Here's an easy way to give your chins a safe place to hop, climb, and chew. A few pieces of white pine, a few screws and a few minutes of your time can create an interesting addition for your chinchilla's play time. It's small enough and light enough to store in a closet when not being used. It's Rogaine and Nibbles approved!!

Material List:

• 3 pine boards, 18" x 5 1/2" x 3/8" ( For the landings. They come in this size so no need to cut them.)
• 4 pine boards, 18" x 1 1/2" x 1 1/2" (For the risers. Have 6" cut off two of the boards at time of purchase.)
• 1 pine board, 16" x 12" x 3/4" (For the base. We purchased a 48" board and had it cut into thirds.)
• 6 wood screws, 2 1/2" x 8 flat head (To attach risers to the base.)
• 6 wood screws, 1 1/2" x 8 flat head (To attach the landings to the risers.)

• Power drill
• #8 Countersink for power drill
• Phillips screw driver
• Medium grit sandpaper

Assembly: Lay out the risers and landings in a way that makes it easy for your chin to get from one level to the next. Mark the position of the risers on the base. Countersink and attach the risers to the base using the 2 1/2" long screws. Countersink and attach the landings to the tops of the risers using the 1 1/2" long screws. Give the toy a light sanding.

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