I heard chinchillas make interesting pets. Is this true?
I heard chinchillas make interesting pets. Is this true?
user
They can make very interesting pets. Are you thinking of getting one?
assistant
No, a friend of mine wants one. She said she doesn't know much about them so I could use any helpful information you can share.
user
Chinchillas are nocturnal animals, and sleep during the day. It would be a good idea to make sure you can handle that, or if it would make a difference to you, get a chinchilla who sleeps at night. In terms of the pet store, there are a few things to be aware of. They make a good amount of noise, and they are territorial, and have bite-y paws. Their bites won’t hurt you, but it is unpleasant. You should also make sure your home has plenty of time to make sure you are prepared. They can be messy, so you want to have a play area that is easily cleaned.
assistant
I'm pretty sure you can't just get a chinchilla that sleeps at night. What should I be aware of at the pet store? How can I make my home have plenty of time? That makes no sense.
user