Being approx. 25 cm in size and having a tail length of up to 20 cm, chinchillas need sufficient space to let off steam. As they live in a herd in the wild, they need to have at least one member of their species as a partner. Therefore, it is important that the chinchilla cage is large enough to ensure species-appropriate pet care. When setting up a Chinchilla cage, you should also make sure that there is a good variety of activities and opportunities for play. These cute small animals can live up to 20 years if they are looked after well.

Chinchillas are very demanding when it comes to their habitat and they require a lot of space. After all, they are excellent jumpers and can jump up to one metre from standing in a single jump. They are not suitable to be kept outdoors, so a large, preferably multi-story chinchilla cage made of wood or metal is required for their accommodation. These nocturnal animals do not like direct sunlight, cold or damp.
The best location for a chinchilla cage is in a recess. The two short sides of the cage should also be opaquely shielded, as small animals startle easily and are sensitive to noise. Bedrooms are also not a suitable location, as the animals are active at night. Ideally, a cage will have several doors in order to make it easier to look after the animals and to clean their accommodation.

Climbing, exploring, cuddling and playing – all this is part of these small animals’ daily routine. With the right set-up, you will provide your chinchillas with lots of variety and ensure that life in the chinchilla cage is never boring. Cuddly caves, hammocks, climbing towers and playhouses are suitable for this purpose. In addition, the animals need special bathing sand for daily hygiene and sufficient feeding areas such as hay racks, as well as different drinking sites.

Offer your chinchillas an attractive, spacious and species-appropriate home with sufficient freedom of movement. All the necessary accessories for your chinchilla furnishings are available online from Maxi Zoo. Browse the online shop and be inspired by the wide selection of products.