Chinchilla Gnawing Material in the Chinchilla Webshop

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Chinchillas have a natural need to gnaw. This is because they are rodents and they have continuously growing teeth and molars. Of all rodents, the chinchilla is known as one of the largest gnawers. It is therefore necessary for chinchillas to be able to gnaw on something to wear down their teeth. If chinchillas have too few opportunities to wear down their teeth, the teeth can become too long or grow crooked with all the consequences that entails. In addition, they will try to gnaw on everything. This is seen as undesirable behavior.

Rodents use gnawing wood to wear down their teeth. Because rodents' teeth are always growing, they need to have something to gnaw on regularly so that they don't grow too long and crooked.

Some Chinchillas gnaw very actively on gnawing wood and others not at all. On the one hand it is a matter of taste, but on the other hand it is a matter of need. If a Chinchilla does not have a need to gnaw because its teeth remain long due to the food, hay or other nibbles, then it will gnaw less on gnawing wood. It is good to always offer natural gnawing wood so that the animals can always gnaw when they have a need to gnaw. We sell a wide range of gnawing material. From gnawing wood to nibble sweets and hay chunks. There is a lot of difference in the hardness of the material. It is good to offer the chinchillas different gnawing material. This way they can choose for themselves what they prefer to gnaw on.

How Fast Do Rodents and Rabbits' Teeth Grow?

Mice : About 0.3 millimeters per day
Hamsters : About 0.3 millimeters per day
Gerbils : About 0.4 millimeters per day
Rats : About 0.5 millimeters per day
Guinea pigs : About 2 to 3 millimeters per week
Rabbits : About 2 to 3 millimeters per week
Chinchillas : About 1.5 millimeters per week
Degus : About 1.5 millimeters per week

An Overview of Our Rodent Wood Varieties

1. Lime: Loved for its soft texture and flavor, Lime provides a pleasant chewing experience for Chinchillas. Lime wood is known for its soft and light texture. It provides a mild gnawing sensation, making it suitable for all Chinchillas that enjoy softer materials. Lime wood has a light and mild flavor, making it attractive to animals without a strong preference.

2. Willow: With its crispy bark and juicy interior, Willow is a favorite choice for Chinchillas who enjoy actively gnawing. Willow wood has a crispy bark and a soft center. It offers a varied texture that the animals can appreciate. Willow wood has a natural and light flavor, which makes it attractive to gnawing Chinchillas.

3. Hazelnut: Hazelnut gnawing wood combines strength with taste, making it a sustainable and tasty choice for your gnawing friends. Hazelnut wood has a firm texture. It offers good resistance for Chinchillas who like to actively gnaw. Hazelnut wood has a characteristic taste that Chinchillas can appreciate.

4. Birch: The light and airy nature of Birch makes it a versatile choice, perfect for Chinchillas with different gnawing preferences. Birch wood has a light and airy texture. It is suitable for animals that prefer slightly less dense materials. Birch wood has a mild flavor, making it a versatile choice for a variety of rodents and rabbits.

5. Apple: Apple wood is a popular choice for chinchillas to chew on. Apple wood generally has a medium texture. It offers satisfying resistance when chewed, which is ideal for animals that like to actively grind down their teeth. Apple wood also has a mild and pleasant flavor. This subtle flavor can pique the curiosity of chinchillas, which makes them want to chew on the wood.

6. Beech: With its sturdy structure, Beech offers a long-lasting chewing challenge for Chinchillas who like to be challenged. Beech wood has a sturdy and durable texture. It offers long-lasting gnawing pleasure and is suitable for animals who like a challenge. Beech wood has a neutral taste, which makes it attractive to animals without a pronounced preference.

7. Coffeewood : Coffeewood, made from coffee plants and generally has a soft and smooth texture which is very interesting for Chinchilla. The taste of Coffeewood is a natural, earthy taste. Chinchillas can certainly appreciate this taste while gnawing. Coffeewood is also known for its durability, it lasts a long time as gnawing material.

8. Wood and Herb Branches: For animals that enjoy a tasty variety, wood and herb branches offer a combination of gnawing pleasure and aroma.

How do you use gnawing wood for chinchillas?

1. Placement in the enclosure: Simply place the gnawing wood in your animals' enclosure. They will instinctively nibble on it when the need to gnaw arises.

2. Durability: Rodent wood is long-lasting and does not need to be replaced every time the enclosure is cleaned. Only wet rodent wood needs to be removed to prevent mold.

Rodent Wood from the Garden or Picked Outside?

We strongly advise against picking gnawing wood from the garden or outside. Our gnawing wood is harvested and cleaned under protected conditions, making it free of possible parasites and contaminants that can occur in nature. Using our carefully selected gnawing wood ensures a safe and healthy gnawing experience for your animals.

Order Now and Let Your Chinchilla Enjoy Natural Gnawing Fun!

Give your Chinchillas the gifts of nature with our diverse range of gnawing wood. Order today and watch your Chinchillas enjoy the gnawing adventure!

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