About Nicholle Stoller Expertise I can answer questions from genetics to breeding to basic care. I also have access to a knowledgable veterinarian and have learned a thing or two from him.
Experience I breed chinchillas as a hobby.
Organizations The Chinchilla Club
Education/Credentials I've spent the last two years volunteering at various animal hospitals and currently raise chinchillas.
Answer It depends on what you think of as a good pet. They take a lot of work but are very affectionate and become very attached to one person.
They are happier in pairs but one should be okay by itself if you carry the one around with you in a pouch and give it lots of attention, at least 3 hours a day. All day is even better.
I'd say that a cage with 1/2 inch wire should work.
They live about 12-14 years.
