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Adoptions
I looked at all the caged animals in the shelter...the cast-offs of human society. I saw in their eyes love and hope, fear and dread, sadness and betrayal. And I was angry.
"God," I said, "this is terrible! Why don't you do something?"
God was silent for a moment and then He spoke softly.
"I have done something," He replied. "I created You."
Jim Willis
All of the chinchillas we rescue have a permanent home here until we can find them a compatible forever home. They stay at the rescue a minimum of thirty days before they can be adopted. We do not adopt out any chinchillas that have a history of or any ongoing medical conditions such as malocclusion (teeth issues), severe heart murmurs, etc.
Our goal is to find wonderful, loving and knowledgeable forever homes for our chinchillas, but we are not desperate to 'get rid of' any chins. Do not contact us if you are looking to get a free or cheap chinchilla. We are looking for people who understand what is involved in having a chinchilla in their life and are happily willing to accommodate the chinchilla's needs.
If you are interested in adopting a chinchilla, please do your research first as to the proper care, diet and housing they require to confirm if a chinchilla is the right animal companion for you.
A thinking man feels compelled to approach all life
with the same reverence he has for his own.
Albert Schweitzer
Our adoption policy is as follows:
You must be 21 years old to apply for an adoption. We do not recommend chinchillas for young children (under 12 years), although we do review and consider all applications. If you are under 21 years old and wish to adopt one of our chinchillas, you must have consent and support of the adult guardian with whom you live with. The adult guardian is the person who must fill out the application with notations about who will be the primary caretaker.
An adoption application must be filled out completely. We may then call you for an interview. It makes it easier to get in touch with you if you mention the best time (daytime or evening) to reach you in the 'Additional Comments' section of the application. If you are approved for adoption, a date is setup for you to visit the chinchillas to see who you are most compatible with. Since we are a private rescue, only approved applicants can visit the chinchillas. We will introduce you to a few chinchillas that we think would be a good match for you. Please note; you will not leave with the chinchilla you choose. A date is set up for the final adoption in which we will bring the chinchilla to his/her new home. This allows the new guardian to prepare for the chinchilla's arrival. Appropriate housing and supplies are expected to be set up and ready for the chinchilla to move into upon adoption. We will not adopt a chinchilla to any home if an appropriate and safe cage is not available. We recommend Martin's Cages and Quality Cage as the best you can get for your chinchilla. We also require that you have a chinchilla knowledgeable veterinarian listed on your application, so please, do your research (see our Veterinarians page).
On the day of the final adoption, you will need to sign an adoption contract. It reflects your commitment to the chinchilla as well as to the rescue by keeping open communication and our availability and support to you for the life time of the chinchilla. The adoption fee is $75.00 per chinchilla. The entire amount of the adoption fee is put into the rescue's funds and used towards the care of the chinchillas.
You will receive an adoption kit which consists of:
- A chew toy
- Four different healthy 'treat' packets
- Chinchilla Organic Herb & Grain Fusion sample
- Timothy hay cakes
- A fleece hammock
- Quick reference guide
- An adoption certificate
(These items are incurred at our own expense and are not deducted from the adoption fee).
It is at the discretion of the Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue Inc. to approve or reject any applicant that we feel would or would not be the best guardian to one of our chinchillas. The chinchillas are always our first concern.
Check out some of our chinchillas available for adoption
You may fill out an adoption application by clicking the Apply link below. We strive to review applications as soon as they are received, but it can also take a few days if things are really busy and we have trouble getting in touch with veterinarians or references. We appreciate your understanding and patience. We do not ship chinchillas! We are always available should any questions or problems arise.
In their innocence and wisdom, in their connection to the earth and its most ancient rhythms, animals show us a way back to a home they have never left.
Susan Chernak McElroy
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