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One of the first things a potential Chinchilla owner must be aware of is that a Chinchilla has a life span of 8-10 years and in some cases over 15 years. You must ask yourself, "Do I want just a pet or would I like to be able to breed for quality and enter shows with the aim of winning awards?"
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The reason for this is that mutations tend to lack fur density and size. A good quality standard grey animal will be able to contribute some, or all of its good qualities, to the offspring. This greatly increases your chances of an award at a show.
Knowing that you have bred an award winning Chinchilla will give you enormous satisfaction. You may be able to purchase a good quality Chinchilla from members of the N.C.S. for a similar price you would expect to pay for a pet in a shop. |
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Most members will be able to give you a pedigree which will tell you if any animals in its background, or indeed the animal itself, has won awards at NCS shows.
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