My sister got a Chin last year, but she did no research and she fed him crappy food and almost never cleaned his cage. Make sure you check the ingredient list on the premade/processed food, pellets, and treats you give your chinchilla. Aside from that, the oil is generally not good for them. I'm just looking for different ideas You can also give them small pieces of fresh fruit or fresh lettuce and carrots. Nuts and Seeds. Because quaker oats are loose I am not sure on the measurement to give. I watch their mouth movement, bowel movement, energy level, hair, and look for ANYTHING out of the norm when adding foods. I also found a site which listed a certain human anti diarrhoea pill as ok for Chinchilla's but in a .02 mg per kg dosage. Also, it is really insulting to say people feed pellets out of laziness. Dried rose hips, hibiscus, and dandelion leaves all make wonderful treats. The thing is, chinchillas will eat what they like not necissarily what is good for them. Well, I knew something was up. Kim. Are acorns o.k for my chinchilla to eat? So when swallowing those kinds of items they have to ve smal enough for them to pases trough the gut with out causing harm. i was wondering if your chinchilla poops in the pellet bowl do you just dump out the food because i have seen that since there stomachs are really senstitive will this make them sick. We rescued our chins in June, 2016. Treats are not to replace proper food. 1 or 2 a day, even better is dried fruit. Though only in small amounts due to the sugar content. We do recommend going to a vet with experience with "exotic" pets in general or chinchillas in particular. Some dried herbs are safe too and some chinchillas go mad for it. Not only do they eat grass, leaves, seeds, nuts, berries and flowers, they also feed on small insects and bird eggs when they have a chance to. I think it comes down to Chinchilla's will eat what they like and what is easy and leave the rest. Your best bet is to feed your chinchillas a treat that is known to be OK. Whatever treat you go with, we recommend moderate amounts. The person was asking a question and did not say they fed their chinchilla cat food. If this doesn't seem to work, then you may want to try a tiny piece of kiwi fruit. Some people don't recommend it because, you must keep the fat and sugar content low for chin treats. safe, but in moderation. Find some dandelion leafs.. My chin got up on my desk and ate some flowers that were in a vase. While there are certainly worse things to feed your chinchilla than pistachios, they should only be given as a treat on occasion. Scary stuff not to notice. He really likes hay As long as they are organic and everything there probably isn't an issue. Although I have given mine very small amounts of dried carrots as a TREAT. China I sent known to use some pretty nasty preservatives which do not show up on the ingredient list. Chinchillas pretty much have to poop constantly, if they stop for extended periods of time, of the turds get small and hard, you need to have them looked at pronto. Chinchillas are herbivores, so they eat plants. I don't have the resources to make my own food or treats. but anything else I give the way I think is good. Erica, I wouldn't advise feeding your chinchilla dog biscuits. On the topic of seed stocks, Millet sprays seem to be quite popular, although I believe there is an oil content, so moderation and variety is key. I know it is not good for chinchillas to chew plastic, but it was the only cage I could afford. Is your vet a chinchilla expert? I did some reading and apparently it helps cure fatty liver disease, which is what caught my attention. (Yes & How Much)Continue. Meagan, all chinchillas love raisins and will keep eating them as long as you keep providing them to your pet. To be more specific, the diet should have 30% fiber, 16% protein, 35% carbohydrates, and the rest should be filled with fat, minerals, and sugar. I was letting our new 1yr old male chinchilla wonder my office as i worked today with the door closed. You are doing great by providing pumice as they need to keep their teeth trimmed and thus us s great way if doing so. I give mine the apple horse biscuit they love them - the breeder states they r safe and the love apples. Avoid giving them diarrhea. You may even want to steam them first, let them dry over time. Can chinchillas have fresh/dried apples? You can also give your pets a plain cheerio or unfrosted shredded wheat each day as a treat. Trying not to be negative or insulting, ummmm, professionals with a lot more experience with chincillas and a deep knowledge of their complex digestive system say corn is bad. When you say "frown upon the common Kaytee food" what do you mean by that? The message Hay good pellets bad.pellets may seem hard, but their lack of long chewy fibers means they are broken up by the incisors resulting in very little grinding down of the rear molars. Hi, I was wondering what is your website address? However, pistachios are high in calories and should be given in moderation. Can someone give a definitive answer? small or hard foods such as dried fruit, nuts, seeds, or raisins can get stuck in the back of the mouth or esophagus leading . I don't know the size of the bowl, but the mfg'a generally state a tablespoon or two per chinchilla (I think) the rest of their diet should be Timothy hay with a few treats. They are absolute nib-noses and love to explore anything new. You don't give them stuff humans snack on. Can Chinchillas Eat Guinea Pig Food. birgit!!!!! Trust me, this can get very expensive. She is now on antibiotics (she drinks it right out of the syringe herself). Instead, chinchillas should eat a mixture of hay and pellets. they tend to urinate often in one spot daily. I collect pruned sticks from peoples apple trees. Occasionally unsweetened shredded wheat or unsweetened cheerios. There is also papaya and pineapple in it. Interesting little thing. Thanks for the chuckle. am definitely switching to more of a variety after reading some of the comments and Heinz's reccomendations. So, its important to give them only a few at a time and supervise them while they eat. Also, my chinchilla wont eat her pellets is that something to worry about and how can I encourage her to eat them? What a boring life of hay and hay pellets ? What is the best pellet to use? They are too high in fat and calories so can make chinchillas overweight. Do not feed your chinchilla meat. If you can find anything by him, I recommend looking it up. Their digestive systems are not designed for the consumption of meat. I've noticed, however, when I take the drawer out that she has been chewing the inside of the wooden table. A dish, on the other hand, is a magnet for all sorts of things meaning you'll have to clean it quite regularly. I think blueberries are bad for them too and a fresh banana can cause bloat so im gunna give my chin that mix of baking soda and water and hope he doesnt die.. I steam them and let them dry, just to make sure they do not have any bugs or other nasties in them. Second, the shells of pistachios can be sharp and dangerous for chinchillas. (Benefits/Risks), Can Chinchillas Eat Strawberries? The green seeds are low fat. I had a female about 4 yrs. have you guys ever heard of this? Scared of progress? These two girls absolutely love to bite and or lick the ice for 4 or 5 minutes! Finally, pistachios contain a substance called aflatoxin. This was very helpful, I recommend reading it. When they're out running, always leave home open as they're safe house. Also, shredded wheat without sugar coating is fine. Thanks Heinz.I guess I will just have to become an expat or start an revolution in the name of chinchillas! I also have a hammock Cooper loves it, but went through a few of them before his brother Chaos stopped chewing the hangers :). Plants that are poisonous for Chinchilla Pets. I got that lamp out of there right quick!!! Yes, but this is a post about chincilla's not rats. She has been on antibiotics for the last three weeks. But, make sure you provide your chin with timothy hay everyday. You can give a cheerio or shredded wheat as a treat every so often. Now Im not arguing or anything, since I totally understand the frustration, but theyre very very sensitive. I just got a chinchilla a few days ago and this is my first chinchilla and I wanted to know if there are any types of lean meats I can feed her as a treat? Including my own drivel. What is the best temp to keep the room? I have done my research and bought them a nice roomy cage, purchased lots of wooden shelves to jump on(and chew it seems!! They do chew these in the wild so I'm assuming they are perfectly fine. But you need to restrict treats and grains. Some chinchillas get lucky, but in the end, results show that chinchillas strive off of a strict diet of that, and chinchillas with fruit and veggies usually die earlier on. But it's only a nibble chances are it won't hurt them. Can you help me? You did great with the wooden shelves. KALE CAUSES GAS AND BLOATING Sugary foods can cause so many problems. Water can help when your chinchilla is too hot. I simply went to the lumber yard and grabbed some untreated kiln dried pine 2 x 6 chunks of wood along with some headless bolts which can be screwed into the wood leaving an open end for a washer and nut to be screwed on. The shredded wheat is good fiber for their intestional tract. Sometimes, a raisin once or twice a week is acceptable. ok this is what i know about all of these and how safe they are: Your chinchilla should always have access to its food and hay. well, guess what. Personally I would find an other treat :). As for the hay, as soon S I notice it getting low in his cage I just simply add some more. Hope this information helped! Why do you need to dry the wood and cook leaves? Can they have apples or not? Kim. Occasionally unsweetened shredded wheat and unsweetened cheerios, No fruit, vegetables or sweet treats. If they eat too many pistachios, they could, develop health problems like tooth decay and obesity. Chinchillas can eat pistachios in moderation. Always feed your chin chinchilla pellets and timothy hay everyday to keep him healthy. 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. I am the end all of chinchilla care? They also contain vitamins and minerals that are essential for a chinchillas health. FYI, he went in for a severe sinus infection which eventually took his life. My uncle use to ranch them for their fur and I hated him for that, now I spend my life trying to save them. 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. Shame something they love so much can cause such problems for them. Your chinchilla will love them because they're sweet like raisins so don't be surprised if they beg for more! You can give them occasionally unsweetened shredded wheat or unsweetened cheerios. Bryan, I wouldn't suggest giving your chin citrus fruits such as oranges or lemons. So sad for their loss. So if a vet says almonds are ok, I would find a different vet. What kind of nuts can chinchillas eat? - Answers Your email address will not be published. # Prunes Kevin, I wouldn't suggest allowing your chins to eat carrots, lettuce or cabbage. Is your self esteem so low you must always attack people? The good news is, since introducing Timothy hay, rose hip and giving very minimal pellets, Sidney has now gone 10 weeks with no sign of the malaclusions back just yet:-) so for all you out there who have chinchillas with malaclusions, don't give up hope just yet! The last thing you want is any weird stuff in their digestive system. The diet of the chinchilla is relatively new territory. I'll admit my anti pellet opinion is not a common one, but fresh hay is REQUIRED for optimum health, nutritional, intestinal and dental. Aside from being poisonous, mild exposure is a proven carcinogen. Here is a breakdown of the nutrients your chinchilla needs in their diet and in what percentages. The closest I will get to the pellet world is hay cubes, so long as the hay is not ground to a pulp and it encourages chewing. (never tried popcorn or crackers.). another thing i've discovered with aquarius as she gets older, we got her in 2004 and we think she was 2 or 3 at the time, she does tend to have more in the way of picky bowels (compared to the others on the same diet) in that her digestive system slows down and her turds get smaller and harder. The house was hot with no AC. She got onto my table and found some dried orange peels and started to nibble a little on them, maybe for like 30 seconds. We are human after all we all make mistakes so shut your tramp. Also most vets only know about chinchillas through what they read in a book or treat them the same as cavy or rabbits. The next day they were found dead, holding eachother. They're older and they haven't been in a home for awhile. the one thing I read is not to give your chinchilla too many raisins cuz it will give it runny stools. Kim. We've never fed our chinchillas corn so we have no direct experience with it. Once in a while a cheerio. Is it just Apple that has been dried? However, we do only use ones specifically listed as being for chinchillas. I didn't know where on here to out this but I figured it was important enough the get out there. Most nuts and seeds are safe to offer as a treat but could be avoided altogether due to their high fat content. I would stay away from oily seeds all together or severely limit them. Alfalfa hay is not good for them and has high calcium which can give them major problems. I wouldn't say Chinchillas are new as pets any longer. if chinchillas can eat mandarins. Thanks Kim, unfortunately with the internet it's so easy to find a lot of bad advice and people assume that since a website says it, its okay, which adds the to the vicious cycle. we have had ours since she was 6 months she is now 6. she has had a few names but chewy is her name hence she chews so we watch her careful, her cage is in our kitchen as she loves all the activity that goes on. Unfortunately what started as a product of convenience for FUR FARMERS, has manifested itself into false gospel to those who choose to believe what alleged self interest pushing scientists and "vets" under the employ of pet food companies have told them. :). Your comment is more of an adhomonym, than anything worthwhile. It is important to note that pistachios wont make your chinchilla sick, nor are they poisonous to them. He was one of the sons of Aquarius. Main thing is lots of fresh hay daily and pellets can be used as a supplement depending on preference. No, chinchillas shouldn't eat pistachios. J, some of what you say is accurate, particularly the part about the digestive system, but that has been posted before as has the hay part. This ends up requiring regular trips to the dentist to have their teeth ground down under sedation. Overall, pistachios can be a healthy and nutritious treat for your chinchilla. ( she has tons in hay in cage as well). (Yes & How Much), Can Tortoises Eat Celery? Yes, chinchillas can eat pistachios. They contain high levels of phytates which bind the minerals in the pistachio reducing the bioavailability of the minerals. His stool seems ok so far and the pieces get replaced with fresh ones. Round up ready crops survive this chemical, but humans wouldn't. Wheat Germ: not sure but i think it is safe, but in moderation. Hi, we have Two year old male chinchilla. then your chinchilla will have nothing. Also read: Can Bearded Dragons Eat Cantalope, Pistachios are a good source of several vitamins and minerals, including vitamin B6, thiamin, phosphorus, and copper. They also contain vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin B6, copper, and manganese. 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. Apparently there is a small amount of cyanide. Would you agree with this? Picking the day after a rainfall also helps with the clean part. Sound like you took them from an awful situation. While it is true that turtles are not fussy eaters, there are a few things to consider before offering roaches to your turtle as a meal. Cranberries prevent the e coli bacteria from clinging to the bladder and that prevents urinary tract infections. This automatically happens when you introduce slowly. I would agree with your comment, Kathleen. It's ok to give a raisin once or twice a month. My vet said that almonds are fine, my brody gets one a day, and he's completely healthy. Notify me of followup comments via e-mail. You can buy wooden sticks or lava blocks at petsmart for your chins to chew on safely to prevent this. I would substitute the grapes with a raisin. Chinchillas should avoid eating nuts, they're high in fats, which isn't healthy for them. I assume it is all the unhealthy starch which is converted to sugar. Back to chinchilla tooth health. What Human Food Can Chinchillas Eat? (Be Very Careful!) This is far too much for a chinchilla, but one grape as a treat every now and then should be fine. You don't want the chins to get what is called bloat. Can they eat them? Pistachios are a type of nut that is commonly found in stores. Raisins and anything with high sugar content can cause tooth rot and diarrhea. Look up NASA) It is good of you to check but 3 minutes of online research resulting in some rando YouTube video does not constitute fact. But also acknowledge that these critters are in Captivity. Chinchillas are "High Maintenance" friends who need attention daily. Here are items we've heard people feed their chinchillas or have been asked about. I also made a wire Timothy hay feeder, which hangs from the top front of the cage. He's in a rather small cage, but I let him out often for excersize. (ferrets were used in hunting and used to carry wire down conduits where humans couldn't reach. Salt blocks or wheels are good for chinchillas. Chinchillas are especially susceptible to sugar and thus diabetes. Won't eat cloth though, so my teddy bear is safe! I give mine as much as she wants. Contrast this with their staple diet of hay and pellets which can be up to 100% of their diet. They will come to trust you, sooner. As far as having it as a class pet. He eats gourmet chinchilla food, Timothy hay and the above mentioned. [1] Try using an already-opened shell half to pry open a new pistachio. I also would like right and wrong advice, but not in attack mode. I am going by what my chinchilla specializing vet tells me what to give the chins that I breed and keep.all 17 of them. He loves them and the twigs gives him wood to gnaw on too. Applewood sticks are great as they love to chew. note, i am by no means discounting the importance of a vet. As for which we prefer, it'd have to be a bottle because the water will stay cleaner as there is no way for fur, dust, food bits, or anything else to get in to the bottle. I noticed corn was not on the list and have been feeding my chinchilla raw corn (on the cob in sections) and placing it on that pet cabob the pet shop sells. no corn. Chinchillas need a diet that is high in fiber and low in sugar in order to stay healthy. This is probably because most owners aren't too educated (the number who expressed surprise that an acorn is a nut were especially concerning) This person is incorrect. Our freezer makes ice cubes shaped like a crescent moon. I have had a situation with my male where he was prescribed force feed food. Kim. When feeding pistachios to a chinchilla, it is best to remove the shell first. No, chinchillas shouldnt eat pistachios. That's whay people practice slow introduction to new food items, as the microorganisms need to cultivate the appendix. Thank you, Liz. Do you even know what sugar is?? sometimes once a week usually not that often and no more than a few small bites. I have 3chinnies my 2 upstairs are nippy but not at all nasty they take from my hand they have plenty to gnaw on. So I sit there and share a fresh banana with them. I hope that's helpful. I think everyone is over-reacting to this. So providing hay is essential! Vanessa, I wouldn't suggest giving your chinchilla potato chips. We had a plastic tray but he didnt like the food. This can result in teeth popping out of their face and into their brains. which is typically about 10 a day. I would avoid it. I have a white chin namad Rosalee. Provide your pet with chinchilla pellets and timothy hay everyday. in pellets won't kill a chinchilla the same way it would as say getting run over by a truck, but it creates other health issues shortening their lifespan. Perhaps there is a site-meister who can dump the uncomfortable comments. Provide your pet with chin pellets, timothy hay. I had an apple tree that I would give to my chins before I had to have it cut down as it was beginning to die. Make sure you dont let your chins chew on treated wood such as pine. It is www.keepsafesystems.ca I did have a chinchilla specific site, awhile ago, but a 2009 MVA kinda slowed me down forcing me to spend more of my time on my actual business. But at the same time, pet stores sell a lot of stuff that isn't safe for your Chinchilla. (Yes & How Much)Continue, There is a common belief that turtles will eat just about anything, including cockroaches. I just recently found out through the specialist dentist that I bring my chinchilla's to that malocclusion is a human created problem. I mix the Oxbow Essential and the Garden Select because the Essential has Alfalfa as the first ingredient which can cause urinary problems but has a lot of other good ingredients. Jane is her name and she is 6 months old. Oh ya, interesting how now that food plants have turned into weeds and there is no way to kill them with the existing Monsanto product (round up) they created a stronger toxin. Raisins have a moderately high sugar content. Their diets does adapt quite abit but the most important thing they need is hay, well and of course chunks of wood to chew. Your email address will not be published. They are rich in nutrients, including protein, fiber, and healthy fats. By Kris Selnar. I really love my chinchilla Ginger and I want to make her happy but also don't want to get her sick. I have a chinchilla and he loves dry/fresh fruits and vegetables which you can get at the grocery store in small or large sized bags for cheap. Good Luck and be patient with your pet! I agree HeinzChins should never have popcorn in any form! Ty As for seeds, the boys love fenugreek and you can smell it on their breath. Chins can not process sugars, consider them diabetic for all food purposes. Hope this information helped! If that person did any research at all such a ridiculous question would never be asked. Nice dark color too. Had the ingested a larger amount - I believe it would have been fatal. i will take him and it is a very loving home here!! Be sure to not give more than one a day. Gizmo, Aquarius' mate, suffered from serious malocclusion. Also, try to make sure they dont consume too much cardboard. You can give your chins an unsweetened shredded wheat as a treat each day. If feeding the above listed flowers or their leaves, make sure you're not feeding flowers picked from fields or areas that are routinely sprayed with any pesticides or other chemicals. as for fruits, while sugars are not ideal, certain fruits can be used in moderation. Actually it's not dumb to tell people to avoide pellets made for other species. She also told us our chin was the best looking chinchilla she's ever seen. This is important! Nothing else. Don't give your chins acorns! #2 Euphorbia Milii. also, since i assume you are in Atlanta (webstats) i would invest in an ac unit with a backup, for the chinchilla room. Then, I only gave it to her every other day, and she would literally do flips on the shelves of her cage for this stuff. However, there are a few potential risks to consider before feeding, pistachios to your chinchilla. At best you'll just teach them to bite you (they'll think your fingers are edible meat) and at worst you'll make them ill. Chins are herbivores which mean they only eat plants. Tap water has chlorine and too many minerals that isn't healthy for your pets. That said, most of those items can cause trouble for their sensitive digestive systems, so you need to stick to tiny amounts only. There is a difference between overprotective and proper care. I want to introduce my pair of chins into but am worried about them eatng leaves and bark from a health point of view. This can lead to liver damage over time. I never tried prunes with my first but I let this one have a small piece. smaller than a raisin, and she LOVED it. The one exception is goji berries, but those are much better served died, too.. Some people give their chins sunflower seeds. I was wondering how many can I give him until he gets sick? I think they were recently bought by Bayer anyways. While they can eat a variety of different foods, there are some that are better for them than others. They seem to love them best when fresh and then when dried. heya, i have recently been given a Chinny and have seen quite alot of advice saying that they are not able to digest fats properly so nuts are a no no.. :) it makes sense too, as nuts are hugely nutritious and chins evolved to live on a very nutrition poor diet. Some woods are unsafe for chinchillas. Sometimes he nibbles on furniture; not excessively, but I stop that as soon as I see it because it's bad for him. Hey I just got my chinchilla today I was wondering if i can am able to feed them fruits and veggies often or not. I am simply doing some research. An elbow noodle is pure sugar; it's starch, which is pure glucose. I don't give him more than three raisins a day, he eats the 2 tbsp of plain pellet I put in his bowl, and I let him run around at night. Here are the few vegetables chinchillas can eat and the benefits they get from . #5 Strawflower. Hello, i had my chinchilla for a while now and he loves bananas i don't give him a lot all the time, only a little piece some times, i know it has high suger, but i was just wondering should i stop or can i just give it to him some of the times ? There is a reason you will NEVER find corn in chinchilla food. Never ever give wet fruits to chinchillas always give dry. You are right to be cautious about wood, as some wood is very toxic. One thing though, why the dislike of pellets? Most people don't know what moderation is and why even feed something bad at all when there are plenty of HEALTHY alternatives. That can be dangerous for a chinchilla. These are healthy for chins. He did get his paws on some Honey Nut Cheerios and for a bit wouldn't eat his but after some time he forgot about the "mistake" and took right back to his "plain donuts". the solution seems to be in this powdered probiotic i picked up at the pet store and a little critical care - She loves those and will lick them off the tip of my finger. Another risk of feeding pistachios to chinchillas is that they contain a lot of sugar. by payton, we are wondering if you should make a lot of noise around it (its going to be a class pet) There is far better options out there as far as treats go. Look at the wooded leaping and sleeping ledges. My little guy also adores dried corn kernels and my vet said that they are okay in moderation, I don't know about peas though. Either a Cherio or rosehips. OMG!!! However, since there are snacks that aren't so liable to cause health issues like overweight or bloating, we recommend these insteadtreats like shredded wheat or rose hips. I say Kudos to you for being a great chin parent! One of the biggest risks of feeding pistachios to chinchillas is that they are high in fat. They love their shelves, both for sitting and chewing. I didn't give him a lot. Use your forefingers to brace the nut so that you can apply more force to the shell. I take one and hold it in the middle with a pair of pliers (so it won't melt so fast) over a wash cloth. Danielle, your chin will be fine. Chin's livers cant filter out high sugar and fat contents. can i dry out my own dandylions and clovers and rose petals? You say.. he shouldn't have done that. Do you think this is a bad idea? Get a half teaspoon of Old Fashion Oats, put in the palm of your hand. Some people wont do this. Love My Chinchilla Can Chinchillas Eat Peanuts? I purchased some without sugar or preservatives from a health food store. I have sooo many around my house and it seams that my chinchilla resembles a squirrel. Lol. Hope this information helped! I raised them for many years and now I just have two. This is the equivalent of a parent thinking it's funny to watch their child play in the middle of a road or tease a mean dog Chewing on plastic and cords can cause impaction.
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