how much does a pet chinchilla cost? are you even allowed to have them as pets? where do i get one?
Yes you are allowed to have them as pets. I have 2 myself. You could get them at the petstore for around $170 but I suggest searching for a local breeder online. The chinchillas at the petstore aren’t handled as frequently (if at all) than if you were to get him/her from a breeder. Breeders genuinely care very much about their animals and handle them on a regular basis. They can also help you with your cage/cage set up, what to feed your chinchilla, how to decorate your cage and where to buy supplies from. Most of the things you would get for a chinchilla at a petstore are considered unsafe.
www.chins-n-hedgies.com is a site you can go on an search for a breeder in your area or post a wanted ad in the chinchilla classified section.
Good luck!
visaohburn Says:
Depends on wear you get them but around $100. Yes you can have them as pets but there may be restrictions in your state or city so double check before you get one. You can get one from a rescue group (which I recommend), or your local pet store, their may even be a breeder near by so look online to see if their is :3
Good luck!
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Posted on October 14th, 2009 at 7:12 am
Morgan Says:
Yes you are allowed to have them as pets. I have 2 myself. You could get them at the petstore for around $170 but I suggest searching for a local breeder online. The chinchillas at the petstore aren’t handled as frequently (if at all) than if you were to get him/her from a breeder. Breeders genuinely care very much about their animals and handle them on a regular basis. They can also help you with your cage/cage set up, what to feed your chinchilla, how to decorate your cage and where to buy supplies from. Most of the things you would get for a chinchilla at a petstore are considered unsafe.
http://www.chins-n-hedgies.com is a site you can go on an search for a breeder in your area or post a wanted ad in the chinchilla classified section.
Good luck!
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Own 2 chinchillas, years of experience
Posted on October 14th, 2009 at 7:56 am
InsanitySpeaks Says:
I just saw them at Petsmart last night for $160.
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Posted on October 14th, 2009 at 8:42 am