The chinchilla is a crepuscular rodent native to the rocky mountain slopes of the Andes in South America, belonging to the family Chinchillidae. There are two living species: the Short-tailed Chinchilla (Chinchilla chinchilla) and the Long-tailed Chinchilla (Chinchilla lanigera), the latter being the species almost universally kept as a pet. Wild populations are listed as endangered, but domestic chinchillas have been bred in captivity since the early 20th century and are now widely available from reputable breeders across the UK. They are sometimes informally called Chins.
Chinchillas are noted above all for their extraordinarily soft, dense fur — each hair follicle produces between 60 and 80 individual hairs, compared to a single hair in most mammals — which made them the target of intensive trapping during the 19th century. As pets they are active, playful, and curious animals that bond well with patient, gentle owners, though they are not ideally suited to young children due to their speed, fragility, and dislike of rough handling. They require a large, multi-level cage, regular dust baths using specialist volcanic dust to maintain coat condition, and a diet based on high-quality chinchilla pellets and unlimited timothy hay. Chinchillas are long-lived for a small rodent, with well-cared-for individuals commonly reaching fifteen to twenty years of age.
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This is a difficult decision but my 2 beautiful females Cheeky & Deliaha I need to rehome due to time and commitments they are very well handled and very loving very cheeky they will come with the cag
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Unfortunately I am having to re home my beautiful chins as they are not getting enough of my time! White chinchilla- Blossom (15 years) Black chinchilla- Nibbles (5 years) I am looking for someone w
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A beautiful friendly lovely boy available to leave . Both parents are angora rpa so he is a carrier of the white & violet gene and will produce angora babies . Proof of set is required . No wire bott
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💙 Two Beautiful Standard Grey Male Chinchillas 💙 - Gillingham- Dorset I have two gorgeous 12-week-old standard grey male chinchilla kits looking for their forever home together. These lovely boys
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🩷 Three Beautiful Standard Grey Female Chinchillas 🩷 I have three gorgeous 12-week-old standard grey female chinchilla kits, with two looking for their forever home together. These beautiful girls
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🐭🤍 Looking for a Loving New Home 🤍🐭 I’m sadly looking to rehome my gorgeous chinchilla, He’s such a beautiful little boy with the cutest face and a lovely personality. He deserves a loving home
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🐭🖤 BLACK CHINCHILLA FOR SALE – £150 🖤🐭 My beautiful black chinchilla is looking for a loving new home. ❤️ 🐾 Age: Approximately 1½ years old 🖤 Colour: Black 💷 Price: £150 for everything! 🏡 C
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Due to unforeseen circumstances and a painstaking choice, I am looking to rehome a wonderful, healthy, bonded pair of 3 year old brother male chinchillas. They have quirky personalities and are easy t
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RESERVED – This little boy has found his new home. ❤ He was born on 12th August 2026 and has a beautiful light champagne-beige coat, pink ears and lovely ruby-coloured eyes. He can be reserved in ad
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Ben & Jerry, fabulous Ebony brothers were born here in June this year, making them 3 1/2 months old. They are beautiful Ebony boys, really friendly and easy to handle and play with, and will make bri
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Unfortunately I’m having to sell my beautiful babies. They are both 3 however 2 different litters same mum and dad. This will also include there cage everything inside it and food and dust ect just ev
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🐭 Albert & Dell – Young Male Chinchillas Meet Albert and Dell, two lovely young male chinchillas, both around 3 months old and ready for the next stage of their lives. ❤️ Both boys have been bred her
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Meet this super sweet, 4-month-old male chinchilla kit who is looking for a loving home! Having raised several kits over the years, I’ve given him plenty of extra care🥰 he’s been hand-fed, handled da
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PLEASE READ INFORMATION. I got beautiful chinchillas for sale and ready to go to the new family can sell separately or like pare more information text me. MALE - MOSAIC ..... PRICE 200......... 1.
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Sophie was born here in April this year, making her 4 months old. She is a lovely tame standard girl and will make a brilliant pet. She is bred from healthy, long lived parents which can be seen on