cathybc Posted December 13, 2009 Share Posted December 13, 2009 Well, after telling Egluntyne only 24 hours ago that I do not breed my chinchillas - I have found a kit in with Daisy and Blueberry!!! - who are supposed to both be girls.....(unless Elvis has done the deed on one of his escapes. But I don't think that would have been possible.) The kit is amazing, 57g so a decent size and loves cuddles already. I am guessing that Blueberry is the mum as a) she came from a reputable breeder, so should have been sexed properly b)Daisy was a rescue so I could have got it wrong and c) while I was watching 'she' was trying to mount Blueberry. So Daisy may have to become Derek (or perhaps Olly ) Not seen the baby suckle yet, I have tried syringe feeding but it didn't seem bothered so I am hoping it is feeding OK and just wasn't hungry. I have separated Blueberry and baby away from Daisy and put a portable radiator next to the cage for warmth. Just keeping my fingers crossed all is OK. A rescue rabbit I fostered a few years ago had surprise babies (the women the RSPCA took her from had kept her with her son) and all three died so I am constantly checking on them. Even missed most of the X-Factor!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theherd123 Posted December 13, 2009 Share Posted December 13, 2009 Congratulations! Photos when you get a chance would be great Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jules. Posted December 13, 2009 Share Posted December 13, 2009 Awww that's really cute. Please don't tell Alihodg as he's been on about getting a chinchilla after talking to you yesterday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted December 13, 2009 Share Posted December 13, 2009 Awww how cute. Can't wait to see photo. I thought about having one a bit ago - but I don't know enough about them & what they need. I'd have to do a lot of research first. Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathybc Posted December 15, 2009 Author Share Posted December 15, 2009 Ok Jules - tell Alihodg that it is horrible But it might take a while for your Pinocchio nose to go down..... I am pleased to say baby is putting on weight daily and feeding well from mum. It is absolutely georgeous! Hard to get photos as the chins are in the garage where they are safe but the lighting is not good for piccies. Will have a go though - I am such a proud gran! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mostin Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 Oh what a lovely surprise . Glad it's all going so well so far. Pictures please, as soon as you can get some . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted December 18, 2009 Share Posted December 18, 2009 Well I never! Any pics? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathybc Posted January 1, 2010 Author Share Posted January 1, 2010 well, at last, I have worked out how to add photos! Apolgies for the quality - and, in less than 3 weeks, Cobweb's weight has doubled so I will try and get a better and more up to date pic. But this is at a few days old.... looks a bit like a tiny elephant to me (grey, big ears...!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted January 1, 2010 Share Posted January 1, 2010 OMG - That is the cutest thing I have ever seen! Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Couperwife Posted January 1, 2010 Share Posted January 1, 2010 *sigh* how gorgeous I would love a chinchilla (have you noticed that I want one of any cute animal - I only live in a small house, I only have one cat and 3 chickens - I just dream over other animals ) cathy x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chickvic Posted January 1, 2010 Share Posted January 1, 2010 Gorgeous Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooks Posted January 1, 2010 Share Posted January 1, 2010 what a cutie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emchook Posted January 1, 2010 Share Posted January 1, 2010 hee hee . That is an awesome little bubba ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted January 1, 2010 Share Posted January 1, 2010 Only just found this - what a little cutie, congratulations . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted January 1, 2010 Share Posted January 1, 2010 How adorable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted January 2, 2010 Share Posted January 2, 2010 Aaaaahhh! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
franklyrabbit Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 I've only just read about the new baby! Congratulations to you - very envious. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mostin Posted January 14, 2010 Share Posted January 14, 2010 Just caught up and seen the pictures aaaaawwwwwwwwwwwww, What does it look like now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
