Chinchillas?

Does anyone know anyting about chinchillas? I work at an apartment community, and one was left behind by some people who moved out. I didnt want to call the humane society to take him, so i am going to bring him home tonight.
He has a big cage, and I know they cant get wet and have take dust baths. Is there anything else I should know about caring for these.
Thanks,
Jennifer

OMG!!! YOU HAVE A CHINCHILLA!?!?
i LOOOVE CHINCHILLAS!!!!
They are so cute! Your lucky to have one cause maaaannn, they are expensive! Not much to it, one of my friends haves one and i love to hold him all the time. Usually keeps it in its cage and gives it food and water, just like taking care of any other pet.
But i looove how their fur feels!
YOU ARE SO LUCKY!:D

Congrats!!! They are great lil' critters! We've got 2... and have really enjoyed their company! When I posted that I came home with the male, several people said that they have them also.. One person said hers was 11yrs? I think!?!?! Anyhoo... Your gonna enjoy it! No/verry little smell... water bottle, a good pellet diet, hay, treats... mine LOVE rasins... and a dust bath 3-4 times a week! EZ! They've got a TON of personality! But, they do poo.... ALOT! So just be ready for that!:rolleyes: (But as poo goes... it's not bad at all, clean little pellets) Post some pix. when you get the lil' bugger home!:D