Top tip from person who has been praised by their vet. Check eyes, ears, nose and mouth. Also if you want to check your chinchilla's breathing because they can be quite quiet animals, pick up your chinchilla and gently place your ear on their chest should try to listen for crackliness and/or labour breathing as this can be a sign of a respiratory infection. Also head tilt could be a sign of an ear infection.

@TheChinchillaNotebook

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for leaving this comment. It is very helpful ☺️💕

@phoenixcarroll3583

2 жыл бұрын

are they supposed to squeak really quietly when they breathe? Mines are doing this and i never noticed it before idk if there’s literally nothing wrong with them or not

@tawnyblay

2 жыл бұрын

@@phoenixcarroll3583 They should not squeak whe breathing if they often do this it could be a sign respiratory problem and should be taken to the vet these can escalate quickly in certain cases and can be caused by many different things such as, bacteria, fungus, or other infections from other areas of the chins body or his cage mate. I've delt with this a few times (on many chins I have 11 now) and if you have more then one you may need to quarantine, fist step is to contact your vet asap.

It’s been a year since my chinchilla moved away but he’s now coming back

I had two girls and they are so lovely and friendly. One day I looked over into the cage and one of them was hunched over, lathargic, wasn't eating, wasn't moving much and didnt want to play. We rushed her to the vet and found out she had cancer and we had to put her down. She was 11 and she had a good life. 😇

@TheChinchillaNotebook

3 жыл бұрын

Aww that’s sad but at the same time it’s awesome for you to have been a part of her life 💕💕

@rosemaclarenlee727

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheChinchillaNotebook. Yeah she was such a bundle of joy. I wouldn't of had it any other way ♥️

@emmiem2070

3 жыл бұрын

Aww I’m sorry. 🥺 Hope you’re doing ok!

This is very helpful to all the new chin owners! Chinchillas hide their sickness, and being able to check up on them at your home, is very important!

@TheChinchillaNotebook

3 жыл бұрын

Yes regular health checks are very much needed ☺️

i love this channel i wake up every morning just to see this... YOU GIVE ME MOTIVATION TO KEEP GOING. ROCK ON SISTER

Hey sweetheart, i just wanted to thank you so much for your snap and youtube channel. Ive watched almost all of your videos and used you for a lot of my research and i picked up my first chin, Claudia on the 1st this new year. I fell so deep in love with her already and she is becoming my world. Thank you for all the information and advice you offer. And happy new year!!! :)

Awesome video. Happy New Year. May 2021 bring you much success. Keep the incredible content coming. Hope you enjoy your day.

Hi i know that ur probably not gonna see this but Thank you! You helped me learn so much! Me and my mom were planning on getting 2 chinchillas and you helped me learn like a said about what to get like wooden toys and what food is best and what not to get like mesh and plastic! So i just wanted to say that thank you again!

@TheChinchillaNotebook

3 жыл бұрын

Aww I’m glad I could be a help💕

Great video, thanks.

Thank you for this video !!!🥰 this really help me

@TheChinchillaNotebook

3 жыл бұрын

Aww glad to hear it ☺️

Yes thanks this have helped so much

I love your vids I am getting a chin soon so I watch a lot of your vids

@TheChinchillaNotebook

3 жыл бұрын

Aww how exciting!💕

The past week has been quite distressing for me. One of my chinchilla of 22 years is beginning to stumble around, lethargic, eating less, slobbering… I have to give it soaked pellets and regularly supervise his interaction with his son and cage mate.

Merlin so such a fluffy boi!!! My rule of thumb is typically if my pets are eating and drinking, accept treats, and will move around easily they are most likely fine. My chinchilla Geo had issues with diaariaa, but he eats, drinks, runs around and accepts treats, and I fix the problem on my own. :)

Hello! Your videos are very informative and are helping me to convince my parents to get me a chin! Also, is Athena still with you, you cat, I know it's not related but just wondering how she is 🤗

@TheChinchillaNotebook

3 жыл бұрын

She hasn’t been, unfortunately. We lost her about 2 years ago💕

@ShortsFunTimeForYou

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheChinchillaNotebook oh my gosh! I'm so sorry! I didn't know 😢🥺😭 Hope she's ok in kitty heaven. 😭🥺😢

My chinchilla is scratching his ears sometimes with his back legs is that normal? He seems fine and happy very active

This is my favourite animal🖤

We’re did you get zaro

Merlin be like mom your not getting your I'm just going to sit on your phone lol

I wish this video was posted sooner 🥺 My chin was sick and I didn’t realize because I assumed these things were normal. He died within a weak and I never knew the cause

@emmiem2070

3 жыл бұрын

I am so sorry. I hope you’re doing ok! I would be so upset if my chin died. ❤️🥺🥺

@Idk-qh8wm

3 жыл бұрын

@@emmiem2070 yah it’s been a few months and I have 2 other chins now, but I am disappointed that I could’ve done something to help him.

I know she has gotten rid of her chillas and I may not get a response... but sometimes my chill has rapid breathing (before falling asleep and during playtime). I’m a new owner so I’m a little concerned. Everything else checks out health wise. Can anyone help or let me know if it’s normal?

i'm planning to get a chinchilla however the good wheels like the chin spin and more don't ship to where I live so I would just like to ask if the Exotic Nutrition Silent Runner or the Nail-O-Matic Insert PLUS Wodent Wheel Senior & Tail Shield is ok? i know they are both plastic but this is my last solution I guess.. or the best I could find

@emmiem2070

3 жыл бұрын

Don’t get a plastic one! Try to look on any small businesses, and see if they have any wheels. Make sure it’s safe material, and at least 15”.

Lol Merlin always finds a way to get into trouble!!!

@TheChinchillaNotebook

3 жыл бұрын

He seriously does 🙄😂

prayers

I’m getting sick just watching this. It’s like a wild roller coaster in a bathroom.

My chinchilla has a runny nose idk if that’s bad I hope it’s like allergies or something

Thank you for this information! I have a question. How do I check my chinchillas teeth? I tried to use my fingers, but he barks and gets scared. Merlin and Sammy look so much alike! 💕

@TheChinchillaNotebook

3 жыл бұрын

Try to check when you give him a treat. It helps to make them reach for it through the cage bars so you can check it better 💕

@kylietiell378

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheChinchillaNotebook thank you so much! 💕

My chinchilla Ruu, I'm trying to get him to the vet. Im pretty sure he has some problems , like dried feet. I just now noticed it, since he doesn't like being held , but he climbs on me for playtime. I'm also a first time chinchilla mama, so it scares me. He also, I noticed today. He's having trouble eating pellets, his ears went down, made is painful noise, and tried spitting / taking it out of his mouth. He did it 2-3 times while eating. Could this be dental issues, broken teeth? Even though they look okay.

@joshuabenjamin8255

3 жыл бұрын

I hope Ruu is alright?

Can you do what the best or youngest age you should get a chinchilla human and pet wise

@TheChinchillaNotebook

3 жыл бұрын

For human, I’d say whenever you are mature and responsible enough to understand what is means to make a commitment to take care of a pet consistently. For chinchillas, I’d say 4 months is the youngest I’d go for inexperienced owners 💕

Do chins get sick often? I don’t have any chins but I do have guinea pigs and omg they do get health problems very often even with great everyday care and go down hill really fast and it’s very anxiety provoking, frustrating and super expensive without any guarantees

@TheChinchillaNotebook

3 жыл бұрын

Honestly not really. I have never had a health issue with any of mine in all the years I’ve owned them. Doesn’t mean it can’t happen, though, so I still check on them often 💕

I love zoro so much ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Hey! Can you please recommend which types of wood are safe for chinchillas? Please☺️

@TheChinchillaNotebook

3 жыл бұрын

I have an older video called Toxic and Safe Chinchilla Woods and I believe it’s one of the first ones I uploaded. The filming is old but the information is still valid 💕

@andreamoreno6277

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheChinchillaNotebook thank you! I’ll check it out!

I have the same carrier

Hi umm well i have a question my other chinchilla died because of an accident but i was wondering if my living chinchilla could go in a depression state? By the way i love you!! I had mosique and i have a standard gray,

@TheChinchillaNotebook

3 жыл бұрын

They definitely can, so be careful to watch them for signs of depression. They usually stop eating and drinking normally when that happens 💕

@meandcrafts6309

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheChinchillaNotebook okay thanks and i your vids btw!!

Hey I have a question about my chinchillas , Is it normal for them to nip at eachother every once and a while? I have two chinchillas one is 3 months and the other is 6 months they were both good friends at the start and were cuddling and stuff but they don't do it as often anymore. Just wondering because I want to keep them safe 🙂

@TheChinchillaNotebook

3 жыл бұрын

I’ve heard it’s normal between two bonded ones. Even occasional small fights are normal. As long as there’s no blood or major fighting happening, it should be fine💕

@Maria-bi9bo

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheChinchillaNotebook thanks this really helped!

Is you're chinchilla snapchat still up?

Despite the disclaimer about not being a professional, I do have a question that Google has not clearly answered (and other chin owners, I appreciate feedback as well); is it common/normal for a male chin, during playtime (running, jumping, exploring, etc.), to have his penis poking out a bit? I have considered the adrenaline and excitement aspect it being out for playtime, but I also have worries about potential fur rings, etc... His behaviors, urination patterns, nor energy haven't really changed, but I'm also aware that chins and other small rodent pets can hide their sicknesses quite well... (My chin has a wellness check up at the vet in two days, so I will be getting some solid confirmation, but I have been curious without much help from simple internet searches)

@TheChinchillaNotebook

3 жыл бұрын

I’m not entirely sure about that. Have you checked to see if there is a fur ring or irritation around that area? 💕

@emilynelson9174

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheChinchillaNotebook Actually JUST got home from the vet! No fur rings nor irritation (whew!) and doc said that it's not a big concern, but to keep an eye on him, and maybe apply vaseline bc it COULD become an issue if his tip gets to dry and he cannot fully retract his penis. Hope this can be helpful to anyone with a similar situation/concern! But, ofc, always refer to your own vet!

@TheChinchillaNotebook

3 жыл бұрын

@@emilynelson9174 that’s awesome to hear 💕

I tried introducing my two female chinchillas together and they ended up fighting. Should I try again in a month or so

@caitlinstingle3571

3 жыл бұрын

@Huda Younus Will do

Hiii 🙋🏻‍♀️

How old is Merlin now? He’s grown so much

@TheChinchillaNotebook

3 жыл бұрын

He’s 5 years old 💕

my chin has a eye problem but he’s going to the vet soon tho!

@TheChinchillaNotebook

3 жыл бұрын

I hope everything turns out good!💕

My chinchilla sits in a corner and perks up at night. He always wants to play later in the day.

@TheChinchillaNotebook

3 жыл бұрын

Merlin is always more active at night but he’ll perk up even in the middle of the day sometimes 😂💕

Why am I here it’s 2 am I have a test tomorrow and I don’t even own a chinchilla

I give my chin a cooling pad because we get him out and play with him and he sits on it a lot.

my chinchilla started to drool so i took him to the vet (the vet just clipped his teeth and told me to come back in a month for a checkup) but he died shortly after the first vet trip :(

@rogeliosalas2729

3 жыл бұрын

omg :( i’m so sorry to hear that!!

@TheChinchillaNotebook

3 жыл бұрын

Aww I’m sorry for your loss. That must have been hard for you 💕

How long did it take for your chinies to get used to you?

@TheChinchillaNotebook

3 жыл бұрын

Merlin was friendly and open to me within the first few days I had him. Zorro took 7 months and he’s still slowly opening up. It really depends on the chinchilla💕

@kimcostello6779

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheChinchillaNotebook Okay! Thank you!!

My chin is almost 2 Yeats old

I just took my chinchilla to the vet she’s 3 months they said me might die I fucking hate myself, I knew something was wrong but no last moment I don’t want to lose her

holy crap:o

your chins our so cute, i wish my chinchilla channel would be as big are yours 🥺❤️

Sit in the corner and look depressed Lol this is sorta true I guess because Gus Gus we got him a new friend and he’s totally fine now but we still own two chinchillas

My chin has a broken leg and I’m so depressed idk what to do

@Perl88

3 жыл бұрын

My Chinchilla had a deformed hind leg when he was young and it had to be removed and he runs around perfectly fine. Don’t worry, animals adapt really easily.

@stvrrytulip3295

3 жыл бұрын

@@Perl88 thanks, she might have to have it taken off and I’m kinda scared

@kd7553

3 жыл бұрын

please... go to the vet IMMEDIATELY if you haven't gone yet this is SO painful for the chinchilla

@stvrrytulip3295

3 жыл бұрын

@@kd7553 I’ve already gone to the vet like i said before-

Anyone know what age a chinchilla stops growing ?

@TheChinchillaNotebook

3 жыл бұрын

Around 1 year they reach full growth 💕

@madisonsworld6305

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheChinchillaNotebook okay but mine turns 1 year and 2 months eats well drinks well happy and healthy and no where near as big as yours he’s big but not as big as your chinchillas

@madisonsworld6305

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheChinchillaNotebook 1 year in 2 months sorry

@TheChinchillaNotebook

3 жыл бұрын

@@madisonsworld6305 Zorro is definitely big but Merlin isn’t, surprisingly. He looks like it on camera but it’s probably just his fur. He’s a pretty athletic chinnie 😂

@madisonsworld6305

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheChinchillaNotebook okay cause mine is not big like other chinchillas are but he’s very healthy and happy

First hehehehehe

Are you giving your chinchillas fruit???

I prefer your older intro

My chin has COVID-19 because I took him to Walmart and he wouldn’t wear a mask

@eleanorluann7137

3 жыл бұрын

😳😂

Cringe outro