Fur slip is primarily a protective mechanism for the chinchillas and therefore shouldn’t be confused for shedding. It is the release of huge patches of fur when they are exposed to stress, for example, when suddenly held tightly. Now that we know the process by which fur slip occurs, it is important to understand that the only method to prevent this is to hinder any possibilities of stress to them. The most common stress for them occurs during handling. To improve the handling technique, gently hold them at the base of their tail. You maintain this specific point of contact, and then slowly let them sit on the hand, making sure that there are no sudden movements. Holding them on the other parts of their bodies beside the base of their tail will cause them to feel like they are being squeezed and will try to escape, thereby causing a fur slip.
Your vet Savannah, GA can enlighten you about important health issues that can affect your pet.
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