Should I Pick a Male or Female Chinchilla?
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Males Don't Spray and Cost Less
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All chinchillas may bite if they feel threatened, but the females sometimes will spray you with urine as a sort of defense mechanism. They can do this from up to 8 feet away. Male chinchillas can do this, too, but according to the experts at ChinCare, it almost never happens.
Males are also less expensive than females. Breeders like to sell females for breeding purposes, for which they charge more money.
Females Can Breed
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If you already have a male, buying a female will give you a breeding pair, which might be just what you're looking for. Many people like to breed their pets, and some people even make money selling chinchillas.
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Bottom Line
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Taking everything into consideration, males are a better choice for most people because they almost never spray; the lower cost to buy one is a significant advantage. The main reason to pick a female is if you're looking to breed chinchillas at some point.
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