### Welcome
* This is r/chinchilla! We are a community of knowledgeable chinchilla owners and breeders. This Sub is EDUCATIONAL, please understand by posting, your submission is subject to review by mods and subscribers. We all have the well being of our chinchillas in mind. 

* Visit [Let's Love Chinchillas](
https://www.facebook.com/groups/letslovechinchillas/) to join another great chinchilla community! 

* If you're in the UK, Try [All About Chinchillas](https://www.facebook.com/groups/398190686893797/)

* [The Let's Love Chinchillas website!](http://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/)
Find basic care information, owner checklists, product recommendations, and more! 

### Rules & Guidelines

* No harassment ; no profanity, vulgar, racist, sexist, homophobic, transphobic, ablest or discriminatory language. 

* No advertising without approval by the mods. No private animal sales. If you need help rehoming we can suggest a rescue. 

* No Disrespectful comments.

* Only post photos and videos that belong to you.

* No crowdfunding links. 
501c3 rescues may post fundraising advertisements. 

* This is a CSC ( Chinchilla Specific Community ). All posts involving chinchillas interacting with other pets will be removed. Repeat offenders will be banned. We do not support nor do we wish to promote possibly dangerous acts. 

* Posts containing dangerous items/acts/foods are subject to discussion or removal. 

* Failure to follow these simple rules will result in a ban without warning. Our goal is to keep this forum as knowledgeable and usable as possible. You CAN be unbanned at a later time by sending a message to the Mods. Depending on what is said or done it can result in a permanent ban. Temporary and immediate bans are at our discretion. **

* We will not tolerate Back Yard Breeding.   "Backyard breeders, people who breed their pet store chins, and "oops" litters generally cater to popular colors or the general cuteness that all babies offer. This indiscriminate breeding leads to weaker bodies with chins prone to malocclusion, heart murmurs, genetically predisposed behavior problems, fur chewing and overall questionable health. However, even these animals need good, loving homes. Be a part of the solution, not a part of the problem. Save lives: Leave the breeding to the professionals."

* Those who are back yard breeding or are suspected to be back yard breeding will be removed. 

## [Are you right for a chinchilla?] (https://www.foreverfeistychinchilla.org/are-you-right-for-a-chin.html) - Link

## [Printable lists/charts](https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/printables.html)  - Link

## [ Short Chinchilla FAQ](https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/faq.html) - Link // Leave a suggestion 

## [Getting a Pet Chinchilla](https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/getting-a-pet-chinchilla.html) - Link

## [How to Handle a Chinchilla](https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/proper-handling.html) - Link

## [Chinchilla's Diet](https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/diet.html) - Link

## [Process your own wood](https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/processing-wood.html) - Link 

## [Safe Wood List](https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/safe-wood.html) - Link

## [ Dye Loofah ](https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/dyeing-loofah.html) - Link 

## [Chinchilla Safe Cookies ]( https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/chinchilla-cookies.html) - Link

## [What You Should Know About Rescuing](https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/rescuing.html) - Link

## [Quarantine / Pregnancy Watch ](https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/quarantine--pregnancy-watch.html) - Link

## [Common Fur Problems](https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/problems-with-fur.html) - Link

## [Chinchillas and temperature](https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/heat-stroke.html) - Link 

## 










##[New Owner Checklist](http://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/new-owner-check-list.html) - Link + List


## [Safe treats](http://www.rondaschins.com/MakeYourOwnSupplement.shtml) - Link to Ronda's Chins



### Need a Wheel?

* Check out these chin safe wheels! They are all 14" and larger, totally safe for your pet to run to their hearts content! Pet shop 12" wheels are NOT safe for Chinchillas.  

* [Silver Surfer wheel](http://www.chinchillas.com/estore/detail.aspx?ID=106) - Link

* [Flying Saucer](http://www.flyingsaucerwheels.com/) - Link

* [Quality Cage Crafters - 15" Chinspin](http://www.qualitycage.com/products/15-chin-spin) - Link



### Cage suggestions for PET chinchillas. Not for BREEDING. 

* You can usually find great cages on Craigslist that have been used. That is where you get the deal, but remember to be sure it is the right size for your chinchilla. **24”L X 18”W X 24”H is a Minimum cage size** and 1" - 1.1/2" inches of bar spacing. 

* [What kind of cage best suits a Chinchilla?]( https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/cages.html) - Link 

* [Cage Examples](https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/cage-examples.html) - Link

* [Feisty Ferret cage Vs. Ferret Nation cage.](http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3014/2528804131_c045fef514.jpg?v=0) - Link

* [Modified Super Pet cage](http://www.whimsys-menagerie.com/cage.jpg) - Link

* [You can even modify a parrot cage!](http://alifewithanimals.webs.com/Chin%20cage%20white.JPG) - Link





### Chinchilla vendors recommended by Moderators

* USA

* [Let'sLoveChinchilla's Vendor Page](https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/shopping.html) - Link

* [Tj's Chinchilla Supplies.com](http://www.tjschinchillasupplies.com/) - Link

* [Chinchilla City.com](http://chinchillacity.com/) - Link

* [Ronda's Chins.com](http://www.rondaschins.com/) - Link

* [My Critter Store.com](http://www.mycritterstore.com/) - Link

* [Quality Cage Crafters](http://www.qualitycage.com/)  - Link

* CANADA

* [Chinchilla Park Palace ](http://chinchillaparkplace.ca/chinstuffstore/) - Link 

* [Zoey and Lilo's Toy Box](https://www.zoeyandlilostoybox.com/) - Link

<div class="md"><h3>Welcome</h3>

<ul>
<li><p>This is <a href="/r/chinchilla">r/chinchilla</a>! We are a community of knowledgeable chinchilla owners and breeders. This Sub is EDUCATIONAL, please understand by posting, your submission is subject to review by mods and subscribers. We all have the well being of our chinchillas in mind. </p></li>
<li><p>Visit <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/letslovechinchillas/">Let&#39;s Love Chinchillas</a> to join another great chinchilla community! </p></li>
<li><p>If you&#39;re in the UK, Try <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/398190686893797/">All About Chinchillas</a></p></li>
<li><p><a href="http://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/">The Let&#39;s Love Chinchillas website!</a>
Find basic care information, owner checklists, product recommendations, and more! </p></li>
</ul>

<h3>Rules &amp; Guidelines</h3>

<ul>
<li><p>No harassment ; no profanity, vulgar, racist, sexist, homophobic, transphobic, ablest or discriminatory language. </p></li>
<li><p>No advertising without approval by the mods. No private animal sales. If you need help rehoming we can suggest a rescue. </p></li>
<li><p>No Disrespectful comments.</p></li>
<li><p>Only post photos and videos that belong to you.</p></li>
<li><p>No crowdfunding links. 
501c3 rescues may post fundraising advertisements. </p></li>
<li><p>This is a CSC ( Chinchilla Specific Community ). All posts involving chinchillas interacting with other pets will be removed. Repeat offenders will be banned. We do not support nor do we wish to promote possibly dangerous acts. </p></li>
<li><p>Posts containing dangerous items/acts/foods are subject to discussion or removal. </p></li>
<li><p>Failure to follow these simple rules will result in a ban without warning. Our goal is to keep this forum as knowledgeable and usable as possible. You CAN be unbanned at a later time by sending a message to the Mods. Depending on what is said or done it can result in a permanent ban. Temporary and immediate bans are at our discretion. **</p></li>
<li><p>We will not tolerate Back Yard Breeding.   &quot;Backyard breeders, people who breed their pet store chins, and &quot;oops&quot; litters generally cater to popular colors or the general cuteness that all babies offer. This indiscriminate breeding leads to weaker bodies with chins prone to malocclusion, heart murmurs, genetically predisposed behavior problems, fur chewing and overall questionable health. However, even these animals need good, loving homes. Be a part of the solution, not a part of the problem. Save lives: Leave the breeding to the professionals.&quot;</p></li>
<li><p>Those who are back yard breeding or are suspected to be back yard breeding will be removed. </p></li>
</ul>

<h2><a href="https://www.foreverfeistychinchilla.org/are-you-right-for-a-chin.html">Are you right for a chinchilla?</a> - Link</h2>

<h2><a href="https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/printables.html">Printable lists/charts</a>  - Link</h2>

<h2><a href="https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/faq.html"> Short Chinchilla FAQ</a> - Link // Leave a suggestion</h2>

<h2><a href="https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/getting-a-pet-chinchilla.html">Getting a Pet Chinchilla</a> - Link</h2>

<h2><a href="https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/proper-handling.html">How to Handle a Chinchilla</a> - Link</h2>

<h2><a href="https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/diet.html">Chinchilla&#39;s Diet</a> - Link</h2>

<h2><a href="https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/processing-wood.html">Process your own wood</a> - Link</h2>

<h2><a href="https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/safe-wood.html">Safe Wood List</a> - Link</h2>

<h2><a href="https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/dyeing-loofah.html"> Dye Loofah </a> - Link</h2>

<h2><a href="https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/chinchilla-cookies.html">Chinchilla Safe Cookies </a> - Link</h2>

<h2><a href="https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/rescuing.html">What You Should Know About Rescuing</a> - Link</h2>

<h2><a href="https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/quarantine--pregnancy-watch.html">Quarantine / Pregnancy Watch </a> - Link</h2>

<h2><a href="https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/problems-with-fur.html">Common Fur Problems</a> - Link</h2>

<h2><a href="https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/heat-stroke.html">Chinchillas and temperature</a> - Link</h2>

<h2><a href="http://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/new-owner-check-list.html">New Owner Checklist</a> - Link + List</h2>

<h2><a href="http://www.rondaschins.com/MakeYourOwnSupplement.shtml">Safe treats</a> - Link to Ronda&#39;s Chins</h2>

<h3>Need a Wheel?</h3>

<ul>
<li><p>Check out these chin safe wheels! They are all 14&quot; and larger, totally safe for your pet to run to their hearts content! Pet shop 12&quot; wheels are NOT safe for Chinchillas.  </p></li>
<li><p><a href="http://www.chinchillas.com/estore/detail.aspx?ID=106">Silver Surfer wheel</a> - Link</p></li>
<li><p><a href="http://www.flyingsaucerwheels.com/">Flying Saucer</a> - Link</p></li>
<li><p><a href="http://www.qualitycage.com/products/15-chin-spin">Quality Cage Crafters - 15&quot; Chinspin</a> - Link</p></li>
</ul>

<h3>Cage suggestions for PET chinchillas. Not for BREEDING.</h3>

<ul>
<li><p>You can usually find great cages on Craigslist that have been used. That is where you get the deal, but remember to be sure it is the right size for your chinchilla. <strong>24”L X 18”W X 24”H is a Minimum cage size</strong> and 1&quot; - 1.1/2&quot; inches of bar spacing. </p></li>
<li><p><a href="https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/cages.html">What kind of cage best suits a Chinchilla?</a> - Link </p></li>
<li><p><a href="https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/cage-examples.html">Cage Examples</a> - Link</p></li>
<li><p><a href="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3014/2528804131_c045fef514.jpg?v=0">Feisty Ferret cage Vs. Ferret Nation cage.</a> - Link</p></li>
<li><p><a href="http://www.whimsys-menagerie.com/cage.jpg">Modified Super Pet cage</a> - Link</p></li>
<li><p><a href="http://alifewithanimals.webs.com/Chin%20cage%20white.JPG">You can even modify a parrot cage!</a> - Link</p></li>
</ul>

<h3>Chinchilla vendors recommended by Moderators</h3>

<ul>
<li><p>USA</p></li>
<li><p><a href="https://letslovechinchillas.weebly.com/shopping.html">Let&#39;sLoveChinchilla&#39;s Vendor Page</a> - Link</p></li>
<li><p><a href="http://www.tjschinchillasupplies.com/">Tj&#39;s Chinchilla Supplies.com</a> - Link</p></li>
<li><p><a href="http://chinchillacity.com/">Chinchilla City.com</a> - Link</p></li>
<li><p><a href="http://www.rondaschins.com/">Ronda&#39;s Chins.com</a> - Link</p></li>
<li><p><a href="http://www.mycritterstore.com/">My Critter Store.com</a> - Link</p></li>
<li><p><a href="http://www.qualitycage.com/">Quality Cage Crafters</a>  - Link</p></li>
<li><p>CANADA</p></li>
<li><p><a href="http://chinchillaparkplace.ca/chinstuffstore/">Chinchilla Park Palace </a> - Link </p></li>
<li><p><a href="https://www.zoeyandlilostoybox.com/">Zoey and Lilo&#39;s Toy Box</a> - Link</p></li>
</ul>
</div>

t5_2s30d

This is an educational group.  We are a community of breeders and knowledgeable pet owners. We love to see cute pics of your chinchillas, but the main emphasis will be on chinchilla health and safety.

<div class="md"><p>This is an educational group.  We are a community of breeders and knowledgeable pet owners. We love to see cute pics of your chinchillas, but the main emphasis will be on chinchilla health and safety.</p>
</div>

 This is an educational group. Please understand that by posting, your submission is subject to review by mods and subscribers for proper care and safe housing. We all have the well being of our chinchillas in mind. It takes a village!

<div class="md"><p>This is an educational group. Please understand that by posting, your submission is subject to review by mods and subscribers for proper care and safe housing. We all have the well being of our chinchillas in mind. It takes a village!</p>
</div>

I really hope Garrus isn't being suffocated under Lando 😅