Chinchilla — enrichment (owner-practical care, Merck Veterinary Manual pet-owner)
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How Do I House a Chinchilla? Chinchillas need large cages with multiple levels, ramps, and places to climb because they are very active.Avoid cages with plastic-coated wire because chinchillas like to chew the plastic off.You can make hiding places from small PVC pipes (which are easy to clean), cardboard boxes (which can be digested but need to be replaced often), or wood (which is harder to clean).A 4-inch PVC pipe shaped like a T or a Y can be a great hiding spot.Does My Chinchilla Need a Dust Bath? Chinchillas need dust baths to keep their fur clean and dry.Does My Chinchilla Need to Exercise? Chinchillas need daily exercise to stay healthy.Chew toys and wooden parrot toys keep their minds active.A 15-inch running wheel with a smooth surface is good for exercise.Avoid wheels with holes or rough surfaces, because chinchillas can hurt their feet or legs.Let your chinchilla out of the cage every day for supervised playtime in a safe, chinchilla-proof room.Watch carefully to make sure it doesn't chew on furniture, wires, or walls.Never put chinchillas in plastic exercise balls because these balls are too small for chinchillas and can roll off of or into things, causing injuries.
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Source: pdf-raw/owner-care/merck_chinchilla.txt · https://www.merckvetmanual.com/all-other-pets