There is alot to know about chinchillas. Before you consider buying a chinchilla, please do alot of research, for these animals take alot of work and special care. Because we do not know everything there is to know about chins, we continue to do our research, and we encourage you to do the same, look at as many websites, read as many articles as you can, and ask tons of questions from experienced chinchilla owners and/or breeders.