Chinchilla — behavior (owner-practical care, Merck Veterinary Manual pet-owner)
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- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Let a chinchilla out daily for supervised play in a safe, chinchilla-proofed room.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Sick chinchillas stress easily and should be handled gently.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Handle pregnant females only when necessary to minimise stress and miscarriage risk.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Travel is stressful for chinchillas and is not recommended.
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