends.
Can you do a video of how to clean a fleece liner
Nana Banana I have. It’s called How To Use Fleece With Chinchillas where I explain how I clean mine too😌
I'm getting my chinnie Next week!!!!!
Tatyana Morris Must be so exciting!
How often do u change the dust
Miss cotton candy cat :3 Whenever it starts to get rough or every 2 or so months 💕
got my wheel for 85
@Sarah Colvin sorry I meant flying saucer. They are similar to the wheel and do the same thing though. I got mine from flyingsaucerwheels.com. They are supposed to last around 10-15 years because you can buy replacement parts. The wheel makes noise but not horrible to the point where you can't fall asleep. (My chins in my bedroom) Oh and it was $85