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Chinchilla- Totoro V2

Chinchillas — Sat, 18 Sep 2010 16:51:54 +0800

Chinchilla - Totoro V2!

Chinchilla V1 covered alot of useful information in the thread, do browse through. VERSION 1 CLICK HERE

Chinchilla due to the soft, thick fur and very tame in nature. No body odor, no smelly poo, easy to take care when we provided the basic need of chinchilla.

Here is few photos of mind, PLEASE POST YOURS!

Simple guideline for Chin owner.
Chinchillas, originating from mountaineous regions of South America, are great pets - cute, social, yet inexpensive and relatively easy to take care of. However, most beginner chinchilla owners don't know much about the animals. In fact, chinchillas, like other small rodents, can be rather delicate and an illness contracted for instance by a cold draft or high temperature can be fatal for them within a very short period of time.

The most common mistakes made by inexperienced chinchilla owners include the following:

10) Wrong cage placement. Both too hot or too cold temperatures are bad for chinchillas. They can easily get heatstroke at temperatures of above 90F (30C), but can also freeze at temperatures below 50F (10C). Drafts are to be avoided as well, since they can cause pneumonia.

9) Mistakes when handling. The correct way to pick up and hold a chinchilla is by placing one hand below the body, with the thumb around a front leg, and supporting the weight with the second hand below the hindquarters. Never pull a chinchilla by the tail since it has a lot of delicate vertebrae which can break easily.

8) Not giving the chin a chance to take a regular dust bath. Dust baths are essential for chinchilla hygiene, and a fun spectacle to observe, too. Chinchillas should have the chance to take a dust bath at least once a week.

7) Using a wire mesh bottom cage. This is not a very good idea since chinchillas' small feet can slip through the mesh and get irritated by the metal, causing foot sores. A solid floor cage with a soft bedding like pelleted paper is much better.

6) Overfeeding treats. Many a newbie owner is all too happy feeding sweets and treats to a chinchilla, unaware that it is in fact harmful for the animal. Treats like a raisin should not be fed at all. Things containing chocolate and industrial sugar should not be fed as well.

5) Not making the house chinchilla-proof. There are numerous dangers in a typical household for a chin on the loose. The most obvious ones include anything that moves - be it people, doors, things that can fall down, or anything that can squeeze. Another one is cables - chinchillas chew everything in sight, and electric cables are not very healthy food! Green plants are another potential threat to chinchilla health - a lot of them (such as ficus or azalea) cause food poisoning if chewed on.

4) Not cleaning the cage regularly and often enough. Chinchillas are clean animals and feel miserable in a dirty cage. Bad hygiene is often one of the main reasons for infections and various serious diseases. A chinchilla cage should be thoroughly cleaned at least once a week (better twice), with the whole bedding renewed. Food bowls and the water tube should be cleaned daily.

3) Not providing enough space and exercise. A sight seen very often is a chinchilla hunched in the corner of a small cage, barely moving from that spot all day. Combined with unrestricted dry food access, this is a sure way to make a chinchilla overweight and significantly reduce its lifespan. For chinchillas, the same basic principle applies as for humans - leaner is better. A healthy chinchilla should feel firm to the touch below the fur, not soft and wobbly. Methods to ensure that your chin is in good shape and not overweight include enough space (at least 9 sq.ft for an adult chinchilla), toys to play with, an exercise wheel, and regular exploration forays outside of the cage.

2) Incorrect bedding. Wood shavings in particular, although very frequently used, are not a good bedding for chinchillas. They can cause foot sores and injuries to the chins' delicate eyes. Also, the wood dust which often accompanies shavings causes respiratory (lung) problems. Some kinds of wood, such as cedar or redwood, also contain oily components that can cause liver damage.

1) Improper food. This is probably the most frequent cause of illnesses among pet chinchillas. In particular, feeding a lot of moist vegetables such as lettuce can cause diarrhea, which can be lethal for a chinchilla within one or two days. Insufficient access to water (for instance, failure to notice that a gravity water bottle's ball was stuck and the chinchilla cannot drink enough) leads to dehydration and is also quite dangerous. Providing water in open bowls instead of a bottle can lead to contamination with droppings and bedding material and various infections as a result.

By avoiding these mistakes you are on a good way towards having a healthy and happy chinchilla with a long lifespan (perhaps over 20 years!).

Here is few website is good reading and learning knowledge of caring of chinchilla weather for beginner or expert.

1 . MountOfChinchilla.com龙猫山(Malaysia!)
2. US Auction chinchillas.comm
3. greenwoodchinchillas
4. azure-chinchilla
5. Learn About Chinchilla In The Wild
6 .Chinchilla Illness Basic and Advance knowledge.
7. Chincare.net

龙猫山中文版

Chinchilla is vegetarian, serious vegetarian!

Chinchilla Owner
1. Chinchillas - Own ChinchillaS
2. StarDust - Standard Grey( Bubble), Medium Ebony( Chacoal)
3. Crazymouse - Standard Grey
4. Lockheart - Standard Grey
5. Carinmanfong - Standard Grey
5. Dannyoski - Mosaic (Nono)
6. vincent_cbl - Mosaic, Medium Tan
7. shingin - Medium Ebony(Pebble), Dark Tan(Rocky)
8. sheril89 - Light Ebony(Chibi)

LEOPARD GECKO (VERSION 4)

Chinchillas — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 19:58:10 +0800

New thread V4-- > http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/1473727

[WTS]Chinchilla For Sale www.mountofchinchilla.com

Chinchillas — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 15:06:15 +0800

Please visit Chinchilal Thread to learn more about what is chinchilla.

Looking for freelancer - student/fresh graduate

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 07:30:00 +0800

[WTS]Premium Sugar Glider Pellets, New HPW READY

Chinchillas — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 18:56:29 +0800

HPW READY RM32.00 Just add water to complete!

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Wodent Wheel Senior 11" RM100

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[WTS]Promote Healthy Teeth!Apple Chew Stick.

Chinchillas — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 16:21:59 +0800

Please visit www.chubbypetsgarden.com for more choices of chew toy.

Safe to chew for rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, hamsters, gerbils and other small pets. Made from all-natural material. Promotes healthy and clean teeth.

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Sabah, Sarawak and Labuan. Just add RM16.00 for shipping fee.

Natural Apple Chew Stick. RM11.00 CLICK HERE TO BUY!

Woonden Jump Deck RM13.00CLICK HERE TO BUY!

Hanging Wood Bridge RM69.00CLICK HERE TO BUY!

Swing Bed RM59.00CLICK HERE TO BUY!

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* While Stocks last.
* Wholesale are welcome

[WTS]TimothyHay, Alfalfa Hay & Bermuda Grass

Chinchillas — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 21:59:39 +0800

Chubby Pets Garden® Sun Cured Premium Quality Hay
Timothy, Alfalfa Hay, Bermuda Grass, Turtle Bale, Chopped Hay Tortoise for sale!
Imported Fresh Hay directly from U.S.A

FREE SHIPPING TO ANY WHERE OF PENINSULAR MALAYSIA.

Note 1. : All order will be ship within 1-3 days after payment received. Please expect 2-7 working days for the hay to reach you after shipped, depends on the effectiveness of your local pos office.

Note 2. : All order of hay is Free Shipping

Note 3. : Hay can be ship to Sabah, Sarawak & Labuan, PM ME ask for your price.

Note 4. : Bulk Order are welcome. (1000kg and above)

**PM me once you confirm your order, banking detail will send to you via PM.
**No pick up available except *3kg&6kg and above at this moment, all hay send out by POS Malaysia.
**Please expect 3-7 working days for the item to reach you once parcel sent.

Payment Method :
Classic*** PM me for banking details. Maybank and Public Bank.[/color]
Modern*** Pay by other local bank beside Maybank or Public Bank Or Pay by Credit Card - <a href='http://www.chubbypetsgarden.com/webshaper/store/viewProd.asp?pkProductItem=108' target='_blank'>Click Here[/url] to choose others local bank ATM payment transfer, fast and easy.

A. 1kg (35.5oz/ 2.22lbs) Premium Timothy hay/ Alfalfa Hay/ Bermuda Grass= RM 28.00 (1kg Not Free Shipping, +RM7)

B. 2kg (71 oz/ 4.41lbs) Premium Timothy hay/ Alfalfa Hay/ Bermuda Grass = RM 50.00

C. *3kg (106 oz/ 6.61 lbs) Premium Timothy hay/ Alfalfa Hay/ Bermuda Grass = RM 69.00* Pick up available

D. *6kg (212 oz/ 13.23 lbs) Premium Timothy hay/ Alfalfa Hay/ Bermuda Grass= RM 120.00* Pick up available.

E. Premium Sun Cured Turtle Bale (For Tortoise) = 1kg RM35 And 2Kg RM60

F. Chopped Hay - Tortoise (For Tortoise) Mixture 70% wheaten + 30% Alfalfa hay = 1kg RM35 And 2Kg RM60

For None Lowyet user please contact admin@chubbypetsgarden.com or visit www.chubbypetsgarden.com e-store to purchase.

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NEW* Premium Quality Turtle Bale! (For Tortoise)

Turtle Bale
Tortoises need a lot of quality fiber and low levels of plant proteins in their diets. One of the healthiest items we can offer to your tortoises are good quality hays.
The Turtle Bale is 50% Fresh Bermuda grass + 50% Fresh Timothy Hay.
Turtle bales are available in (Free Shipping) : 1kg RM35 & 2Kg RM60

Good clean[size=5]Timothy Hay is the most important part of a rabbit, guinea pig, chinchillas or other small animals' diet. The indigestible, fiber helps ensure that food moves through the digestive tract at the right rate. The action of chewing on the hay helps keep their constantly growing teeth in shape.

The greener the hay, the more chlorophyll it contains and the more minerals. Good hay also contains the vitamins A, D and E although these deteriorate during storage. The browner hays have more vitamin D from being in the sun but less nutritional value. You can tell good hay from the smell and feel. It is clean and dust free with a sweet fresh smell to it.

Timothy Hay
Crude Protein (min)................................ 6.00%
Crude Fat (min)...................................... 2.00%
Crude Fiber (max).................................. 32.00%
Calcium (max).................................. 0.25%
Moisture (max)...................................... 12.00%

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Alfalfa Hay is a high-fiber legume forage hay. It differs from grass hays such as timothy, orchard grass and oat in the leaf, stem, and root structure. Alfalfa Hay is legume hay and the protein, calcium and energy content are higher than in grass hay. Alfalfa Hay is an outstanding feed for young animals. It contains more crude protein, digestible energy, and calcium levels than any other forage. In addition, it has the fiber content needed for normal digestive functioning. Alfalfa provides the essential calcium necessary for growing bones. Alfalfa is also a source of important minerals, including phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, sulfur, iron, zinc and selenium.

Alfalfa Hay used carefully, in certain situations, it can be a valuable tool in nutritional management. Alfalfa Hay can be used as an appetite stimulant when an animal is ill. Because it is high in fiber, a small pinch can be given as a treat.

Alfalfa Hay
Crude Protein (min)................................ 18.0%
Crude Fat (min)...................................... 1.5%
Crude Fiber (max).................................. 30.0%
Moisture (max)...................................... 14.0%

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Bermuda Grass provides a natural alternative source of fiber for rabbits and other small animals. Bermuda grass is a high fiber, high quality hay that aids in the natural digestive process of small pets. Feeding Bermuda grass will encourage a pet's natural foraging instinct. Compressed Bermuda grass is easy to feed and creates less mess. Pet's love variety, which helps to stimulate their senses.

Bermuda Grass
Crude Protein (min)..... 6.0%
Crude Fat (min)........... 1.0%
Crude Fiber (max)...... 32.0%
Moisture (max).......... 12.0%
Calcium (min)............ 0.25%
Calcium (max)........... 0.75%

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Turtle Bale (For Tortoise)
Tortoises need a lot of quality fiber and low levels of plant proteins in their diets. One of the healthiest items we can offer to your tortoises are good quality hays.

We've take the trouble out of mixing your own Bermuda and Timothy Hays, by creating the "Turtle Bale."

The Turtle Bale is 50% Fresh Bermuda grass, and 50% Fresh Timothy Hay.

Turtle bales are available in (Free Shipping) : 1kg RM35 And 2Kg RM60

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Feed Pro Optimum Premium Rabbit Pelletsas the sole ration to rabbits. Provide your rabbits with free choice access to Pro Optimum Premium Rabbit Pellets or limit-feed as necessary to achieve the desired show condition. It is a complete diet. Do provide fresh hay and clean water at all times.

Pro Optimum Premium Rabbit Pellets are firm and durable. This helps to minimize waste and enhance feed intake and nutrient absorption. Pro Optimum is high in dietary fiber and thus promotes proper digestion function and gut health. Pro Optimum Premium Rabbit Pellets do not contain corn and thus, reduce the risk of digestive disorders. Pro Optimum Rabbit Pellets contains, Yucca extract that improves palatability and keep odor at bay. Pro Optimum Premium Rabbit Pellets contains a blend of probiotic bacteria, enzymes and yeast for improved digestion. Pro Optimum Premium Rabbit Pellets also contains Papaya Extract, a natural additive preferred by many rabbit breeders to reduce incidence of hair ball. Pro Optimum Premium Rabbit Pellets contains chelated minerals which promotes mineral utilization that can improve reproduction, coat and bone formation.

Pro Optimum Premium Rabbit Pellets RM 23.00
Crude Protein Min 16.00 %
Crude Fat Min 3.50 %
Crude Fiber Min 18.00 %
Crude Fiber Max 23.00 %
Calcium Min 0.75 %
Calcium Max 1.25 %
Phosphorus Min 0.55 %
Salt Min 0.25 %
Salt Max 0.75 %
Vitamin A Min 3,000 IU/lb

Feed Pro Optimum Premium Chinchilla Pellets as the sole ration to chinchillas. Provide your chinchilla with free choice access to Pro Optimum Premium Chinchilla Pellets. It is a complete diet. Do provide fresh hay and clean water at all times.

Pro Optimum Premium Chinchilla Pellets RM 26.90
Crude Protein Min 16.00 %
Crude Fat Min 3.00 %
Crude Fiber Min 18.00 %
Moisture Max 12.0%

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INCLUDED SHIPPING COST TO ANY WHERE OF PENINSULAR MALAYSIA (For hay only).

A. 1kg (35.5oz/ 2.22lbs) Premium Timothy hay/ Alfalfa Hay/ Bermuda Grass= RM 28.00 (1kg Not Free Shipping, +RM7)

B. 2kg (71 oz/ 4.41lbs) Premium Timothy hay/ Alfalfa Hay/ Bermuda Grass = RM 50.00

C. *3kg (106 oz/ 6.61 lbs) Premium Timothy hay/ Alfalfa Hay/ Bermuda Grass = RM 69.00* Pick up available

D. *6kg (212 oz/ 13.23 lbs) Premium Timothy hay/ Alfalfa Hay/ Bermuda Grass= RM 120.00* Pick up available.

E. Premium Sun Cured Turtle Bale (For Tortoise) = 1kg RM35 And 2Kg RM60

F. Chopped Hay - Tortoise (For Tortoise) Mixture 70% wheaten + 30% Alfalfa hay = 1kg RM35 And 2Kg RM60

Pick Up Location : Zoo Negara entrance Only.

Chinchilla- Totoro

Chinchillas — Mon, 03 Sep 2007 14:35:44 +0800

Hi Pet lovers,
Would like to start a thread here to make friends with all of you Chinchilla owner or non-Chinchilla owner OR future Chinchilla owner.

I love chinchilla due to the soft, thick fur and very tame in nature. No body odor, no smelly poo, easy to take care when we provided the basic need of chinchilla.

Here is few photos of mind, PLEASE POST YOURS!

Simple guideline for Chin owner.
Chinchillas, originating from mountaineous regions of South America, are great pets - cute, social, yet inexpensive and relatively easy to take care of. However, most beginner chinchilla owners don't know much about the animals. In fact, chinchillas, like other small rodents, can be rather delicate and an illness contracted for instance by a cold draft or high temperature can be fatal for them within a very short period of time.

The most common mistakes made by inexperienced chinchilla owners include the following:

10) Wrong cage placement. Both too hot or too cold temperatures are bad for chinchillas. They can easily get heatstroke at temperatures of above 90F (30C), but can also freeze at temperatures below 50F (10C). Drafts are to be avoided as well, since they can cause pneumonia.

9) Mistakes when handling. The correct way to pick up and hold a chinchilla is by placing one hand below the body, with the thumb around a front leg, and supporting the weight with the second hand below the hindquarters. Never pull a chinchilla by the tail since it has a lot of delicate vertebrae which can break easily.

8) Not giving the chin a chance to take a regular dust bath. Dust baths are essential for chinchilla hygiene, and a fun spectacle to observe, too. Chinchillas should have the chance to take a dust bath at least once a week.

7) Using a wire mesh bottom cage. This is not a very good idea since chinchillas' small feet can slip through the mesh and get irritated by the metal, causing foot sores. A solid floor cage with a soft bedding like pelleted paper is much better.

6) Overfeeding treats. Many a newbie owner is all too happy feeding sweets and treats to a chinchilla, unaware that it is in fact harmful for the animal. Treats like a raisin should not be fed at all. Things containing chocolate and industrial sugar should not be fed as well.

5) Not making the house chinchilla-proof. There are numerous dangers in a typical household for a chin on the loose. The most obvious ones include anything that moves - be it people, doors, things that can fall down, or anything that can squeeze. Another one is cables - chinchillas chew everything in sight, and electric cables are not very healthy food! Green plants are another potential threat to chinchilla health - a lot of them (such as ficus or azalea) cause food poisoning if chewed on.

4) Not cleaning the cage regularly and often enough. Chinchillas are clean animals and feel miserable in a dirty cage. Bad hygiene is often one of the main reasons for infections and various serious diseases. A chinchilla cage should be thoroughly cleaned at least once a week (better twice), with the whole bedding renewed. Food bowls and the water tube should be cleaned daily.

3) Not providing enough space and exercise. A sight seen very often is a chinchilla hunched in the corner of a small cage, barely moving from that spot all day. Combined with unrestricted dry food access, this is a sure way to make a chinchilla overweight and significantly reduce its lifespan. For chinchillas, the same basic principle applies as for humans - leaner is better. A healthy chinchilla should feel firm to the touch below the fur, not soft and wobbly. Methods to ensure that your chin is in good shape and not overweight include enough space (at least 9 sq.ft for an adult chinchilla), toys to play with, an exercise wheel, and regular exploration forays outside of the cage.

2) Incorrect bedding. Wood shavings in particular, although very frequently used, are not a good bedding for chinchillas. They can cause foot sores and injuries to the chins' delicate eyes. Also, the wood dust which often accompanies shavings causes respiratory (lung) problems. Some kinds of wood, such as cedar or redwood, also contain oily components that can cause liver damage.

1) Improper food. This is probably the most frequent cause of illnesses among pet chinchillas. In particular, feeding a lot of moist vegetables such as lettuce can cause diarrhea, which can be lethal for a chinchilla within one or two days. Insufficient access to water (for instance, failure to notice that a gravity water bottle's ball was stuck and the chinchilla cannot drink enough) leads to dehydration and is also quite dangerous. Providing water in open bowls instead of a bottle can lead to contamination with droppings and bedding material and various infections as a result.

By avoiding these mistakes you are on a good way towards having a healthy and happy chinchilla with a long lifespan (perhaps over 20 years!).

Here is few website is good reading and learning knowledge of caring of chinchilla weather for beginner or expert.

1. Chincare.net
2. US Auction chinchillas.com
3. greenwoodchinchillas
4. azure-chinchilla
5. Learn About Chinchilla In The Wild
6 .Chinchilla Illness Basic and Advance knowledge.
7 .MountOfChinchilla.com龙猫山(Malaysia!)

龙猫山中文版

<--This items is specially design for rabbit, guinea pig and chinchilla.

Chinchilla is vegetarian, serious vegetarian!

Chinchilla Owner
1. Chinchillas - Own ChinchillaS
2. StarDust - Standard Grey( Bubble), Medium Ebony( Chacoal)
3. Crazymouse - Standard Grey
4. Lockheart - Standard Grey
5. Carinmanfong - Standard Grey
5. Dannyoski - Mosaic (Nono)
6. vincent_cbl - Mosaic, Medium Tan
7. shingin - Medium Ebony(Pebble), Dark Tan(Rocky)
8. sheril89 - Light Ebony(Chibi)