What safe fruits, veggies, and healthy treats can my chinchilla eat?

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What type of fresh fruits and/or vegetables are safe for me to give to my 5 1/2 month old chinchilla? What are some other healthy treats I can use daily for training? Pet's info: Exotic | Unknown - Exotic | Female | 1lb

Karly Macon, DVM, MS, CVA Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist · Accepted Answer

Chinchillas are like rabbits in most ways, which means they have a real sweet tooth and will eat just about any human junk food. Stay away from cookies, cake, raisins, carb-filled chinchilla "treats" that are mostly sugar and grains. Stick with whole green veggies like kale and fruits like berries. In general, if it is sweet, feed it in moderation (they love banana and raisins but these are high-sugar so be cautious). Always have fresh grass hay available and safe branches to chew on (apple and willow).

What safe fruits, veggies, and healthy treats can my chinchilla eat?

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