The chinchilla is easily frightened and requires a lot of quiet, especially in the daytime. The chinchilla requires a serving of grass or hay daily. You can find the hay in the small animal aisle of your favorite pet store. The hay comes in bulk or in small bags and is usually cut or whole-Timothy and Alfalfa are good choices. Pellets may be picked up in this aisle, as well.
Newspaper takes care of lining the cage, as opposed to small animal litter.
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