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TheraPaws & ChinChilla Haven A Sanctuary for Chinchillas in Need 501(c) (3) Non-Profit Non-Breeding Organization We provide a healthy, loving home for unwanted and neglected chinchillas with permanent housing in our rescue and through adoptions.

Adoptions: 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 30 days before they can be adopted. We do not adopt out any chinchillas that have any medical conditions such as malocclusion (teeth issues), seizures, heart murmurs, etc. All chinchillas are given the opportunity for litter pan training to facilitate easier cage cleaning for future homes. 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 willing to accommodate the needs of the chinchilla.

Adoption requirements: A large metal cage and a metal running wheel. Recommended cages are ferret nation followed by critter nation. Recommended running wheels are Chin Spin or the Brytin Chinchilla Exercise Wheel. A high quality pellet, like Science Selective, Mazuri or Oxbow. Unlimited hay. No plastic in the cage! Plastic cage trays need to be covered in non-pill fleece or replaced with metal or wood ledges. Lots of safe things to chew on. A small, reasonable travel cage to take your new chin buddy home. Then, pay the adoption fee, which is used to care for the other chins with food, toys and vet visits when needed. Sometimes we have an extra cage, so let us know if you are in need of a quality, used cage at a reasonable cost. Please join the facebook group “The Chinchilla Owners Group” to learn how to properly care and provide for your chinchilla. Most items marketed for chinchillas in pet stores are not safe for chinchillas.

Adoption Focus: Sherman Sherman is a beautiful grey boy. He is super sweet and doesn’t mind being held once he gains your trust. Not much is known about this sweet guy as he was in the Humane Society for a short time and they didn’t know much about chins. He lets me give him chin scratches and a kiss! He enjoys running around the room to explore and visit the other chins in the rescue. He loves his pellets and hay. Sherman is progressing with his litter pan training. He takes treats from my fingers and loves dried goji berries. I will even give you a goji berry plant to grow your own!