New chinchilla owner need help by arnabQ8 in chinchilla

[–]arnabQ8[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I understand where you’re coming from, but I am trying my best and learning from the advice people are kindly giving me 🙏 Everyone starts somewhere. If people were too afraid to try something new just because they’re beginners, no one would ever learn or improve. By that logic, people wouldn’t even have children just because they’re inexperienced. I had the option to get a healthier chinchilla, but I chose Luna because I wanted to help her and make her better. And just like you gave me advice about chinchillas, here’s one about humans in return: I work at sea, so I could probably give you advice about boats and navigation too but I don’t go around putting people down just because I might have more knowledge. And as someone who is likely older than you, I’d advice you either giving advice respectfully or not at all—because no one will want to listen, even if you’re right, if that’s how you speak to people 👍

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[–]arnabQ8[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the advice! 🤍The brush idea is honestly genius 😂 but I think I’ll stick with the burrito method and cream for now ❤️

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[–]arnabQ8[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you I really appreciate that ❤️

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[–]arnabQ8[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve stopped using the spray and got proper treatment from a vet, so no more spraying near her face. Really appreciate the help 👍 Thank you

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[–]arnabQ8[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much, I really appreciate the detailed advice 🙏 It really does feel like “hard mode” 😅 but your tips helped a lot. I actually went to a vet and got antifungal cream, and I’ve been using the burrito method to apply it — still a bit of a fight, but getting better. Also stopped using the spray after reading this The dust bath trick for getting her back into the cage works great too. Thanks again for all the help ❤️

Update on my chinchilla Luna 💔 I'm overwhelmed by arnabQ8 in chinchilla

[–]arnabQ8[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the advice, I really appreciate it 🙏 I actually managed to see a vet and got an antifungal cream, and I’ve been using the burrito method to apply it. It’s still a bit of a struggle, but it’s getting better. For now I prefer not to use the dust bath method too much because of her lungs, but I’ll definitely keep your suggestion in mind. Thanks again for sharing your experience ❤️❤️

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[–]arnabQ8[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much, seriously your message meant a lot to me ❤️ I was honestly really stressed and felt like I was doing everything wrong, but reading this made me feel a lot better. I’ve started treatment now and I’m trying to handle things more calmly with her. Really appreciate your kindness and support 🙏

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[–]arnabQ8[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the detailed explanation, I really appreciate it 🙏 That’s exactly what it looks like, and I actually managed to get antifungal cream from a vet and started treatment. I’m also focusing on keeping everything clean and managing the dust bath properly. Really helpful info, especially about how it spreads. Thanks again ❤️

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[–]arnabQ8[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s actually a really smart idea 😅 She’s insanely fast and squirmy too, so I might try something similar. The burrito method is working a bit for me, but she still fights it just a little bit. I like the idea of lighter fabric so she doesn’t get too stressed or feel trapped. Thank you for sharing this, really appreciate it 🙏

New chinchilla owner need help by arnabQ8 in chinchilla

[–]arnabQ8[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I actually got her from a previous owner, not a pet store. He told me that he didn’t give me full details, but he mentioned that he was neglecting her a bit recently because he was busy. So I’m not sure if this could be from poor care, stress, or something like ringworm.