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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Absolutely gorgeous rare dark Violet wrap (ebony violet) chinchilla babies. Ready to leave now One boy £250 Two girls £275 each (£500 for pair). Will come with starter pack to include some hay, pellet
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Lovely boy. Very curious and fast moving. We can’t keep him as we already have 3 chinchillas including both his parents. Looking for a good home for him, ideally as a companion to another chinchilla a
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I am selling my baby chinchillas; they are healthy and very happy. They are boys and girls. £150 each £250 for two If you want more pictures, please message me.
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I am selling my baby chinchillas; they’re healthy and very happy. They are a mix of boys and girls. Please message me if you want more pictures or information. Beige £200 Grey £180
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We have three ovely baby grey chinchillas available, all born in early July 2026. £150 each £250 for two £300 for three Meet the Chinchillas * Tabby (Female) — Born 1st July 2026. She is the aunt t
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Bobby was born here in May this year, making him 4 months old. He is a lovely tame Standard boy and will make a brilliant pet. He is bred from healthy, long lived parents which can be seen on your vis
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I have for re-home my male chinchilla due to no fault of his own, he recently lost his mate and I unfortunately have no time to give him that he needs and feel it's best to re-home him where he will b
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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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🐭🤍 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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Triple males born 30th May 2026. All full brothers, friendly, used to dogs and children. Chinchilla like to live together and don't do well on their own, any questions please message me
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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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🐭 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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Hi i have a male chinchillas available due he is 8 months old and ready to leave now Mosaic boy £150
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2 male chinchillas Chester - Light grey age 6 Chunks - Darker grey age 4 Must be sold together as they are family Cage & everything needed for them included (Sand baths, food, specific fabric for