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[namrufmot]

My chinchilla has a large 3-story cage. The one problem, however, is that it only fits a 12" wheel. He had one like this: but he literally wore it out until it broke. I can not find another 12" wheel like it, and all the other wheels (saucers, silent spinners, other designs) I've tried he hates!

Any help or ideas?

PS I know that a 12" wheel isn't preferable but my chin is literally the smallest adult chin I've ever seen. There are no issues with her spine/back.

[Marip]

that wheel is not the best cause they can put their legs on it and get really hurt if you want a wheel like that you should cover it from outside
have you tried ebay ?

[jmdebb]

yes, agreed, those wheels are super dangerous, pls be careful.. and its also best to get a 15" one so they dont hurt their back.  can you maybe save for a bigger cage??

[lilchinchilla]

If you feel you have to get a wheel, get a chinspin wheel. Chins do not need wheels though. If you give them play time in a chin proofed room (washrooms or kitchens make the best chin proof.), each night, and they have a good sized cage, they should be fine.

The wheel you posted a photo of, is really bad. I remember one person in Wisconsin with that wheel... and their chin got his neck stuck in between the bars. He broke his neck and died. It was awful, and she ended up not using wheels after that happened. 

[Marip]

you can always make your own wheel search i saw a website that had how to do it but can't find it.