Wild chinchillas live in the desert. Thus your chinchilla might
be very frightened if you try to submerge him in water to give him a bath. He
would prefer a dust bath instead. You can obtain chinchilla sand from a
reputable pet supply store. This sand is coarse enough that it doesn’t create
dust that can lead to respiratory problems. Purchase a chinchilla dust bath or
use a shallow plastic container. Pour a few inches of chinchilla sand in the
container. Place it in your chinchilla’s enclosure so he can jump in and roll
around. Remove the dust bath after about fifteen minutes. Otherwise your
chinchilla may use it as a litter box. Keep on trying and eventually your
chinchilla will learn to use and enjoy the dust bath. Allow your chinchilla to
use the dust bath several times a week to keep him clean and shiny. For more information, contact your animal
hospital Bourne, MA.
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