Bonding With Your Chin

So now that you have your chinchilla you're wonering how to bond with them. Well the answer to that is easy, but unfortunatly can take some time. Chinchillas are not known to trust very easily, so you have to be extra careful and patient with their needs. I would not recommend taking them out of their cage for the first few days; being in a new home is already enough stress for them. I know that you're going to be super anxious to get them out and play, but remember they need some down time too. I suggest reading them books or your homework out loud as you do it. This will help them recognize you and your voice quicker. After a few days place your hand in the cage and give them a treat. This will help them trust you as their owner. Eventually, once the chinchilla is comfortable around you,  feel free to pick them up and set them in a safe room.