2007-03-25 07:02:36 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
yes they can they cope very well outside my mother in law has 2 adult ones and they breed outdoors so they must be fine. lovely animals they are.
2007-03-25 08:44:24 · answer #1 · answered by uk_under_my_spell 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-05-02 20:13:49 · answer #2 · answered by Sandy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Can Chinchillas Live Outside
2016-11-04 23:04:40 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, as long as it's not too damp and draughty they are fine living in a garden shed.
And as long as it doesn't get too hot in the summer of course!
http://www.azure-chinchillas.co.uk/pages/cages_housing_chinchillas.php
Where to Put the Chinchilla Cage?
The cage should be positioned in a room that does not have too much noise or "through-traffic". Although, undoubtedly, chinchillas become accustomed to the hustle and bustle of a family home, nevertheless, it is thoughtful to allow them peace and quiet at certain times of the day so they can rest undisturbed.
The chinchilla's environment should also be damp and draft-free. Chinchillas can withstand cold temperatures, without any additional heating, provided they are free from damp and drafts.
It is best not to position the cage close to a window or heater, even in the winter, as chinchillas have been known to get heat-stressed just from that alone!
In the summer months the chinchillas can suffer if they are allowed to become over-heated, due to their extremely dense fur. During those summer days when the temperature exceeds 70 degrees, exercise and anything that may cause increased heart-rate (such as travelling) should be avoided until the cooler evening hours. Curtain's drawn, a fan or even an air conditioner are very useful in helping to keep the chinchillas cool on very hot days. Failing that, bottles of frozen water placed around the cage will help too. Obviously, it is not recommended that chinchillas be kept in conservatories during the summer months, for obvious reasons.
2007-03-25 07:07:23 · answer #4 · answered by bumblecherry 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not really. They need lots of care as they are pretty exotic animals - not like a dog or cat. In the summer as long as it is secure and well ventilated it is alrite but in winter no way! It snows and will get below freezing so unless it is near the house or has heating then i would suggest not. Try these chinchilla sites on how to take good care!
The one at the bottem has all you need about housing them and its a great chinchilla site.
2007-03-25 07:10:07 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
no they come from a hot country. i would question why you would want to shut ur pet in a cold shed though. they do need quiet and peace but they also need love and attention. your chinchilla may die of cold or shock of the cold if you do put it in your shed. if you don't beleive me then look in a chinchilla husbandry book (though you really should have looked there to get the CORRECT answer to your question) as an animal lover and nurse i am being harsh for a reason
2007-03-25 07:13:47 · answer #6 · answered by Georgia W 2 · 2⤊ 2⤋
no... to cold in a shed. they need to be in 60%- 70% degrees. they need to be in your house with you. causze even though they need peace and quite. they need you to love them to. you can't just buy a pet and leave it in a shed thats mean and curel.
but on the other hand if you plan on spending time with it. and it is no more or less them 60-70% i don't see why not.
2007-03-25 08:21:25 · answer #7 · answered by teddybearleogirl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you take the precautions for proper temps, humidity, ventilation, sanitation they can. It can take a little time to get things set up right but it can be done.
2007-03-25 11:28:00 · answer #8 · answered by B N 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Are you a shed? how can you type?
2007-03-25 07:11:57 · answer #9 · answered by dopeydawn 3 · 1⤊ 3⤋