In the wild chinchillas roll in valcanic ash to keep their fur soft. A chin should NEVER be bathed in water as this will ruin it's fur. You can find chinchilla dust at most pet stores, and a small amount can go a long way if it is kept clean of waste. A dust bath should be offered at least 3-4 times a week, or as much as every day. You can get bath houses to use or a fish bowl works well too, with the openning at an angle. Put the bath in the cage for about 15 minutes at a time. It is really entertaining to watch your chinchilla take a bath, they absolutely love it!
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