For the temperature I have a thermometer on my chins cage... I like to keep my room 16-22 and I WILL suffer the cold so he can remain comfortable 😂

@briannacrank5486

4 жыл бұрын

And that’s a good chin owner!👍🏻😇

@sweetdreamz9282

3 жыл бұрын

At least you can use fluffy blankets

I love how he waits for you to pull out the container for him to jump out 💓

@TheChinchillaNotebook

5 жыл бұрын

Danielle Meredith Lol I know, he’s so cute when he does that😊💕

I have 3 little chinchillas, this will come in handy. Thanks again 😅😇

@TheChinchillaNotebook

5 жыл бұрын

HannahBanana Vlogs No problem, glad I. Could help!

@hannah-he3po

5 жыл бұрын

@@TheChinchillaNotebook ur so sweet!

I’m in the process of getting a chinchilla and you have helped tremendously. I want to thank you for your amazing knowledge and your dedication and time spent with Merlin. You have been such a help, keep up the good work!

Thank you!!! I always keep my room at a pretty nice temp. so my little guy doesn't overheat. This vid was a nice review of things I should do for him.

Hi. I know this is going to be a long comment and I do apologise. My 24 year old chin Elmo past away 3 weeks ago 😭😭 (honestly has left such a massive hole in my heart. I miss him every feed time. Or just go past where his cage was 😔) and our youngest chin Timmy didn't live in the same cage but they had their cages close to each other. We tried to integrate them but it didn't work. Timmy has become very withdrawn. Quiet and depressed.. He won't come out for playtime. Barely eating and I'm just worried. Is there anything I can do? Chinchllanotebook

@mojtaba8042

5 жыл бұрын

I am so sorry

@fogeli8890

5 жыл бұрын

So so sorry for ur lost.. my chinchilla passed away month ago he was only 2 yrs old i really miss him and I loved him so so much 😢😢😭😭😭💔

@Lisse...

5 жыл бұрын

Did you give him some time with Elmo after he passed away? Normally if they see that they passed away and see the body they tend to accept it a little bit better and grief less. For now just keep monitoring him, to see if he is eating and drinking. If he isn't try to hand feed him, and if that still doesn't work after a while you will have to feed him critical care. Try to spend as much time with his as possible, just petting him in his cage. Give him some new chewing toys and maybe rearange his cage interior (that sometimes distracts them a bit about the situation). Try to take him out for playtime as much as you can, and give him some treats. But understand that this is not an instant fix, he will still be grieving but this will definitally ease the proces for him and maybe for you too. If he starts to get sick take him to the vet for extra care. I hope he will feel a bit better soon. And you too hang in there. I'm sorry for your loss

@poisonivy1855

5 жыл бұрын

Rip elmo im sorrryyyy

The thumbnail is ADORABLE! Merlin looks so freaking CUTE!!

Thankyou so much for all the amazing videos! im gettting 2 little chins on Wednesday or Friday and your channel just helps me so much!

@TheChinchillaNotebook

5 жыл бұрын

maddie914 aj Glad to hear that I could help😊

Many people overlook the 12 hour day/night cycle. That's a great point you make. Insufficient amounts of light/too much can negatively effect hormonal balances, immune systems and serotonin levels to name a few. It doesn't matter if the animal is diurnal, crepuscular or nocturnal a proper day and night cycle is very important to establish. Merlin sure loves his goji berries! So cute!

@TheChinchillaNotebook

5 жыл бұрын

Lol, yes he does😊💕

Wow that was amazing I’m asking my dad for one for Christmas and he said maybe so I am rlly hype!! And all I ever do is just watch your vids! Thx for the help and inspiration

@TheChinchillaNotebook

5 жыл бұрын

Gianna's Shop That’s exciting! I’m sure your chinnies will be lovely😊

Thanks for this video. I keep my central heat at 68 in the winter. Might go to 69 if it's extremely cold out. My bedroom where my chinchilla says. Also my room has 2 vents so I keep them both closed all the time cuz my room gets really hot fast. But keeping the vents closed I get just enough heat to keep my room temp safe which stays around 67-71 71 max

I don't know why but I imagined Merlin wearing a pullover with stars and Mooses on it. 😅 I loved his cute foot prints and his falling. He is so chubby and hungry always.

I'm a very respectful and responsible kid and i am getting chinchilla thanks alot for these tips cause were i am it gets cold

Thanks so much for making this vid I live in Minnesota so I needed it

I really want a chinchilla and I've been researching a lot, do you think I should get one?

@herobrine6853

5 жыл бұрын

If you do, you need to leave them in their cage for about a week before trying to gain their trust. If you don't, they may have a heart attack and die like mine did.

@herobrine6853

5 жыл бұрын

about a week and a half*

@megant4259

5 жыл бұрын

milkaholic OK thank you

@murielgrace6655

5 жыл бұрын

milkaholic really I did not know that is possible

@Solomon0424

5 жыл бұрын

I'd reccomend you not do this. They eat and chew on nearly anything that can be destroyed easily, chinchillas will poop everywhere, they are loud at night, and these rodents can get sick and die easily.

Oooooo I love this video! Even if I live in Florida 😂....Anyway I've been watching you for about 2 years....Anyways have a great day everyone!

@TheChinchillaNotebook

5 жыл бұрын

Jodi Davis Aww, that long? I’m so happy to hear that!💕💕

I have a 9 month old chinchilla and we keep our thermostat right now in the winter at 62, in the summer we keep it at 72. We live in Arizona so if we ever have power outages were prepared so he doesn’t overheat with a marble cooling stone and metal shelves. Also the bag balm is a great for chinchillas, I use it on mine and the smell is a little funky but he lets us and it really helps his cracked or dry feet! So definitely recommend that! Good tips 👍🏼

@demetricorcovelos1114

5 жыл бұрын

You're in AZ where did you get your chins at I'm in Chandler I used to have rats & life without the love of a cute furry has not been good so I was interested in getting a chinchilla

@stella4574

5 жыл бұрын

I got mine from a breeder out on a farm in the middle of the desert. I saw a bulletin board with ‘baby chins’ and a number. They might have some in pet stores now that it is winter and they get them from breeders as well.

@sweetdreamz9282

3 жыл бұрын

72 is the absolute max it’s better for it to be slightly cooler

IM GETTING A CHINCHILLA AND IT’S WINTER, HER NAMES SHARPIE!!!i can’t sleep, I know it 11:00 ok!? X3, thx for the care too!

I love ur videos thank u u helped me a lot with caring for my chinchillas

@TheChinchillaNotebook

5 жыл бұрын

Anthony Undead Glad to hear that, I love helping people out😊💕

I love your blog

Love your vids

I love your vids

My chinchilla is Tulip, the joy of my life. I find that she doesn't seem to eat as much hay as I would like her to. We use Oxbow...also she has lots of snacks, but sometimes she just wants a raisin..not to many..couples 2 or 3 times a week. Could you do a video on healthy snacks/treats, so I can be sure she only has the best and the healthiest... I'd really like to know. Also, she just got her new 4 story mansion, like yours... she's one happy little girl..thanks. I live all your videos. Thank you Jaye Russo

@sweetdreamz9282

3 жыл бұрын

I might be a bit late but raisins are NOT GOOD for them. I recommend porridge/oatmeal oats or rose hips

What do you do in the summer for merlin ?do you have a summer essentials I live in California

as i remmber its ok for a chinchilla to haw driy skin right? I don remmber agien it was a long time ago😁

hello i have been watching your videos and letting my parents know more about chinchillas my father rlly like chinchillas and he bought be one !

@aliciagoh2790

5 жыл бұрын

Jacob Lang thanks!

I am a full blown lover of blankets, and my room has never been good at keeping heat, perfect place for my monet! When i step out of my room its an automatic warmth haha! She and me just get along when it comes to being cool.

@TheChinchillaNotebook

5 жыл бұрын

Soph l That’s awesome!

Should I give my chinchilla a vitamin c tablet once every two weeks even when it’s not winter??

Does anyone know why my chinchilla has a patch of stuck together fur on its back?

@thechinchillanotebook should I give my chinchilla apple cinimon chew sticks?

@sweetdreamz9282

3 жыл бұрын

NOoOOoOO

How do you make youre chinchilla not bite you hard?Because my lil sis always Sticks her fingers between the bars and Nib-Nib bites her hard do you know how to make him NOT bite/nibble hard?

I dont have a chinchilla nor plan to get one, I love this chinchilla, I love you and how smart and caring you are, pls keep making videos

@Grossbianca

5 жыл бұрын

Please don't get only one Chinchilla. It's not good to have only one, they normally live in groups and need at least one other Chinchilla. And you are no replacement for a partner.

Hi! Im a new subscriber and i love chinchillas and was wondering if chinchillas need bedding, your cage doesn’t seem to have that! Is it completely necessary to have and does your fleece substitute for that?? I love your channel btw

@roryn.7544

5 жыл бұрын

I have two chinchillas and i am not sure if its necessary but i do know it helps to obsorb the pee

@TheChinchillaNotebook

5 жыл бұрын

Lily12145 S Bedding is very important and all small pets need it in their cages. The fleece is a type of bedding on its own and I use that instead of say, traditional bedding like wood shavings or paper or something like that. What bedding is supposed to do is absorb the pee and any water in the car along with give them something to walk and sit on. I have a video called All About Chinchilla Beddings that is very useful, as I talk about what kinds are safe and how to use them. It’s an old video but it still has good information. Hope this helped!😉💕

I wanted to ask if the wood haven hut is good for chinchillas it’s by you and me .🖤

@TheChinchillaNotebook

5 жыл бұрын

I looked it up and as far as I can see, it's okay😊

Do chinchillas sleep in the winter?

Wait in the winter what should be the temp and in fall and spring and summer?

@TheChinchillaNotebook

5 жыл бұрын

Miss cotton candy cat :3 It should always be around 69 degrees Fahrenheit if possible 💕

I recently got a female chinchilla. She is pretty calm but she is chewing on the "fleece'' that I am trying to put her in her cage and I was wandering 1. if chewing on that kind of things have a harmful effect on her. 2. What can I do to make her stop (she's obviously not bothering me but I think its not good for her). Thank you for your time❤

@TheChinchillaNotebook

5 жыл бұрын

Is she chewing it often and swallowing pieces or the fleece fibers? If she is then it's a good idea to take it out of her cage for a while and then maybe try again later😊

I have a whole floor for my chins. It’s my basement so it’s cold and it stays cold. The only thing that is bad about it is there aren’t any windows to give him light..

@stella4574

5 жыл бұрын

That’s really bad. They need light so they can determine when to sleep/ play. They are crepuscular animals so most active at dawn and dusk. How is their circadian rhythm supposed to function properly if their is no light to trigger it? Also, is there airflow down there?

@akamagic3879

5 жыл бұрын

Megan Scott I turn on and off the lights for day and night.

@stella4574

5 жыл бұрын

Aka Magic that’s the best you can do I guess in that situation. But taking them out and even going up stairs to the window to just give them a little daylight would be extremely beneficial. Like around 5 pm or even early in the morning. I mean we are animals too. If we were kept somewhere without daylight we’d lose our minds and our circadian rhythm would be wack too. Just be careful

Hey I have a really important question regarding my chinchillas. The oldest on her name is chilly and she is 5 months old. I was petting her earlier and I notice a bump on her left ear. Can u clarify what that is and I also have another question. Chilly she does not like getting picked up so I can’t give her a dust bath how do u suggest I handle this

@roryn.7544

5 жыл бұрын

I am not sure how to help with the bump but i have two chinchillas and one isnt too fond of getting picked up either so i have a dust bath thing that can fit in their cage, then they go and do it themselves (if urs is too big for the cage simply open the doors and let the chinchilla crawl in on their own) Hope this helps :)

@TheChinchillaNotebook

5 жыл бұрын

Anthony Undead I don’t know what to say to help you with that bump. Maybe do some research online? But if you’re worried I’d say maybe get it checked out cause you never know what it could be and whether or not it’s bad for them. Also, like the other comment left, I suggest placing her dust bath into her cage and letting her crawl into it on her own😊💕

Hi i have been looking for a chinchilla cage, very similar to yours, but i don't want to shell out a 1,000$. Where did you get yours at??

@TheChinchillaNotebook

5 жыл бұрын

It was off Amazon and under $200 or maybe barely over. It's the Critter Nation model 162 and I love it😊💕

@stella4574

5 жыл бұрын

Devynthecatwithsocks amazon has some great options

Okay I got a chinchilla 3 days ago. I'm so so *SO* excited but I dont know what to name her!!😬 It's a female with white fur and a little light grey on her face and tail. Bluish brownish eyes. SUPER sweet girl. Any suggestions??👇👇👇

@TheChinchillaNotebook

5 жыл бұрын

Katelyn Kennedy I have a video on 100 Chinchilla Name Ideas that might be useful🤷‍♀️💕

@katelynkennedy2358

5 жыл бұрын

@@TheChinchillaNotebook oh thank you!🤗

great new intro

I have two chinchilla’s for a few weeks now, but i got some troubles one of them is really social and we can let him out for playtime en he wil get in his cage by his self. The other one ( they are not together in a cage for now but i want to slowly introducing them to each other) but he is a rescue chin and he is 6 months old. But he is so scared of me, i can’t get close to him and i don’t want to force him, he doesn’t even take treats from me and i can’t let him out to play because it’s impossible to get him back in it’s cage. I hope there’s somebody who can help me out how to tame him. The other chin is just doing fine and really bonding with me. But the rescue is just so scared and it breaks my heart

@Boredchinchilla

5 жыл бұрын

Damaris Woord it might take a VERY long time to win the trust of the rescue chin. I rescued a 5month old male in 2012, and he has only just begun to let me scratch his chin and ears without biting me in the last 6 months. Every day I would offer him a shredded wheat through the bars, then once I thought he was a bit more trusting I would open the door and give him the treat. It has to all be in his own time.

@damariswoord8173

5 жыл бұрын

Did you kept him in the cage until he trusted you? He is sitting scared in a corner all day and i just feel so bad for him. But i guess i should not let him play outside until he is okay with me what did you do?

@Boredchinchilla

5 жыл бұрын

Damaris Woord I couldn’t let him out to play even if he wanted to come out (he didn’t). The person I got Ash from let his giant rabbit try to mate with him, so he would hide in the back of his cage because he thought he would be attacked. I put several hideaways in his cage so he could hide, and I didn’t try to touch him until he started coming to the door (which took over a year for him just to come to the door when I opened it to put food in). I talked to him all the time and I would offer him a shredded wheat daily- first he ignored it, then he came to the door and dashed off as soon as he got it. Then one day I opened the door and he stayed there and waited for his treat. I would put my hand out for him to sniff, but if they are very anxious be careful because he may bite. I still have nerve damage in my thumb from Ash biting me when I put my hand too far into his cage (it’s his territory and he needs to feel safe in there) Be patient and calm, and just keep at it. Eventually you will win him over- how much depends on how much he can learn to trust you. I did buy mine a saucer so he could get exercise, and that seemed to help a lot with calming him down.

@damariswoord8173

5 жыл бұрын

Okay thank you so much of answering

🙂thank you

Can you send me a link to that cage? :D I got my chinchilla recently and I feel bad about leaving him in that small cage when I'm gone

@TheChinchillaNotebook

5 жыл бұрын

USA PANCAKE 😊Here’s the link: www.amazon.com/MidWest-Critter-162-leak-Proof-Measures/dp/B001NJ0DAY/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_pdt_img_top?ie=UTF8

What treats do you use for him? Where did you get the rose hips

@renierlombard5758

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Brittani. Just my 2cents. I know there are many suggestions for treats. My chins gets some raw oats every night, and by that I mean literally 4 or 5 small flakes. And then every other night is party night when they each get a small raisin. The absolutely love these two treats.

@TheChinchillaNotebook

5 жыл бұрын

Brittani H I give him rose hips, goji berries, and barely grouts. I get the rosehips online from AZ Chinchillas and the other two from my grocery store 😉💕

@brittanih983

5 жыл бұрын

The Chinchilla Notebook thank you! 💜

My room is mormally about 60° do I need to fix that???

@TheChinchillaNotebook

5 жыл бұрын

desi swazey Nope, that is just fine! Like I said, Chinchillas are very comfortable in lower temperatures.😊

Can you get a rock from outside and wash it and give it to them

@TheChinchillaNotebook

5 жыл бұрын

It's me Nelly I have a video on How To Disinfect Rocks For Small Pets and basically that is what I do but I recommend watching the video as I talk about what kind of rocks are okay and how to clean then properly for the cage😉

I rly need your help my chinchill he pops every where and wont let me get close what do i do

@stella4574

5 жыл бұрын

Isaa Sha they are supposed to poop everywhere. They are poop machines. They also eat their own poop. And you just need to bond with your chinchilla

Hey I know this is off topic but it seems my chin doesn't like me. He always bites me. And like slaps his hands when I try to pet him. He can be sweet sometimes but most of the times he is pretty mean. Can you give me a suggestion?!? I really want to grow a strong bond with him and I want him to feel comfortable with me. (When I first got him I didn't give him time to settle in...is that's what causing him to be distant and angry towards me?). Also he eats but he is light. Help me please. And sometimes his poos are gross and smushy. I tell my mom this but she says he is fine but I don't think so.

@TheChinchillaNotebook

5 жыл бұрын

Chinchillas are all very light so unless you see him losing fur over malnutrition he should be fine. Also sometimes chinchillas will have mushy poops and that's okay as long as it's not all the time. As far as getting him to stop being so aggressive, maybe try giving him space and not trying to touch him or be near him when you put your hand in the cage for at least a week. I don't know if that will help but maybe try it because I know when Merlin went through an aggressive phase with me, when I stopped giving him any interaction for a week he got over being so agresscue. Maybe they'll work😊

@jacoblang3375

5 жыл бұрын

My chinchilla use to be more aggressive towards me and I also stopped giving him a lot of physical attention. I instead let him come to me a lot and he eventually got use to me picking him up. Not all chinchillas like to be pet though because they are prey species so they will always have that instinct

@stella4574

5 жыл бұрын

oHiDoThAt you need to take him to the vet if your chin has diarrhea, only feed hay and pellets for a week until his poo hardens it should never really be mushy. It should look the same way it goes in as out. Consistent in size and pretty hard. Make sure they are eating and drinking regularly and playing regularly and if it doesn’t get better in two days, take him to the vet! Chins can deteriorate quickly so it better safe than sorry. They can do a fecal analysis if need be to make sure it’s not a parasite.

Hi

Can it be any random rock and tile ?

@TheChinchillaNotebook

5 жыл бұрын

Kelli the Gymnast16 I think I mentioned that I have a video called How To Disinfect Rocks For Small Pets where I talk more in depth about rocks. But basically just choose one that is decently stable and not too round and smooth with no sharp edges. Then disinfect it, obviously. And for tile, I don’t think it really matters which type you get😊

I don't have to worry because I live in Hawaii and I always have the AC on

could you put the fan on?

@maddivandynhoven161

5 жыл бұрын

Evangeline and Valentina Rodriguez Chinchillas aren’t supposed to have a fan blowing directly at them. Especially if your chinchilla is young.

@TheChinchillaNotebook

5 жыл бұрын

Evangeline and Valentina Rodriguez Fans cause air drafts, which are not good for Chinchillas. I don’t recommend you keep one in their room😉

I have a chinchilla and my chinchillas name is Charlie and he is soo cute but all chinchillas are cute

I do that

I'm thinking of getting a chinchilla any tips

@TheChinchillaNotebook

5 жыл бұрын

Elia Dicicco There’s so much to know, I just recommend doing a lot of research and getting very acquainted with the proper care😉💕

@eliadicicco3941

5 жыл бұрын

@@TheChinchillaNotebook ok will do thx

My chinchillas are still good

Uhhhh, isn't 69 degrees too hot? I heard 55-70 at the most.

@ann7060

5 жыл бұрын

That would get really cold for the people and even the chins themselves, if they were raised in a hotter environment. I keep my chins at 72 degrees and i've never had temperature-related problems with them!

@sharoni1174

5 жыл бұрын

agreed, it depends where they were born and if theyre used to it. i live in san diego and it can get hot here but my chinchilla is doing well! whenever it gets too hot though i use an ac

@TheChinchillaNotebook

5 жыл бұрын

Gwendolyn Gotham Chinchillas are comfortable in lower temperature, it’s true but 69 to 71 is the hottest to let them😊

@ZombieSlushieX

5 жыл бұрын

@@TheChinchillaNotebook Oh, okay, thank you!

@jacoblang3375

5 жыл бұрын

Mid 60s to AT MOST 72 degrees is the perfect temperature for chinchillas. 50s is too cold, even for chinchilas

I always get scared when I'm warm in my room because it means that my chinchilla is probably too warm. I usually keep my window cracked to keep my room at a good temperature for her

@TheChinchillaNotebook

5 жыл бұрын

lishy_jan_23 It’s good to be aware of how the temperature feels😊

@juicymansquad3832

4 жыл бұрын

Is it hard to sleep with them in your room ?

Hi This is Merlin , right.

King Merlin the first.

Summer care?

@TheChinchillaNotebook

5 жыл бұрын

Doc Playz Gonna plan that out soon😌

@matejcevnik7362

5 жыл бұрын

@@TheChinchillaNotebook lovely, i need this, im getting a chin in 2-3 weeks and i want to give him the best possible care :)

@TheChinchillaNotebook

5 жыл бұрын

Doc Playz I was actually trying to put one together and I realized there is not much else to do besides watch that the temperature doesn’t get too hot. That’s pretty much all that is different 🥰

Degrees Farenheit, because in reasonable units (C°/K) you're dead at 69° obv ;)

Hello , I just want to tell you that you have to keep at least two Chinchillas!!

@TheChinchillaNotebook

5 жыл бұрын

Ines Seggl Watch my video called Can Chinchillas Live Alone and you’ll see why Merlin needs to live alone. Only Merlin specifically, most all other chins need partners but in that video I explain him

@inesseggl2622

5 жыл бұрын

The Chinchilla Notebook I have already watched it ❤️ I love Merlin he’s one of the cutest Chinchillas I‘ve ever seen😍😍😍

@dianaumarova8716

5 жыл бұрын

Ines Seggl she dont need one more if Merlin Can live alone Merlin haw the chinchilla nootbook and she now much about them then its ok dont worry

My room is the coldest out of the whole house. So when I get my chinchilla it’s gonna be okay I guess.

@TheChinchillaNotebook

4 жыл бұрын

TypiicalPotato 👌

@juicymansquad3832

4 жыл бұрын

Is it hard to sleep with them in your room Bc of the noise they make?

so today i woke up. i forgot to locked my babys door. so i woke up and found him gone. i was literally panicking because my *w i n d o w* was also open :')... ..... guess who found him behind my tv.. 💀 *my poor heart can't take this abuse*