Subject: Science: Natural & Physical

Pets and Pet Care Series

Chinchillas: How to Care for Your Pet Chinchilla

Chinchillas are adorable rodents native to South America. They are quiet, gentle animals that require very little care and make excellent pets. They are shy and easily frightened; however, if handled when they are young, they remain tame and docile with regular handling. This comprehensive how-to program offers expert advice on how to properly care for chinchillas, including advice on a handling the animals, a proper diet, cages, dust baths and toys. Produced by Lorian Elbert. 08DR IJSCA 30 min.
Also by Lorian Elbert: Dignity 1: A Study of Schizophrenia and Dignity 2: The Human Side of Mental Illness