# Dried Cranberries The only exception would be Ox Bow, but its 13 dollars for a 2lb bag and its nutrition is no different from the Purina. Of course he gets his pellets and fresh Timothy hay. They say alfalfa is good for young chinchillas but they say to stop after 6-9 months old as it's high in fiber and other nutrients that can cause obesity and other health issues. That includes roasted nuts, raw peanuts, unsalted and salted, and even monkey nuts still in their shells. Hi, But at the same time, pet stores sell a lot of stuff that isn't safe for your Chinchilla. Chinchillas can eat strawberries, apples, and pears among a few others that made the list.However, this must be very seldom and only offered as dried fruits. Im so sorry for your loss! Shredded wheat without the sugar coating is fine. I feed vegetation based treats along with vitamin C & calcium treats. Also, provide them with distilled water to drink in their water bottle. Chins don't need vegetables because it can sometimes cause diarrhea. I was wondering if you can give chins dandillaions ?? I have 3chinnies my 2 upstairs are nippy but not at all nasty they take from my hand they have plenty to gnaw on. I discovered this lack of knowledge when an apparent er vet in Surrey was poking and prodding in his mouth trying to find and remove something which the student vet discovered (in a book) this was a normal part of his anatomy. Healthy fats are necessary for the absorption of vitamins and minerals. I also have two uncoloured pumice chews on different levels of their cage, but can anyone give me further suggestions on how to prevent this? While there are certainly worse things to feed your chinchilla than pistachios, they should only be given as a treat on occasion. He is so loveable and never had a health issue. Also, try to make sure they dont consume too much cardboard. So if a vet says almonds are ok, I would find a different vet. Their digestive systems are not designed for the consumption of meat. Do you think something like that is possible? Hay that is recommended for your chinchilla. I like using kiln dried pine myself but fruit bearing seeds is ok.Rosehip are an excellent treat as long as you no there's no pesticides on them.Dandelion and nasturtium petals are ok too. Do not feed your chinchilla meat. I was just wondering how much fruit would be too much to feed your chinchilla daily because she loves fruit but you are I heard you are only supposed to give them 2 raisins a day so I was wondering if there was a limit for fruit too. She also told us our chin was the best looking chinchilla she's ever seen. If their teeth gets too long, they cant eat and can die. Pearl barley also is good, in moderation. We run our Chins daily. well, guess what. Chinchillas are small rodents that are native to South America. As far as having it as a class pet. Dandelion Flowers: safe, but in moderation. Chinchillas are native to the Andes mountains in South America and have been domesticated for centuries. That is their "safe" zone. So he's up there age wise. Not sure but I don't plan to give mine wet corn. Leaving pellets and hay cubes available at all times is fine. Provide your chin with chin pellets and timothy hay everyday to keep your chin healthy and happy! They had 1 small hanging fleece hammock and paper bedding, and hardly ever got to go out and run, and when they did, it was a chase fest to return them back to the cage once they were caught and picked up by the tail. So, what exactly do chinchillas eat? The nutrient composition. i guess not. Water and dark leafy greens may also be a part of their regular diet depending on what you choose. I found some really nice freeze dried apples, pears and banana's at Costco. They are too high in fat and calories so can make chinchillas overweight. this is a green leafy vegetable. Please get your facts straight and i feel sorry for your chins. Also read: Can Bearded Dragons Eat Cantalope, Pistachios are a good source of several vitamins and minerals, including vitamin B6, thiamin, phosphorus, and copper. i know if I put them inthe cage they will be eaten but is it safe?? (That's my opinion anyway) when I hear that people own just one chin it drives me crazy! After a small amount of that every day, she has gotten more regular. You should never have the temperature hotter than 70. When I checked her, I was appalled to find her thin and with a broken and abscessed lower tooth. Dandilion flowers are poisonous to many animals. I am not slamming oxbow pellets because of that, I am slamming ALL brands of pellets as a product designed purely for lazy pet owners. I don't give my chins anything except Timothy hay and their chin food. I had a female about 4 yrs. Just my opinion. You can give different tipe of fruit every day. Most vegetables provide too much water causing diarrhea. The Pros and Cons 4. Dried rosehips are one of the healthiest treats you can offer your chinchilla. If this doesn't seem to work, then you may want to try a tiny piece of kiwi fruit. They also need hay to keep their teeth filed down .If their teeth get too long they cant eat and can die. Thanks. Love My Chinchilla Can Chinchillas Eat Walnuts? dehydrated watermelon As I'm sure you know, you should never put your chinchilla in water, but mine enjoys it as a drink. Some people wont do this. I feed my chinchilla high fiber Timothy hay and Timothy pellets under the Vitakraft brand.
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