Water seems like the obvious choice for keeping a fluffy pet clean, but for chinchillas it poses a surprisingly serious threat. Understanding why requires a closer look at what makes their fur unlike ...

This article was originally on a blog post platform and may be missing photos, graphics or links. See About archive blog posts. Chinchillas, native to the Andes mountains in South America, clean ...

Chinchilla’s dense fur prevents parasites from surviving in it. A chinchilla’s coat doesn’t dry when wet due to the density, so they bathe with fine volcanic ash to remove oil and dirt. Female ...

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Dust baths are typically an activity that bird species participate in. However, several mammals enjoy dust baths for a variety of reasons, including parasite control, hygiene, and even maintaining ...