Chinchillas need regular dust baths to keep their coat clean, shiny, and healthy. It is not advisable to leave the dust batch inside the chinchilla’s enclosure. Too much bathing can make their skin dry. Also, your chinchilla may use the dust bath as a litter box. Chinchillas are nocturnal creatures, so it is a good idea to place the dust bath inside their enclosure in the evening because it is during this time of the day when they are most active. Dust baths are generally given at least twice a week for about 10-15 minutes only. However, you may offer the dust bath more often during humid weather or when the chin’s coat appears rough or oily. But if your pet’s skin is dry, flaky, or appears itchy, try decreasing the bath time and frequency. If itching or any skin issues persist, make an appointment with your animal hospital Cherry Hill, NJ.
