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Chinchillas

The chinchilla is a small creature which is primarily farmed for its fur. All questions concerning the care and feeding of this animal can be directed here.

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How do you take care of your new acquatic freshwater snails - like what do you feed them to begin with?

I wouldn't worry about them too much, they will just slowly move around the tank and eat whatever is left over from dinner time or have a munch on some live plants. U can get spirulina discs that soften in the water and sink that they will love for a change in their diet, but basically they will generally look after themselves. Hope this helps :oD

Why are fish not animals?

Because there are so many fish in the sea. Ask your dad. He knows best.

There are so many fish and they are underwater that they are not animals.

If you are vegetarian you can eat a fish because there are so many that eating one won't make a difference. If you eat a cow there are less cows. But there will ALWAYS be more fish.

Learn more at Fish.com

Are long tailed chinchillas short tailed chinchillas or domestic chinchillas kept as pets?

Welll i dunno anything about Chinchillas but uhhhh doesnt the word "domestic" mean that its able to live in a house?? like a domestic cat

How big is a chinchilla?

About the size of a baby rabbit or a large squirrel

Where do chinchillas live in the wild?

They live in South America, primarily in the Andes.

Can you flush a chinchilla down a toilet?

Although it is possible for a smaller chinchilla to physically fit down a toilet, the chinchilla would die. I strongly advise anyone reading this not to flush anything live down a toilet. Ever.

Can chinchillas eat dandelion leaves?

Yes they can. But only as a treat once and a while.

Does mespirit hide in its cave after it runs away?

no ive checked there every time it goes in that area its always in the grass or in the water

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Are chinchillas considered rodents?

Chinchillas are crepuscular rodents. They are called a rodent but are part of the family chinchillidae.

Can you raise chinchillas illegally?

You CAN raise any illegal animal, however SHOULD you is another question entirely. You run the risk of at least a fine, and at most completely deccimating the eco-system of your region should you have the animal escape.

Where can you find very cheap chinchillas 4 sale in Colorado?

Hi,
I currently have a baby chinchilla
she is about 5 months old.
She is standard grey.
Her mom is white and her dad is standard grey.
If you have any questions feel free to email me.
kdganem@msn.com

Thanks,
Kimberly.

How do you get rid of chinchillas wet tail?

Previous answer : (dry it or cut it.)

Improved answer : ( Oh my god, No! NO! Never ever cut a chinchillas tail!

You can dry it with a towel. But I strictly say " DO NOT CUT IT "

How do you take a pet chinchilla to college?

Most dorms will not let you bring a pet but you should check your schools policy. You can try to hide it, which is not a good idea. Or you could try to get an apartment. Your best bet would be to find a new home for him while you are away at school.

Do chinchillas have tongues?

Yes. Chinchillas have tongues you can see it when the yawn or drink.

Do chinchillas snore?

No,

but in the middle of the night they are known to squeak REALLY loudly!

Can you find Chinchillas in a dessert?

no,they prefer to live in burrows and crevices found in rocks.

Where in South America does chinchillas live?

In the peaks of the Andes Mountains but there are some in pet stores here in the US. The man who brought them up had to come very slow because chinchillas like coldness and as the climate changed they had to adapt.

Do chinchillas live in China?

Chinchillas live in the andean mountains in South America.