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Habitat builder

Plan a safer setup before you shop.

Select species, number of pets, age, setup type, space and budget to produce a welfare-aware checklist.

Recommended setup

Chinchillas habitat checklist

Cooling and vertical fall safety are the first priorities for chinchillas. This recommendation reflects 1 pet, adult age, indoor setup, medium space and a balanced budget.

Estimated total: £260.00 - £520.00

Essential items

  • Tall metal enclosure
  • Solid ledges
  • Hide
  • Hay rack
  • Water bottle
  • Food bowl
  • Dust bath
  • Safe wooden chews
  • Room thermometer

Recommended upgrades

  • Cooling tile
  • Second hide
  • Scatter feeding tray
  • Spare ledge covers

Items to avoid

  • Plastic shelves
  • Exercise balls
  • Sugary treat sticks
  • Heat lamps
  • Tiny starter cages

Save this planning list

Save this as a care planning checklist before buying anything elsewhere.

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