Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue Inc
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July 15, 2010
As an animal lover I am proud to tell you of this wonderful and caring animal rescue. They care and maintenance of this facility is superb. All the the chin's in this shelter get terrific care and loving attention. I don't know how they do all they do. The screening process for placing the adoptive chin's is second to none. All the information provided by the owners is well thought out and honestly presented.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
serving on it's board of directors
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How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every six months
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
July 14, 2010
As a volunteer at the Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue, I assist in the maintenance of the rescue including making all of the wood products for the cages and ensuring that the chinchillas have a safe and clean environment. I have known Andrea for 20+ years and have found her to be extremely passionate related to the care of chinchillas. She has created and documented a wealth of knowledge from personal experiences and from spending countless hours researching all manners of documentation available. This is evident based on the breadth and wealth of chinchilla information that can be found on the rescue website. Her tremendous dedication to the well being of the chinchillas makes me want to continue volunteering and supporting the rescue.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
volunteering on a wwekly basis and observing the dedication of Andrea.
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How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
July 13, 2010
After my chin of 20 yrs passed on, I contacted Forever Feisty about adopting a chin. Andrea contacted me and we talked on the phone at length. She was full of information, positive changes in chins food, cages, health. She made great recommendations for a new cage and helped me order it. She was available and returned my calls/emails promptly. Andrea's concern/passion/dedication are for the chins and educating chin owners. She is patient, kind with great follow through. I purchase all my chin products through the rescue even though she gave other internet sites to view. The information Andrea provided and knowing that she is available to answer any questions or give any help is priceless. I highly recommend anyone who has a chin or considering adopting one contact Andrea and adopt through this rescue.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
helping me to become more knowledgeable and provide the best home for my chin.
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How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
One time
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
March 31, 2010
I am the proud "mom" of two chins that I adopted from Andrea and Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue Inc. You could tell from the application and phone interview that Andrea was cautious and very picky about who she would place her chins with. She let me know all the pros and all the cons of owning chinchillas. When I decided that I still wanted them, I visited with them first and was given a lesson on caring for chins. Before the chins arrived, Andrea sent me a list of all the supplies I would need as well as helpful websites. The best part is the follow up emails checking on the chins and trying to help answer any questions I might have.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
I appreciated Andrea's honesty about raising chinchillas. I also have piece of mind knowing that I can call or email her with any questions or problems I may have. Adopting chins from this rescue is not a one time event. It is a lifetime relationship!
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
Extremely dedicated to their rescue mission.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
One time
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
March 21, 2010
We coulnd't be happier with the newest additions to our family. I thought I knew about chinchillas, I read books, did research on the internet and talked to breeders. Not all the information or advice I got was good. After going through the adoption process with Andrea I know so much more about healthy eating, exercise, bonding and play. We now have two tan chins who are a joy.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
learning the best care for our new chins.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
so knowledgeable, friendly and caring.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
One time
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
September 29, 2009
We recently adopted 3 chinchillas from Forever Feisty. Andrea was amazing throughout the adoption process. She is very thorough in her education of families interested in adopting chinchillas. Her screening process includes an application as well as a phone interview. You can tell by just one conversation with her that she is passionate about her rescue. She took a lot of time trying to match the needs of my family with the personalities of the chinchillas. Andrea has been extensive in supplying us with resources on the care and keeping of our chinchillas. As my ten year old daughter said, "If it wasn't for Andrea, we wouldn't know what to do with our 3 chinchillas." Thanks to Andrea for a great experience!
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
Andrea's knowledge and passion in caring for chinchillas.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
One time
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
May 2, 2009
I have known Andrea for 20+ years-before she had found her 'calling'. I remember the thought she gave this new endeavor. Andrea never rushes into anything especially when it concerns animals. She always has the best of intentions. How the rescue has grown both amazes me and concerns me. I would like to think that all people think long and hard before bringing an animal into their lives, but for those that haven't, there is an excellent caring environment to place a chinchilla. The knowledge Andrea has is a blessing to those that need her. She will offer her time and experience, again for the benefit of the animals.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Grow and develop into a resource for chinchillas
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
The knowledge that people like Andrea are commited to the care of chinchillas
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
April 22, 2009
I remember the first Chin that the founder of Forever Feisty Chinchilla brought home. She had her own, tranquil, climate controlled room. Imagine the amazement to see this carried over into Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue. The rescue houses over 50 Chins, all pampered and addressed by name. The wooden living quarters contain all the necessary accoutrements for a healthy, playful life. In addition to the perfect climate and continued tranquil environment, the Chins have a separate play area for time outside of their living quarters. All of this accomplished with donations of both time and money along with the natural caring of Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue's founder. It is both an honor and a privilege to have been asked, and to serve as a board member of this generous organization.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
the eyes of the rescued chincillas.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
I would like to say thank you for opening my eyes to the needs, and rewards of this organization.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
seeing the lifes saved.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
devoted and caring, often at thier own expence.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
save all the chincillas and other creatures of this earth.
Ways to make it better...
time and money
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
March 25, 2009
I adopted a chin not too long ago from forever feisty that I found on the net. Right away Adrea showed that her main concern was the chins and that the people adopting should want what is very best for them. This is exactly what I hope all rescues are like because it is what they ought to be. I was impressed by her knowledge and intuition as well as her radiating love for every chinchilla she has. You could tell just by speaking to her on the phone that she would not have it any other way and these chins have a place in her heart. I had a wonderful experience adopting. It was easy, and I felt that Andrea prepared me as much as I needed. As soon as I am ready for another chin I will be back :)
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
my own life. Forever Feisty chins has inspired me to keep finding more ways to love these amazing creatures.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Do the very best I could to raise money and awareness for the org. and use it all for the chins.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
the friendly, knowledgeable experience
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
interpersonally very friendly and knowledgeable.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
rescue a ton of chinchillas that realllllly need to be rescued and rehome them where they belong.
Ways to make it better...
I lived closer to the rescue
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
the lack of support that nonprofits have
One thing I'd also say is that...
Forever feisty should get more donations and funding because they do awesome things
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
February 25, 2009
We adopted a five year old chinchilla from Forever Fiesty in July, 2008 and were very impressed with both Andrea, her knowledge of chins, the cleanliness of her facility, the thoroughness of her vetting process, her desire to ensure that the chins are placed with good homes, and her interest in making an ideal owner/chin match. At the time, my eight year old son had expressed an interest in owning a chinchilla. We contacted Andrea after going on PetFinder.com and filled out an extensive questionnaire. Andrea expressed concerns about my son's ability to properly care for the chin as well as how our other pets would interact with the chin. She discussed these concerns in great detail with both me and our references. Andrea provided us with a wealth of information regarding chins including housing, diet and exercise. We visited her facility to meet several chins which she felt might make a good match. I was amazed at how immaculate the facility was and was impressed by Andrea's obvious love for her animals. After agreeing on a match, Andrea brought the chin to our house to ensure that we had a proper set up and to help smooth the transition. She continues to be a source of information and to take an active interest in our chin's well being. I feel very fortunate that we adopted our chin from Andrea.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
the sense that I am dealing with an individual who is very knowledgable and passionate about chins. Andrea overriding concern is the welfare of her animals and her desire to place the animals in a good environment.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
wonderful! Full of knowledge and advice.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009