The chinchillas on this page have already found furever homes through ForCHINate Chins!

Mercedes and Lexus

Mercedes and Lexus are both standard gray females.  They are sisters from the same litter.   Mercedes and Lexus are about 2 years old. Their former owner believes their birthday is July 23, 2003.  Lexus and Mercedes were given up because their owners' husband has bad asthma and no matter what they did as far as dust baths, etc., he still suffered from attacks.  They both loved them very much and it was a very hard decision for them to make, but they felt it was the best for them as well as the chins. These girls are just about fearless.  They grew up with a rottweiler, and they have no problems with my cats (in fact they play with them through the cage).  Mercedes likes to take dust baths in the bathroom sink (even though there is no dust in it), and tries to drink from the faucet.  They both love running around the house and getting cheek & belly rubs.  They are both pretty laid back and will let you hold them without trying to get down.  In the photo of the two girls together, Mercedes is on the left, Lexus is on the right.  The left individual photo is of Mercedes, the right is Lexus.

**Mercedes and Lexus were adopted on June 29, 2005 and are having a great time getting all the attention that they deserve as well as playing in their HUGE Chinchilla Mansion!!

**Due to family reasons, Mercedes and Lexus had to come back to us on August 6, 2006.  They are now available for adoption again!  Anyone adopting this pair will get 2 wonderful chins for pets!!!   Updates to come as they happen!

**Update:August 19, 2006: Mercedes and Lexus have again found a new, wonderful home and are enjoying all of their play time that they get every day!!

Jackie

Jackie is here because her previous owner had an allergy to her that developed after about a year of having her.  She wasn't able to give her the "out" time running around that she needed anymore and felt it was best to find her a good home where she will get the love and attention she deserves!  She did love her very much, but felt she deserved better.  Jackie is mellow, yet playful!  She likes to sit in the corner of her cage and just look out sometimes.   She also likes to have her cheek rubbed, and loves to re-arrange the furniture in her cage a lot!  She flips things over, then flips them back, like she is an interior designer going for the "right look"!  She LOVES her run around time outside of her cage.  Jackie's distinguishing characteristics are her large ears and very long tail!  She is a cutie!!!

**Jackie was adopted on August 17, 2005 and is now living in a home where she will be adored and loved by the entire family.  She will be the only chinchilla, so she will get tons of chinnie toys and attention (just the way she likes it!!).

Gizmo, Lady, Squeak, and Nibbles

Gizmo, Lady, Squeak, and Nibbles came to ForCHINate Chins because their owner was moving back home.  Her parents don't have a lot of space, and they have a dog the they didn't feel would do good with them, so they felt it would be best for the family to come here and stay with all the other chinnies!

Lady

Lady came to ForCHINate Chins along with Gizmo, and their babies (Squeak and Nibbles).  Their owner is moving back home, and her parents didn't have the space for the chins, they were also afraid that the dog wouldn't do well with them.  Lady loves her out of the cage play time and taking dust baths.  Her favorite treats are shredded wheat and raisins.  Lady was a little skittish when she got here, and there is a possibility that she was pregnant again when she came to us, but we have been  handling her daily, and she is doing very well now.  We are also monitoring her weight to see if she is indeed pregnant.   She will not become available for adoption until we are sure she is not pregnant.    **Lady is not pregnant!  She is ready to go to her new forever home now!**

**Lady has found her new furever home at Chin Care with Sally.  She has also been given a new name (Lilly) and is living with Lavender (formerly known as Penelope--See 7 Neglected Chins) .  She left on August 16, 2006 to go spend her life with the other girls at Sally's wonderful house!!

Squeak (Houdini)

Squeak came to ForCHINate Chins along with his mom (Lady), his dad (Gizmo), and his brother (Nibbles).   Their owner is moving back home, and her parents don't have the space for the chins, they were also afraid that the dog wouldn't do well with them.  Squeak loves to play outside of his cage, and loves rolled oats, and apple sticks!  He has tons of energy and gets along great with his brother, they love to play together!  Squeak's date of birth was May 21, 2005.

**Squeak was adopted on August 21, 2005, and is now living with his new friend and cagemate Moses!  They get along great and have become the best of friends.

**Update:  Squeak and Moses have come back to ForCHINate Chins due to family problems.  They arrived on February 5, 2007 and were adopted almost immediately!  They went to their new furever home on March 5, 2007!  Pics of the boys all grown up are coming soon!!

Gizmo

Gizmo came to ForCHINate Chins along with Lady, and their babies (Squeak and Nibbles).  Their owner was moving back home, and her parents didn't have the space for the chins, they were also afraid that the dog wouldn't do well with them.  Gizmo is a loving boy and will follow you around during his out of the cage play time.  He loves shredded wheat, rose hips, and of course....raisins!  Gizmo is believed to be approximately 1 year old.

**Gizmo was adopted on September 21, 2005 along with his son, Nibbles.  They will be spending the rest of their lives together as father and son getting spoiled (as all chins should be) in the Akron Zoo's animal enrichment program!

Nibbles (George)

Nibbles came to ForCHINate Chins along with his mom (Lady), his dad (Gizmo) and his brother (Squeak).   Their owner is moving back home, and her parents don't have the space for the chins, they were also afraid that the dog wouldn't do well with them.  Nibbles loves to play outside of his cage with his brother, and he loves apple sticks and rolled oats!  He is a cutie!!!  Nibbles' date of birth was May 21, 2005.

**Nibbles was adopted on September 21. 2005 along with his father, Gizmo.  They will be spending the rest of their lives together as father and son getting spoiled (as all chins should be) in the Akron Zoo's animal enrichment program!

Winter and Grey Girl

Winter (Winnie) and Grey Girl (GiGi) came in along with Ash and Isabell because their previous owner had cats and they just didn't get along.  Their previous owner actually rescued them herself after they had been dumped at a construction site in her area.  Winnie and GiGi are a great pair, love being together, and  will do just about anything to get a piece of shredded wheat! Their favorite thing to do during their outside of the cage time to to take long dust baths!  In the pictures below, Winter is on the left, and Grey Girl is on the right.  Beige chins do have red eyes, though I did my best at correcting the picture so they are not so distinct!

**Winter and Grey Girl were adopted on November 15, 2005 by a wonderful family that will take care of them forever!  They are having a great time in their new cage, and especially on their new wheel.  They too, are being spoiled as every chin should be!!

Sancho and Roo

Sancho and Roo came to ForCHINate Chins from the coordinator of the PHFR (Pet Homes For Ranchies), or they would have otherwise been pelted (killed for their fur).  These 2 boys are sweet hearts considering they have had limited human interaction.  We are working with them every day and they are becoming more and more social.  They are quite curious of their new surroundings, and are starting to look for attention when we are near.  The boys also will take treats from us now, so they are becoming more trustworthy of humans.  They also don't mind being held for short amounts of time.  Every day that they are here, they become less scared of humans and more and more willing to interact!  In the pictures below, Sancho is on the left, and Roo is on the right.  **With a couple months of lots of love and attention, Sancho and Roo are doing very good!  They are so much fun to play with and Roo loves being held.   They both look forward to play time and their nightly shredded wheat!**

**Sancho and Roo were adopted on January 3, 2006 and are having a great time in their new home where they are loved as much as they were here!!

Mickey and Jerry

Mickey and Jerry came to ForCHINate Chins from the coordinator of the PHFR (Pet Homes For Ranchies), or they would have otherwise been pelted (killed for their fur).  Mickey and Jerry are quite social considering they haven't had much human interaction in their lives.  Neither of the boys mind being held, and they both will take treats from our hands.  Mickey has began to come to the corner of his cage when we come in to their room to give out treats and wants his head rubbed.  Jerry Loves his wooden house and likes to spend time inside of it looking out through the "skylight"  Both of these boys are just so pretty and get along great together.  With each day that passes, these boys are becoming more and more trusting of humans!  In the picture below, Mickey is on the left, and Jerry is on the right.  **These two beautiful boys are so fun to watch play!  Mickey is the leader and Jerry follows.  They both love their wheel, out of cage play time, and of course, dustbaths!!**

**Mickey and Jerry were adopted on January 3, 2006 and now are in a very loving forever home where they are having a wonderful time, they are missed by us dearly!!

Betsy

Betsy came to ForCHINate chins because her previous owner got a new dog that didn't get along with her.  They thought it would be best for her to come here to live so she can play outside of her cage as she loves to do.  Betsy is 6 years old and has a great personality, she loves shredded wheat and runs to the corner of her new cage when she sees me coming with it.   Her favorite play time activities are dust baths, and more dustbaths!!

**Betsy has been adopted, and she now has a new friend named Ixee.  They get along like they have been together since day one and are having a great time together!!  The spelling of her name has been changed to Betsee.

Ash and Isabell

Ash and Isabell came to ForCHINate Chins along with Winter (Winnie) and Grey Girl (Gi Gi) because their previous owner had cats and they just didn't get along, so she thought it would be best to bring them here.  Ash and Isabell are both standard grey females, they came in as a pair and they just get along great.  They both love to run outside of their cage, and they especially love rose hips and shredded wheat!  They would like to be adopted as a pair, considering they have been together so long and get along so well.  Both girls love to have their heads rubbed, and when they see someone coming to the cage they scurry over to get petted and beg for treats!  In the pictures below, Ash is on the Left, Ash and Isabell are in the middle (Ash on top of Isabell) and Isabell is on the right.   Both girls are believed to be approximately 1 year old.

**Ash and Isabell were adopted on April 20, 2006.  I am sure they are going to love all the attention they will be getting in their new home in Pennsylvania!

Rico & Buddy

Rico and Buddy came to ForCHINate Chins because their owner no longer had the time to give them that they deserve, as a result of the lack of time being spent with them, they began to fur chew (this is a nervous habit such as humans chewing their fingernails).  They are now getting tons of attention and it seems as though their fur is starting to grow back.   These boys are by no means shy!!!  They are very lovable and love to be scratched on their chins.   And, of course they love shredded wheat too!!   Rico is a Standard Grey (pic on left) and Buddy (pic on right) is an Ebony.

**Rico and Buddy were adopted on April 28, 2006 and are now being spoiled in their new mansion like every chin should be!  The attention they are getting in their new home is helping them to stop their fur chewing habit and their fur is growing back wonderfully.  They were only here a short time, but we do miss them. 

Chupa & Cheech

Chupa and Cheech came to ForCHINate Chins in February of 2006 because their owner was allergic to their dust, she did all she could, but decided it would be best for them to come here where they can get the attention that they need and deserve.

Cheech

Cheech came to ForCHINate Chins along with Chupa, he was a little rough around the edges since he was not able to take regular dust baths, he was pretty matted and was in dire need of a wet bath (scary for a chin) as well as matts cut out of his fur, as you can tell by the before and after pictures (before is on the Left, after on the right) he is doing much better with every day that passes.

**Cheech is now in Michigan with Sally, the coordinator of the PHFR (Pet Homes for Ranchies).  Sally took Cheech in temporarily and fell in love with him, so he will spend the remainder of his years in her loving care.  He looks better every day!!

Chupa

Chupa had taken the lack of dustbaths a little better than Cheech and she is doing very good!  She is such a sweet girl and loves her shredded wheat every night (she waits for it).  She is really coming around and is starting to like to be petted.  She needs a furever home where she will be loved and given the attention she needs!

**Chupa was adopted on September 24, 2006 and is now in a loving home where she will get all the attention she wants!!

Butterball

Butterball came to ForCHINate Chins because his previous owner did not have the time or space for him.   He is a very sweet boy and loves his new big cage he is in now.  He loves being petted and is very cute!!  Butterball is approximately 4 years old.

7 Neglected Chins!!

These 7 chins came to ForCHINate Chins on April 23,  2006 after they had been rescued by a responsible and caring chin owner who wanted to get them out of the horrible situation they were in, but could not keep them herself.  We took these beautiful 7 bonded chins in and they are doing wonderfully!!   They had no names, so we tried to match their personalities and faces to names that fit them.  The males and females were all housed together in the same cages, so we separated them by sex as soon as they got here but there is a possibility that the girls are pregnant, so they will remain here until we know for sure.  If any of the girls are pregnant, they will have their babies here and they will be available for adoption once they are ready to leave their mommies.    We believe that all 7 chins are between the ages of 2 and 4.

The Girls...

Zoe & Penelope

Zoe and Penelope are two very sweet girls!!!  Zoe is on the Left and Penelope is on the right.

**Zoe & Penelope went to CHINtuition (a chinchilla rescue in Michigan) on August 16, 2006 to await their new forever homes.  I will update any information as soon as it is received!

**Zoe & Penelope are doing great at CHINtuition and have new names!  They are now Agnes & Lavender.

Arya

Arya loves to get her nightly shredded wheat, and she wants it now, LOL!!

**Arya was adopted on June 22, 2006.  She now has a friend named Candy, they don't live in the same cage because they didn't get along as good at home as they did here, but they can talk to each other from afar!!

Madeline

**Madeline came to us with tumors on her belly, we believe that they were from being bred so many times, she has seen a vet and they said it was not life threatening.  Madeline went to Michigan with Sally from the PHFR to get a second opinion from a vet there and is doing well.  I'll update on Madeline as I get info about her and I will add a pic of her as soon as I get one!

***Madeline is doing great!  Sally has decided to keep her, so she is now in her furever home!!

Pic coming soon!!!

The Boys

Diego, Buster & Pokey

Diego, Buster and Pokey came to us with the 4 girls on the new rescues page, they now have a clean bill of health and are ready for forever homes.  These boys are exceptionally sweet and gentle and we love having them here.  In the pictures below, Diego is on the left, Buster is in the middle, and pokey is on the right.

**Diego, Buster, & Pokey were adopted on September 23, 2006 and are now living happily in a huge chinchilla mansion in West Virginia!!

Sneaker & Loafer

Sneaker and Loafer came to ForCHINate Chins on approximately May 16, 2006 from the Cleveland APL (Animal Protection League).  They wanted to ensure that they went to a good home and felt that we could do just that for them.  Sneaker is female (she is spayed), and Loafer is male (he is neutered).  They are a bonded pair and love each other very much.   Sneaker and Loafer are both Black Velvets.  In the pictures below, Sneaker is on the left and Loafer is on the right.

  *Sneaker and Loafer were adopted on August 18, 2006 and are living happily together!!

Cassie (Casey)

Cassie (Casey) came to ForCHINate Chins on September 5, 2006.  He was taken out of a bad situation by a local Guinea Pig Rescue who was not able to keep him herself.  She contacted me and we now have him here.  He is a bit skittish, but very lovable, and with a little time, I really think he is going to be a very affectionate little boy!  He is believed to be about 4 years old and is in great health. 

Casey has found his furever home here with us!!  He got along so well with our chin, Smokey that we could never split them up!  They now live happily together here....forever!!

  Charlie, Ollie & Babies (Skitter & Skatter)

Charlie and Ollie came to ForCHINate Chins on June 8, 2006.  Their previous owner (a 4 year old little girl who loved them very much) turned out to be severely allergic to them and just couldn't handle it anymore, so her grandma decided it would be best for them to come here with all the other chins!  Charlie and Ollie were from a pet store who told them that they were both males, but it turns out that Charlie is a Female and of course she could be pregnant since they were living together in the same cage.  We will keep her here until we are sure she that she is or is not pregnant, if she is, she will have her babies here and they will be available for adoption once they are ready to leave their mommy.   Their birthday's are believed to be November 5, 2005.  In the Pictures below, Charlie is on the left, and Ollie is on the right.

 ****Update****   Charlie was indeed pregnant!!  She delivered 2 female kits on July 24, 2006.   Their weights were 36 grams and 47 grams at birth.  They are gaining weight like champs (as of August 8, 2006 they weighed in at 90 grams & 102 grams and are doing wonderfully!  These girls will make someone great pets when they are old enough to go to furever homes!!  Here are a couple pics of them at 1 day old:   Baby 1 is on the left (the larger of the two) and baby 2 is on the right!  I am trying to fit names to their personalities, so as soon as I come up with 2 names that fit, I will post them!  Charlie and her babies will remain here until the babies are weaned and ready to go on their own, then all three will be made available for adoption.

****Update**** As of September 13, 2006 the kits weights are 237g and 285g, they are big girls now!!  They also have names!  I have named them Skitter & Skatter!  The first two pictures are of Skitter and the second two pictures are of Skatter

**Charlie, Ollie, Skitter & Skatter were adopted on September 24, 2006 and are now living happy together (Ollie in a separate cage, of course) with their new mommy!!      

Whiskers

Whiskers came to ForCHINate Chins in August of 2005 from the coordinator of the PHFR (Pet Homes For Ranchies) or he would have otherwise been pelted (killed for his fur).  He got his name because when he got here, he had very little left of his whiskers (they were chewed off by his cage mate, but they have since grown back!  Whiskers loves running on his wheel and sleeping in his hammock. 

**Whiskers was adopted on September 29, 2006 and is now living in his new home with his new friend Bloo!  I'm sure they will have a wonderful time together!

4 Kits Whose Mommy Died

(Mickey, Minnie, Donald and Daisey)

These 4 cute little kits came to ForCHINate Chins on September 29, 2006, unfortunately, their mommy died a few weeks earlier.  Their owner purchased the Mother chin and did now know, and was not told that she may be pregnant, then one day she went to play with her chin and WOW, there were 4 little babies running around the cage!  When the kits were about 5 weeks old, their mom died unexpectantly, leaving these cute little babies alone and in need of care.   It was a very hard decision for their owner to make to bring them here, but ultimately she decided it would be best for them.  There are 2 beige kits (a male and a female) and 2 standard grey kits (a male and a female).  Their weights as of October 2, 2006 (their 8 week birthday)  were: Beige male: 148g, Beige female: 161g, Standard male: 172g, and Standard female: 147 g.  They are a bit on the small side, but we'll get them caught up to where they should be in no time!! 

**All 4 kits now have homes!!  Mickey & Donald (adopted on October 21, 2006) are living in Columbus with their proud new Mommy and Daddy, and Daisey & Minnie (adopted on October 29, 2006) are living in Cincinnati!

Chica

Chica came to ForCHINate chins on January 4, 2006 because her family did not have the time to give her the attention she needed, so they felt it was best for her to come here so she could have her play time as well as interaction with other chinchillas.  She was taken in by them when a neighbor moved and could not take her with them, they love her very much and just want the best for her!   She is a very curious chin and loves to take dust baths all the time, in fact, if we kept a bath in her cage, I don't think she'd ever get out of it.  She is a very sweet girl and deserves a home that will love her as much as her previous family did.   Chica was a fur chewer (she has chew spots on her hind legs) but since she has been here, she has stopped and her fur is now growing back!!!!  Chica is approximately 5 1/2 years old.

**Chica was adopted on November 1, 2006 and is now living with her forever friend!  She will be spoiled rotten and has a very loving home!!

Rocco

Rocco came to ForCHINate Chins on October 28, 2006.  He is a Mosaic Chin from West Virginia and is a very sweet boy!  We love having him here and he has caught onto our routine quite quickly!   Rocco must have a wheel when he is adopted...he absolutely loves running on the wheel we made for him!!  (Pic coming soon!!)

**Rocco was adopted on November 20, 2006 and is now having a great time in his new home!

Prescious, Sugar Pie, & Crazy

Prescious, Sugar Pie, and Crazy came to ForCHINate Chins on June 3, 2006.  They were living in a classroom and the teacher was laid off and could not take care of them at home, so she thought it would be best for them to come to stay with us until a forever home for the three of them is found (we'd like to keep them together as they are bonded).  The girls are sweet and funny and LOVE to hop and jump on their ledges!!  In the pictures below, Prescious is on the left, Sugar pie is in the middle, and Crazy is on the right.   Aren't these girls beautiful!!!!

Chinchi

Chinchi came to ForCHINate Chins on December 5, 2006 from the Cleveland APL, he is approximately 3 years old.  He was surrendered to them because the previous owners said he is too hard to take care of.  Chinchi is in pretty bad shape and is a severe neglect/abuse case, we believe he has malocclusion and will be taking him to the vet for x-rays to confirm.   We pray that Chinchi does not have malo, but it seems that is the case.....please send out prayers to Chinchi and wish him luck at his vet visit!!!!!!

**Update:  Sadly, Chinchi did have Malocclusion and he didn't make it.  He passed on December 9, 2006.  Though he was only here a short time, he will be missed dearly.

Betsee & Ixee

Betsee and Ixee came to ForCHINate Chins on November 12, 2006 because their owner could no longer care for them due to family reasons.  Betsee and Ixee are very friendly and outgoing and will make someone great pets!!  Betsee is approximately 7 years old and Ixee is believed to be 3 years old.  (Pics Coming Soon!!)

**Betsee & Ixee were transferred to Wisconsin Chinchilla Rescue where they will be staying till they find a new home!

Jasmine

Jasmine came to ForCHINate Chins on October 28, 2006.  She is a Standard Grey and is originally from Pennsylvania and has made a long journey to Ohio along with Rocco and Dusty.  Jasmine is blind in her left eye (genetic defect), but she doesn't let that stop her!  She is a very friendly chin and deserves a great home!!  (Pic Coming Soon!!)

**Jasmine was transferred to Wisconsin Chinchilla Rescue where she will be living until she finds a furever home!

Willow

Willow came to ForCHINate Chins on August 19, 2006.  She is a standard grey female and is approximately 7 years old.  She is a little shy at first, but once she gets to know you....watch out.  She loves her out of the cage play time and has grown quite fond of treat time...she runs around in her cage until she gets her shredded wheat every night!   Willow needs a great furever home where she will be loved and treated as if she is part of the family!! 

**Willow was transferred to Wisconsin Chinchilla Rescue where she will be staying while she awaits her new furever home!!

Princess

Princess came to ForCHINate Chins on September 30, 2006 along with Cheel.  This little girl is just as sweet as can be.  She loves having her chin scratched and has caught onto treat time faster than any other newbie here!!  Princess is about 1 year old. 

**Princess was transferred to Wisconsin Chinchilla Rescue where she will be living happily while she awaits a furever home!

Tristan

Tristan came to ForCHINate Chins from the coordinator of the PHFR (Pet Homes For Ranchies), or he would have otherwise been pelted (killed for his fur).  He is a very loving boy, but is a little shy and needs to be in a home with someone who has lots of time to give him a lot of attention!  He loves his nightly shredded wheat and knows when it is treat time!!  Tristan has been making very good progress since coming here and we'd love to see him go to a great home!!!

*Tristan was adopted on January 29, 2007 and is now doing great in a one chin household!!!

Dusty

Dusty Came to ForCHINate Chins on October 28, 2006 along with Rocco and Jasmine.  He is a Mosaic Chin originally from Pennsylvania as well.  Dusty is also blind in his left eye (genetic defect).  He is a very curious little boy and loves attention!!  (Pic Coming Soon!!)

**Dusty was transferred to Wisconsin Chinchilla Rescue and is will soon have a furever home with his new friend Pete!!!

Pete

Pete came to ForCHINate Chins on October 20, 2006 from the coordinator of the PHFR (Pet Homes For Ranchies), or he would have otherwise been pelted (killed for his fur).   He is a 3 year old Standard Grey. Pete is having a great time here in his new cage and is enjoying all the new attention he is getting.  He will make someone a great pet!!  (Pic Coming Soon!!)

**Pete was transferred to Wisconsin Chinchilla Rescue and is awaiting a furever home along with his new cagemate, Dusty!!

Spaz & Groucho

Spaz and Groucho came to ForCHINate Chins from the coordinator of the PHFR (Pet Homes For Ranchies), or they would have otherwise been pelted (killed for their fur).    They are really fun boys and love being pet and getting their treats (shredded wheat every night).  The were not too keen on getting their pictures taken, but they did the best they could, look how cute these boys are!!!  Spaz is on the left, and Groucho is on the right.

**Spaz and Groucho have been transferred to Wisconsin Chinchilla Rescue and are now known as Zack (Groucho) and Zeppo (Spaz).

Waldo

Waldo came to ForCHINate Chins on June 10, 2006 along with his two sons Snowball & Avalanche.  He is a black velvet and is approximately 15 years old, yet surprisingly energetic!!.  Waldo has moved into his own cage (retirement LOL) and will be living with us here!

  Lukas, Ajido, Rolley, Yuki & Lia

Ajido, Lukas, Rolley, Yuki & Lia came to ForCHINate Chins on August 24, 2006 because their owners are making a long distance move and are unable to take them.  Yuki (beige female, 5 1/2 years old) and Lukas (violet male, 7 years old) are the parents of Rolley (standard male, 4 years old-born January 2002), Ajido (standard male, 2 1/2 years old-born April 2005), and Lia (beige female, 2 years old-born September 2004).  The chins were unable to take dustbaths due to an allergy, but they have gotten many here and their fur is starting to look beautiful again!  These guys are very friendly, especially Lukas.  In the pictures below, Lukas and Ajido are in  the first row (Lukas on the left, and Ajido on the right-they are cagemates), Yuki and Lia are the second row (Yuki on the left and in the second picture, Yuki is on the left, and Lia is on the right-these two are cagemates as well) and Rolley is the 3rd row (he is a single bachelor!!).

**Yuki & Lia were transferred to Wisconsin Chinchilla Rescue where they will live while awaiting a furever home!

**Lukas & Ajido were adopted on February 27, 2007 and are now living in Southern Ohio where they are having a great time!!

**Rolley was adopted on February 24, 2007 and is in a single chin home where he gets all the attention!!

  Starlight

Starlight came to ForCHINate Chins on July, 17, 2006.  This sweet little girl was dumped along with a rabbit in a nearby playground and somehow managed to survive severely hot and humid Cleveland summer temperatures for over 12 hours!  The people who found her didn't know what she was, they thought she was a rabbit as well,  but the lady's daughter was quick to tell them that she was indeed a chinchilla.  Hoping to find a home for her, she was left outside all day hiding under a slide.  Later that day, they went back for her and took her home (the rabbit had already found a loving home) with them.  After doing some research on chins (they had no idea that the heat and humidity could harm (even kill) her, the lady brought her in the house and called the APL (Animal Protection League) the next morning and they referred her to us.   The family quickly fell in love with Starlight and would have loved to keep her, but their circumstances were not good at the moment (She was due to have a baby in the next couple weeks) so they brought her here!  After a few good dustbaths, food, hay, and water, she is doing great and looks wonderful.   She is such a sweetheart and likes to be petted.  She is getting used to her new surroundings and looks forward to treat time!.  Starlight got her name from the little girl, she thought it would be a good name for her since they took her in at night and all the stars were out.   Since we have no history on Starlight and have no way of finding out, we will keep a close eye on her (just like the other chins that come in) for at least 30 days, then she will be made available for adoption.  We also have no age for her, but I'm guessing around 2 or 3 years old.  Starlight's pic is below--Just look how cute!!!  Update:   Starlight is an absolute doll and loves to just sit on our lap and watch TV!!

**Starlight was adopted on March 2, 2007 and is now living in New York in her happy new home!!

Yoshi & Paco

Yoshi and Paco came to ForCHINate Chins in July of 2005 from the coordinator of the PHFR (Pet Homes For Ranchies), or they would have otherwise been pelted (killed for their fur).  These 2 boys are just beautiful and considering they have had limited human interaction, they are sweethearts.  We are working with them every day and they are becoming more and more social.  They are curious of their new surroundings and just love their new cage.  Yoshi is very protective over Paco, and they get along very well.  They both will now accept treats from our hands which means they are becoming trustworthy of humans.  Neither of the boys mind being held, and they both love to be scratched behind their ears!  They are becoming more and more friendly every day that they are here!  In the picture below, Yoshi is on the left, and Paco is on the right.   **Yoshi and Paco's personalities have now come out!  They are quite the characters!!  These are two very curious chins who love to run on their flying saucer, and, of course outside of the cage!**

**Yoshi & Paco were adopted on March 3, 2007 and are now living in Pennsylvania.  They met a new friend and we're hoping that the 3 boys will all get along!!

Nicky

Nicky came to ForCHINate Chins on January 12, 2007.  He is a standard Male who is approximately 5 years old.   It was a very hard decision for his family to make, but they feel it is best for Nicky to come to us and find a new furever home because their dog just does not get along with him. 

**Nicky was adopted on March 3, 2007 and is now living in New York and is having a great time!!

Chip & Dale

Chip & Dale came to ForCHINate Chins on October 20, 2006 from the coordinator of the PHFR (Pet Homes For Ranchies), or they would have otherwise been pelted (killed for their fur).    Chip is a Tan born on June 4, 2002 and Dale is a Black Velvet born on June 10, 2004.  They are very friendly little boys and very bonded as well!  In the pictures below, Chip is on the left, Chip & Dale are together in the middle and Dale is on the right.

**Chip & Dale were adopted on March 3, 2007 and are living nearby where they now have a great home and are very loved!

Snowball & Avalanche

Snowball and Avalanche came to ForCHINate Chins on June 10, 2006.  They were planning on staying here until their father, Waldo passed away, but we removed Waldo from his son's cage because they were not getting along with him anymore.  These two boys are very energetic and love to run, they also know when treat time is and will not let you forget!!  These guys will need to go to a home without other chins or be kept away from any other chins because seeing other chins causes them to fight between themselves.  Snowball is a pink white and Avalanche is a mosaic.  Snowball is on the left and Avalanche is on the right.

**Snowball and Avalanche have been separated because of a fight.

** Snowball  was adopted on March 10, 2007 and is now in a one chin only home where he will be spoiled and loved by the whole family!

**Avalanche was adopted on March 17, 2007 and is also living in a single chin home!

  Freckles

Freckles came to ForCHINate Chins in August of 2005 because his previous owners did not have the time to give him that he needed.  He is a fun boy to play with and loves his wheel.  Freckles is approximately 1 1/2 years old, he loves to have his chin and tummy rubbed as he sits near the corner of his cage.  His favorite treats are shredded wheat and cheerio's.

**Freckles was adopted on March 31, 2007 and will now be in a one chin only home where he will get tons of attention....just the way he likes it!

Margo

Margo came to ForCHINate Chins on June 18, 2006 because her owners were no longer able to take care of her.   We are unsure of her age, but believe she is approximately 3 years old.  Margo is very active, but also loves to be petted, though getting her out of her cage is no easy task. 

Margo's personality has definitely come out!  She is a little sneaky and will do everything she can to try to get by us and run out of her cage when we are giving her hay and food!!  Margo needs an adoptive parent with patience, as she doesn't warm up to new people very fast, but with time, she is a sweetheart!!

**Margo was adopted on May 4, 2007.  She now has a new name "Mei Mei" and may very well be our most "ForCHINate Chin" yet.  Mei Mei's  new mommy and daddy wanted to add her to their family so much that they drove all the way up from Florida to get her!!   She is as spoiled as spoiled gets....just what every chin wants!!

Dusty & Pepper

Dusty & Pepper came to ForCHINate Chins on March 27, 2007.  Their previous owner had to move and there was just not enough space in the new place for the girls to get the exercise they need.  They are missed dearly by their previous parents!  These girls are absolute sweethearts and love to be scratched.  They have adjusted to their new surroundings very quickly and are having a great time here!  Dusty was born (approximately) in December of 2004, and Pepper (approximately) in August of 2005.   In the pictures below, Dusty is on the left, and Pepper is on the right.

**Dusty and Pepper were adopted on May 5, 2007.  They have a HUGE new cage and are living it up in their new home!

Elaine & Meko

Elaine & Meko came to ForCHINate Chins on February 5, 2007 along with Boo Boo & Cocoa, and Lisa and Rooney!  Their previous owner misses them dearly, but knew that giving them up was the right thing to do for them.  Elaine is a Black Velvet Female  born on April 14, 2003.  Meko is a Standard Male and has been neutered!  I will update on these two as their personalities come out! In the Pictures below, Elaine is on the left, and Meko is on the right.

***Elaine & Meko were adopted on April 14, 2007 (Elaine's Birthday!!)  They are now living in the same home as Starlight and are totally spoiled!!

Niko

Niko came to ForCHINate Chins on May 6, 2007.  He is a transfer from another rescue and was born in 2004.  He is a very sweet boy and absolutely loves his wheel!

***Niko was adopted on May 12, 2007.  He was the perfect match for a lonely chin that wanted a cage mate.   Niko is now living happily with Gizmo, his new furever friend!  Niko was adopted so fast, I wasn't able to get a pic of him, but I will ask for one from his new mommy and post it ASAP!

Cheech & Cutie

Cheech and Cutie came to ForCHINate Chins on May 6, 2007.  Cutie is a transfer from another rescue and Cheech was here before.  Cutie was born in July of 2005 and Cheech was born in 2003.   Cheech and Cutie got along so well, they were paired up and since Cheech is neutered, there is no chance for babies!  These two love to get out and run, they need someone that can give them lots of time and attention.  In the pictures below, Cheech is on the left and Cutie is on the right.

***Cheech and Cutie were adopted on June 26, 2007.  They are now in a home that will give them the attention that they love!

Daisy

Daisy came to ForCHINate Chins on May 15, 2007.  Her previous owners thought it would be best for her to find a new furever home as they no longer had the time/space to give her the life she deserves.   Daisy is approximately 10 years old and is a TOTAL LAP CHIN.  She loves to be pet and held too!  She is by far the largest chin we have ever had here tipping the scales at 946 grams!

***Daisy was adopted on June 27, 2007.  She is in a one chin only home and is getting the love and attention she deserves!

Missy & Cindy

Missy and Cindy came to ForCHINate Chins on May 6, 2007.  Missy is the mommy to Cindy and is approximately 6 1/2 years old.  Cindy is 1 1/2 years old.  Both girls are Standard Grey, but they are a very light grey, almost a silver color.  They are a beautiful mother/daughter pair!  The girls love attention and will make anyone great pets!!  In the picture below, Missy is on the left, and Cindy is on the right.

***Missy and Cindy were adopted on June 26, 2007 and are now in a loving furever home!

    Lisa & Rooney

Lisa & Rooney came to ForCHINate Chins on February 5, 2007 along with Elaine & Meko, and Boo Boo & Cocoa!   Their previous owner misses them dearly, but knew that giving them up was the right thing to do for them.  Lisa is a Standard Female, approximately 7 years old and has white pupils,  and Rooney is a standard male (he is neutered!) born on August 25, 2002. I will update on these two as their personalities come out!  In the pictures below, Lisa is on the left, and Rooney is on the right.

***Lisa and Rooney were transferred to Wisconsin Chinchilla Rescue on July 2, 2007

Smudge

Smudge came to ForCHINate Chins on October 28, 2006.  He is approximately 3 years old and is as sweet as can be!

***Smudge was adopted on June 16, 2007 and is now living in New York along with his other chinnie friends!

Lily & Lavender

Lily & Lavender came to ForCHINate Chins on May 18, 2007.  These two girls are quite the characters, but very loving as well!  In the pictures below, Lily is on the left and Lavender is on the right.

***Lily & Lavender were transferred to Wisconsin Chinchilla Rescue on July 2, 2007

Cheech (#2)

Cheech came to ForCHINate Chins on May 17, 2007.  Cheech is a standard grey and is approximately 10 years old.  He is a fur chewer (a nervous habit similar to nail biting in humans). 

***Cheech was transferred to Wisconsin Chinchilla Rescue on July 2, 2007

Cosmo & Cupid

Cosmo and Cupid came to ForCHINate Chins on May 17, 2007.  They are 8 month old beige males and brothers.   These boys are very friendly and are going to make great pets for the person that adopts them.  In the Picture below, Cupid is on the left and Cosmo is on the right.

***Cosmo & Cupid were adopted on July 10, 2007 and are now being spoiled rotten by their new mommy!!

Flower

Flower came to ForCHINate Chins on July 18, 2007.  Her chin mom had a very hard time letting her go, but she knew that it was the best thing to do for Flower.  Flower already had a home waiting upon arrival and after her 30 day stay, she went to live there with her new friend!  Flower is a Beige.

Bruno

Bruno came to ForCHINate Chins on May 18, 2007 from New Jersey.  When Bruno got here, he had ringworm.   We treated the ringworm until it was totally gone.   A friend of mine stayed the weekend and fell in love with him, so she adopted him and his new furever home is now in Michigan.  (will post pictures as soon as she sends me some)

Oscar & Sweat Pea

Oscar and Sweat pea came to ForCHINate Chins on May 20, 2007  because their former owner was looking for a new home for them and I offered to help her out.  These two boys are just as sweet as can be and will make great pets for someone.  Sweat pea  (a standard grey) is approximately 4 years old and Oscar (an Ebony) is approximately 1 year old.  In the Pictures below, Sweat Pea is on the left and Oscar is on the right.

Chester, Snowflake & Ginger

Chester, Snowflake, and Ginger came to ForCHINate Chins on May 17, 2007.   Chester is a neutered standard grey male, Snowflake is a Beige female, and Ginger is a standard grey female who loves to climb on your shoulder but doesn't love to be picked up. These three chins have been living together for 5 years and can not be separated due to the fact that when the previous owners tried to separate Chester from the girls, he got so depressed they almost lost him.  We don't know their exact ages, but we believe them all to be approximately 6 years old.  In the pictures below, Chester is on the left, Snowflake in the middle and Ginger on the right.           

The trio were adopted on September 2, 2007 and are now being spoiled rotten with their new mommy :)

Chili

Chili Came to ForCHINate Chins on August 22, 2007.  Chili is a 10 year old Standard Grey.  He was transferred to Chin Care on August 5, 2007.  Pics coming soon :

Tequie

Tequie came to ForCHINate Chins on August 16, 2007.  He is a standard grey and was born on September 3, 2005.  He came to us because his previous owner had a new baby and did not have the time to give him that he needed.

**Tequie was adopted on September 14, 2007.  He stole the heart of his new mommy and is now living in a wonderful furever home.

Snowball

Snowball came back to ForCHINate Chins on July 10, 2007.  He had been here before and was adopted, but changes in the family make them decide to bring him back.  Snowball is a sweet chin and loves to try to escape from his cage.  He should only go to a one chin only home or the new owners should have a separate cage for him...Snowball likes people, but not other chins!

**Snowball was adopted on September 16, 2007 and is now living in Michigan where he will be spoiled rotten!

Pitter & Patter

Pitter and Patter came to ForCHINate Chins on July 27 2007 and were 8 weeks old at the time. They were a surprise litter from their parents who were believed to be two males. The Mommy and Daddy chin are still in the home, but the owners felt it would be best to give up the kits and keep Mom and Dad separate. I have name the kits Pitter (Standard grey female) and Patter(Standard grey male).  In the pictures below, Pitter is on the left and Patter is on the right.

**Patter was adopted on October 14, 2007 and is now living with his cagemate Cervantes in Pennsylvania:)

** Pitter was adopted on September 5, 2007.  Her name is now Pebbles and she is living with her new cagemate Sassy.

Cheel

Cheel came to ForCHINate Chins on September 30, 2006 along with Princess.  Cheel had an pretty bad injury to his foot and all the pads as well as a toe are missing.  He is a very sweet boy despite the injury!  He went to see the vet and was given a shot of an antibiotic and powder to sprinkle on his wound.  It is now 3 days later and he is recovering well!   He is about 5 years old.  Isn't he a cutie!    **UPDATE:   Cheel's foot is now completely healed and he is ready for a furever home where he will be loved!!

**Cheel moved to his new home on October 6, 2007.  He moved all the way to Florida!!!  We're so happy that Cheel is getting a great furever home!  He deserves one!

  Jack

Jack came to ForCHINate Chins on September 15, 2007.  Jack is approximately 1 year old and is a Mosaic.   His previous owner did not have the time to take care of him anymore so she felt it would be best to bring him here so we could find him a good forever home where he will get all the attention he needs. (pics coming soon)

**Jack was adopted on October 21, 2007.  He is living with the same family that adopted Cosmo & Cupid!  

Manny

Manny came to ForCHINate Chins on September 17, 2007.  He is approximately 5 months old and is a Black Velvet.    Manny's previous owners did not have the time for him anymore and felt it was best to let us find him a furever home. 

**Manny was adopted on October 10, 2007, we let him go a few days earlier because he was in great health and he found the perfect family!  He is now being spoiled rotten by his new mommy!!

**Manny is now named "Squirt"

Gizmo

Gizmo came to ForCHINate Chins on September 29, 2007.  His owner was no longer able to take care of him, her brother tried for a while but felt it would be best for him to come here and let us find him a forever home!  Gizmo is a standard grey and is quite a large boy!  I do not have much information on him right now, but as soon as I have some, I'll post it.   He is a very loving chin!

**RIP Gizmo.....Gizmo passed away on October 15, 2007.  We believe it was from liver failure.  He touched our hearts in the time that he spent with us and will not be forgotten!

Sunny

Sunny came to ForCHINate Chins on July 4, 2007.  He is a standard grey male and is approximately 1 year old.   He is still scared of his new surroundings, but is starting to adjust very well!   He is a little camera shy!

**Sunny was adopted on October 21, 2007 and is now living in New York with the same family that adopted Starlight and Smudge!

Freckles and Bandit

Bandit came to ForCHINate Chins on May 18, 2007 from New Jersey.  Freckles has been with us before but came back.  We decided to try to pair these boys up and it worked out great, they get along wonderfully and their personalities are totally different now (very loving and playful).  Freckles is approximately 3 years old and is a Beige, and Bandit is approximately 1 year old and is a Standard Grey.  In the pictures below, Freckles is on the left and Bandit is on the right.  

**Freckles and Bandit were adopted by a couple that lives relatively nearby.   They are now living in their new home enjoying being spoiled rotten!!

Ham Sandwich (Aka: Hammy)

Hammy came to ForCHINate Chins on May 10, 2007.  He is a standard grey male and is approximately 3 years old.   Hammy loves chin scritches and play time!  He also loves to eat...hence the name LOL  Hammy will make someone very happy when he is adopted!

**Hammy was adopted by a couple that live VERY near by :)  He is being spoiled along with his new friend!!

Shadow

Shadow came to ForCHINate Chins on May 17. 2007.  She is approximately 3 years old and is a standard grey.  Shadow is quite loving and will make someone a great pet!   Shadow loves to run on her flying saucer!

**Shadow was adopted on Feb 3, 2008 and is now living in the lap of luxury with awesome chin parents!!

  Bailey & Cedric

Bailey & Cedric came to ForCHINate Chins on September 7, 2007.  They came a long way from Philadelphia, PA!  Their previous Chin Mom's work schedule was just too much for her to be able to give them the time and attention they needed, so she thought it would be best to bring them here so they could find a great furever home!  Cedric is a Tan Born in October of 2005, and Bailey is a White Ebony (Mosaic) born on May 18, 2006.  In the Pictures below, Bailey is on the left and Cedric is on the right.

**Bailey & Cedric were adopted on Feb 2, 2008 and are now living nearby with a great chin mom getting spoiled...just the way they like it!!!

Rocky

Rocky came to ForCHINate Chins on September 23, 2007.  He is a Standard Grey and is approximately 7 years old.   His owners allergies made it impossible to keep him.  They were broken hearted to give him up, but knew that we could find him a great home where he'll have all the love he deserves! 

Six Pack & Bella

Six Pack came to ForCHINate Chins on November 16, 2007.  Her previous owners new room mate did not like having pets in the house so he decided to let us find her a forever home.  She is approximately 5-6 years old and is a Standard Grey.  Bella came to ForCHINate Chins on January 20, 2008.  She was 4 months old at the time and quite lonely, yet cute as a button!  Six Pack had seemed lonely for a while so we tried pairing the two up and it worked out VERY WELL.  They bonded instantly and will now live happily ever after in their new home.  In the pics below, Six Pack is on the left and Bella is on the Right.

Orphy & Bickie

Orphie and Bickie came to ForCHINate Chins on April 29, 2007.  Their former owner wasn't able to give them time anymore and thought they would do much better finding a new home.  Orphy is a Standard Male approximately 6 years old, and Bickie is a Beige male approximately 5 years old.  These boys love attention and already know when treat time is!  In the picture below, Orphy is on the left and Bickie is on the right.

**Orphie and Bickie were adopted on February 16, 2008 and are very happy to be in a Furever Home!!

Chili & Houdini (Houdi)

Chili and Houdini came to ForCHINate Chins on April 29, 2007.  Their former owner was no longer able to give them the time they needed and  felt it was best for them to come here and find a new furever home.  Houdi (born in (approximately) May of 2004) is the larger of the two boys.  The boys were separated upon arrival due to fighting.  Chili (born in (approximately) April of 2003) is recovering from his "chinjuries" and will be available for adoption only after he has completely healed.  They are both sweet chins and like attention.  The picture below is Houdi.  Sadly, Chili passed away due to complications from Malocclusion on June 4, 2007.

Lightening & Dash (Aka 04 & 02)

Lightening and Dash came to ForCHINate Chins on May 17, 2007 from the coordinator of Matilde's Mission.  (Matilde's Mission is a non-profit organization that rescues chinchillas that would have been pelted for their fur).  Lightening was born in 2004 and Dash was born in 2002.  They are both standard Grey's and are very fast...hence the names LOL.  In the pictures below, Lightening is on the left and Dash is on the right.

Boog (Abandoned Baby)

This little girl came to ForCHINate Chins on March 19, 2008.  She was found outside a dorm room in a college town in Southern Ohio.  Luckily the girl that found her cared enough to find a place for her.  She is no more than 4 months old and is a standard grey.  We are watching her closely and she seems to be in very good health. 

**Boog was adopted on April 5, 2008 and is now living it up in a big cage and entertaining her new found family! (will post pictures soon)

Capri & Kiki

Capri & Kiki came to ForCHINate Chins on January, 3, 2008.  They are both standard gray chins and are sisters.  These girls LOVE attention and always want to be petted!  They do have a fur chewing habit, but with a lot of attention and good care they will most likely stop.   Their birthday is May 6, 2004.   In the pictures below, Capri is on the left and Kiki is on the right.

**Capri and Kiki were adopted on April 14, 2008 and are now living in the lap of luxury with their awesome chim mom!!

Speedy, Stumpy & Cash (AKA: 96, 96, & 01)

Speedy, Stumpy & Cash came to ForCHINate Chins on May 17, 2007 from the Coordinator of Matilde's mission.  Matilde's mission rescues chinchillas that would have been pelted for their fur and helps them find furever homes.  Speedy was born in 1996 and likes attention as well as his nightly shredded wheat. He will need to go to a one chin only home or have his own cage with whom ever adopts him (picture of Speedy is on the left).  Stumpy was also born in 1996.   We named him Stumpy because he did not have a tail.  Sadly, Stumpy passed away on June 17, 2007 (RIP little Stumpy, we loved you!) his picture is on the right.   Cash was born in 2001 and went to his furever home on May 24, 2007 (will post a picture as soon as one is available).     

**Speedy was adopted on March 28, 2008 and is having the time of his life in his new furever home in Pennsylvania!

Jeebs

Jeebs came to ForCHINate Chins on Jan 18, 2008.  He is a very social boy, but still a little scared of his new surroundings.  With a little time to adapt, he'll make a great pet!!  Jeebs is approximatetly 2 1/2 years old and is a standard gray.