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Everything for Chinchillas – Food, Housing & Care
Order everything for Chinchillas quickly and easily at DRD Rodent Shop ®
Looking for chinchilla supplies that truly meet the needs of these sensitive, clever climbers? At DRD Rodent Shop® , you'll find a complete range: from chinchilla pellets, hay, and herbs/flowers to bedding, sand baths, cages, and furnishings (platforms, houses, tunnels, and enrichment). We select for safety, dust reduction, gnawing suitability, and practicality—so you're confidently making the right choice. Specialists since 2011: so you shop with knowledge, clear tips, and fast delivery from our own stock.
Product groups Chinchilla
Species-appropriate basic nutrition: fibre-oriented and suitable for a sensitive digestion.
To chinchilla pellets →
Essential: hay as a base + mangers for clean, smart and economical feeding.
To hay racks →
Dust-free and safe: comfortable, hygienic and suitable for chinchillas.
To ground cover →
Top-notch coat care: sandboxes and special chinchilla sand.
To sandboxes → | To chinchilla sand →
Climbing, jumping, resting and hiding: build a safe “high-altitude world”.
Plateaus → | Houses → | Tunnels →
Prevent boredom: foraging, exploring and being smart.
To play & forage →
Supplement and variation: choose mild and species-appropriate.
Snacks → | Fresh herbs → | Dried flowers →
Gnawing needs, activity and comfort — with safe materials.
Rodent material → | Hammocks →
Practical and safe: drinking, care and support where necessary.
Drinking bottles → | Care → | Health →
Rodent-proof, spacious and safe: cages + smart cage accessories and transport boxes.
Cages → | Cage accessories → | Transport →
Handy sets, clear explanations and seasonal products for extra comfort.
Packages → | Information → | Winter Products →
What will you find here?
- Food: chinchilla pellets, hay (troughs) and mild supplements such as herbs/flowers (as a variation).
- Coat care: sandboxes and special chinchilla sand for the sand bath (indispensable).
- Housing & furnishings: cages, cage accessories, platforms, houses, tunnels and hammocks.
- Behavioural enrichment: play, foraging, gnawing materials and safe snacks.
- Practical & care: drinking bottles, personal care, health and transport boxes.
Basic Needs of Chinchillas (Short & Clear)
- Social: Chinchillas prefer not to be alone (at least with one other chinchilla).
- Cool and draft-free: Chinchillas do not tolerate heat well, so provide a quiet, cool spot.
- Hay as a base: always available, supplemented with suitable chinchilla pellets .
- Sand bath: Regular sand baths with chinchilla sand for coat care.
- Climbing & jumping: multiple platforms and routes at height (safe and stable).
- Gnawing needs: always offer safe gnawing material.
Checklist: how to make the right choice
- Choose low-dust: with ground cover and sand, “low-dust” is extra important.
- Gnaw-resistant & safe material: chinchillas gnaw a lot – choose products made for this.
- Offer hay smartly: use a hay rack to reduce pollution and waste.
- Height with care: set up “routes” with platforms, safe steps and stable attachment.
- Rest area per animal: provide sufficient hiding places and larger houses for group housing.
- Snacks = supplement: keep the basic menu leading; give extras in measured doses.
Practical tips
Sand bath: how often?
- Why: Chinchillas groom themselves by taking sand baths; it helps remove grease and dirt.
- Practical: offer the sand bath at fixed times and replace the sand when it becomes dirty.
- Shop here: Sandboxes and Chinchilla sand .
Plateaus & routes at altitude
- Why: Chinchillas are great climbers and jumpers — height provides exercise and challenge.
- Tip: Work with multiple intermediate steps to keep jumps manageable and landings safe.
- Shop here: Platforms and Cage Accessories .
Nutrition: Keep it simple (and appropriate)
- Basis: hay + species-appropriate pellets form the core.
- Variation: herbs/flowers and snacks are fun, but always as a supplement and in moderation.
- Shop here: Chinchilla pellets , fresh herbs , dried flowers and snacks .
Hygiene & maintenance
- Refresh water daily: clean the drinking bottle thoroughly and check its effectiveness regularly.
- Keep hay clean: Use a hay rack to keep hay out of the bedding.
- Replace sand promptly: replace when it is visibly soiled or smells less fresh.
- Check the equipment for wear and tear: replace parts if there are splinters, loose screws, or fraying.
Safety
- Low dust is key: choose substrate and sand that are suitable for chinchillas.
- Avoid heat: provide a cool place and offer suitable cooling options during hot periods.
- Secure platforms securely: check regularly that everything is stable.
- Introduce extras slowly: new snacks/herbs in small amounts and observe your pet.
- Replace if damaged: Replace rodent and textile products as soon as they become unsafe.
FAQ Chinchilla
Why do chinchillas need a sand bath?
Chinchillas groom their fur by "bathing" in special chinchilla sand. This helps keep their fur in good condition and is an integral part of their natural behavior.
What substrate is suitable for chinchillas?
Preferably choose a low-dust bedding that is comfortable and practical for daily use. Avoid products that produce a lot of dust or are unsuitable for sensitive animals.
What is the basic diet for chinchillas?
Hay forms the basis, supplemented with species-appropriate chinchilla pellets . Herbs, flowers, and snacks are intended as a supplement and variety.
How do I properly set up a chinchilla cage?
Work with multiple platforms and routes at height, provide sufficient hiding places, ensure a fixed place for hay and water, and make room for a sand bath.
Which products are useful if I'm just starting out?
Start with: pellets + hay (rack), low-dust bedding, sand bath + chinchilla sand, a gnaw-proof drinking bottle, several platforms and at least one nice house.
✔ Specialist since 2011 – selected for safety & suitability
✔ Everything for food, coat care, cages and furnishings in one place
✔ Dust-free and practical choices for sensitive animals
✔ Enrichment & challenge: climbing, jumping, gnawing, foraging
✔ Fast delivery from our own stock
Order before 5pm and your order will be shipped the same day!
Specialist since 2011 – fast delivery from our own stock.
