An Essential Guide to Owning a Chinchilla

An Essential Guide to Owning a Chinchilla

Table of Contents:

ORIGINATION
THE CHINCHILLA - DIFFERENT TYPES
The Chinchilla Gastrointestinal Tract
Chinchilla Behaviour
Vocal Sounds of a Chinchilla
Chinchilla Posture Meaning
Sexing a Chinchilla
Chinchilla Colouring
Chinchilla Age in Human Years
Is a Chinchilla Right for You
Male or Female
BUYING A CHINCHILLA
Holding a Chinchilla
Chinchilla Examination
Setting up a Home
Position of the Cage
Cage Types
Outdoor Cages
Wood Shavings
Cage Hygiene and Care
Basic Necessities
Additional Accessories and Toys
10 Promises to my Chinchilla
BRINGING YOUR PET HOME
Diet and Feeding
Taming a Chinchilla
Playing with a Chinchilla
Exercising a Chinchilla
Exercise Wheels
Catching a Chinchilla
Looking After and Caring for a Chinchilla
Travelling with a Chinchilla
Shedding
Grooming a Chinchilla
BREEDING CHINCHILLAS
Chinchilla Genetics
Creating Colours
Introducing Chinchillas
Mating Chinchillas
Gestation Period and Pregnancy
Preparing for the Birth
TheBirth
Birthing Complications
Raising Kits
Postnatal Care
Weaning Kits
Selling Kits
Castrating a Male Chinchilla
Geriatric Care
HEALTH ISSUES
Caring for a Sick Chinchilla
First Aid Kit for a Chinchilla
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
A Last Word
HEALTH GUIDE
Interesting Websites and Contacts