Chinchillas are active and playful pets, and can become accustomed to human handling with a little time and patience. The younger your chinchilla is, the easier time you’ll have. Try to find a chinchilla who has been handled frequently — this will make your work a lot easier. But you can tame just about any chinchilla of any age. Here are a few basic tips: Take your time. When you first bring your chinchilla home, give him a chance to adjust to the new environment. Keep interaction and cage maintenance to a minimum for the first few days — that … Continue reading →