Is chinchilla a rat?

Along with their relatives, viscachas, they make up the family Chinchillidae. They are also related to the chinchilla rat. The chinchilla has the densest fur of all mammals that live on land….Chinchilla.

Chinchillas
Order:	Rodentia
Family:	Chinchillidae
Subfamily:	Chinchillinae
Genus:	Chinchilla Bennett, 1829

What kind of animal is a chinchilla?

rodents
Chinchillas are social rodents that live in colonies of up to 100 animals. By day they mainly rest in rocky crevices and caverns, out of sight of predators.

Is a chinchilla a good pet?

Because of their high-strung disposition, they are not usually considered to be good pets for small children. However, chinchillas can be very friendly animals if sufficiently acclimated to human touch as kits (babies), making them excellent pets for patient owners.

Why is a chinchilla a bad pet?

Chinchillas have their own personalities, like most pets. Chinchillas also have sharp teeth, which they will use if they feel threatened, and this can be very unsafe around children. Chinchillas require a consistent temperature of around 70 degrees Fahrenheit.

What two animals make a chinchilla?

Physical characteristics. Chinchillas are related to guinea pigs and porcupines. With short forelimbs and long, muscular hind legs, chinchillas resemble rabbits, but their ears are much shorter and rounder.

Are chinchillas rabbits?

There is another rodent called the chinchilla, but it is not part of the rabbit family and cannot be bred with any rabbits. However, the characteristics of a chinchilla coat are so lovely that breeders worked to craft a rabbit with similar fur.

Do chinchillas cuddle with you?

Chinchillas Are Affectionate. While chinchillas prefer not to cuddle, they are still very affectionate with their pet parents. They are naturally curious and enjoy being out of their chinchilla cages whenever possible—supervised by their pet parent, of course!

How much is a chinchilla?

Standard grey Chinchillas are typically cheaper. Chinchillas cost $80 – $150 from breeders. Colored Chinchillas are a fair bit more expensive — if you can even find them….List of Chinchilla Care Supplies and Cost.

Cage	$200-$300
Nesting box	$10-$15
Hay Feeder	$5-$10
Running wheel (optional)	$10
Hammock/bed	$10-$15