It is not necessary to brush a chinchilla, and most do not enjoy being brushed. A long-toothed comb can be used to help remove mats from their fur if absolutely necessary, but it should be done very gently and with as little stress to the animal as possible.

What kind of brush do you use on a chinchilla?

Many pet owners find they can use a good slicker brush made for rabbits and sturdy metal comb to remove the dead fur from their chinchilla's coat. Often, dead fur tends to collect near the base of the tail, on the back and near the back legs.

Is it bad for chinchillas to get wet?

It is important never to get a chinchilla's body even a little bit wet. Chinchillas and water just don't mix very successfully. The rodents are notable for their extremely thick coats. ... The thick fur also can be extremely slow to dry, and can create chilling problems for chinchillas.