Chinchillas need a multi-level large wire cage with a plastic bottom to avoid irritating their feet. They’ll need good bedding made from pelleted or shredded paper products, pine shavings, or reclaimed paper fibers. Chinchillas need a nesting box for sleeping. They will need at least one hiding place, preferably more, in their habitat so they can run away and hide when they feel scared. The cage should be kept in a quiet place in the home and the temperature should be regulated to keep the chinchilla from overheating. Their cage will need to be cleaned weekly to keep them happy and healthy. Source: petkeen.com