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Can chinchillas eat mint?

Yes, dried

Yes, chinchillas can eat dried mint. The Swiss animal welfare society (STS) lists peppermint among the herbs chinchillas can have dried. It says fresh herbs should be given only in very small amounts – and when in doubt, not at all.

How to serve it: dried, a few leaves

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Last checked: November 2026

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