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My two newest chins were unfortunately rejected by their mother after her milk dried out. The breeder told me that they had a few patches of hair missing. I've had them for a week now and they are doing fine but they have really, really dry skin. I know I can't use any lotion (obviously)... but...

Hello all. Just thought I'd share a story with everyone, if anyone cares to read, that is! It's long, yes... but I hope someone will have the will power to read it all. I suppose it was destiny, or either my immense love for animals that led me to where I am now. Either way, I've accepted the...

Congrats on your new chin and welcome! I'm from southern indiana, not too far from indy. Just wanted to pop in and say hello!

Since this has been recalled (finally), does that mean pet stores will stop selling it or not? Like, is it mandatory for pet stores to take it off their shelves or can they seriously still sell this crap? Sorry if this is a silly question, but items have been recalled in the past and I still...

Congrats on your new chin! :] Good to hear you've ordered all the good stuff for her! Yes, teeth are supposed to be an orange-yellow color. If her teeth are white, it could mean two things - she is still young or she may have a calcium deficiency. (Any more experienced owners, please correct me...

I'd just like to pop in here and say thanks, chinnymom! I was thinking of making some toys for my chin and I didn't think rope would survive long (ha!) but I wasn't sure of what sort of metal to use. So, thanks!

She is absolutely gorgeous! :]

Here's the link to those FAQs! FAQS If your chin is pregnant, this might be handy as well: How to sex kits. Also, since you're new to owning a chinchilla, I suggest you check out this as well. Chinchilla basics. And maybe this: Click! Hope this helps!

Super cute and hilarious!

How perfect! They are beyond adorable!

The triplets are just darling! Congrats! You're one busy chin momma!

I only have a male here. Hair ring checks aren't as bad as you may think and sometimes most chins groom themselves. (Obviously that doesn't mean that you should not check!) I only check my guy about once a month and he's really good at keeping himself clean. Hair ring checks are definitely...

Welcome! I live right by Louisville, KY, it's nice to see someone close to me on here!

I'm really interested in going to a show! I've been reading through this section for a while and I think the experience would be wonderful! As a spectator, of course. My pet store chin, Dude, is no where near show standards. ;] But I love him all the same. I live in southern Indiana and I've...

Ahh that video is absolutely adorable! She's so cute!

Thanks to all!

That's very do-able! Thanks you so much!

First off, this may be in the wrong thread, if so, I'm really sorry! I've been searching for a place to put it, but couldn't really decide. I'm kind of new to owning a chinchilla and definitely new to buying from a breeder! I've had my chinchilla for about eight months now, he's grown a lot and...

So glad I found this thread! :] My chin needs a better cage and I was wondering what experienced chin owners recommended! A question, do you order your cages online or buy at local pet stores? Does anybody know of pet stores that would match online prices? Sorry if these questions are silly!

You might already know this but I'll go ahead and put it out there. :] I'm really allergic to my chinchilla and his dust, so I have to wear a face mask most of the time I'm around him, especially when he's dusting! I also have to wear gloves while cleaning out his cage. So those are some things...