Description: This two part book is the perfect resource for anyone thinking of owning a chinchilla or considering becoming a chinchilla breeder.

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Chinchillas from pets to profession covers all aspects of chinchillas. The first half of the book focuses on the basics of chinchillas as pets. It is geared toward first time owners and discusses how to set up the cage, how to pick out and tame a chinchilla, how to chin-proof your home, etc. The second half of the book is a collection of articles about breeding chinchillas. It is a wonderful resource for anyone considering becoming a chinchilla breeder. The articles deal with topics such as setting up a chinchilla building, picking out quality breeders, and the basics of chinchilla pregnancy.

Table of Contents

Section 1 Pets and Basic Care 3.In the beginning 4.Before you buy Check List 6.Picking out your chinchilla 7.Sexing your chinchilla 8.Cages and accessories 12.Make it yourself cage accessories 13.Care 15. How to pickup or catch a chinchilla 16.Taming your chinchilla 18.Two chinchillas? 19.Introducing Chinchillas 20.Chin-proofing your home 21.When chinchillas get sick

Section 2 Basic Breeding A Collection of articles 24. Chinchilla Pregnancy 101 27. Baby Basics 28.Breeding Facility 30.Understanding Quality 33.Looking Back- My experiences as a breeder 37.Important Resources 38.Notes

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