Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue Inc

I owned a pair of bonded male chins that were very well cared for but after nearly a year it became evident I wasn't able to give them the time they deserve. I contacted Forever Feisty after careful research. Forever Feisty drove hours to pick up the chins. The staff was great to work with. They secured the chins for transport. And headed on their way. We have since had a few updates as to how they are doing. Being able to check in on the little guys has made this process a little easier. This organization is reputable and dedicated.

Our family recently inherited 5 chinchillas from a friend who has gone into hospice and can no longer care for them. We cared for the chins for almost two months but because we have family members with severe allergies to rodents, we needed to find a good permanent home. We discovered Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue on the internet and were immediately intrigued, especially by the no-kill policy of this rescue and that the chins would not be sold for their pelts. We contacted Andrea at Forever Feisty and were quietly vetting her and the rescue. Andrea was exceptionally knowledgeable about chinchilla behavior and care. It was clear that she cares deeply for these fascinating critters. Not only was Andrea receptive to taking in our 5 chinchillas, but she also met my daughter half way between her home in Connecticut and ours in Rochester, New York. This was over and above what we expected. Andrea assessed that our chins had been well cared for and loved. She also refused to take any of our food or toys- needing to protect the other chins in her care from contamination. Andrea planned to quarantine our chins for a period to confirm they were healthy before introducing them to others in her care. Everything that Andrea said and did felt right to us and we had only a few tears saying good-bye to the sweet little guys. We were delighted to have found Andrea and Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue!!

We had rescued a chinchilla from a outside porch a few years ago and we thought we were helping her. We tried our best but after a couple of years she became ill as we were not aware of her medical issues and need of being hand fed. We made the hard choice to find her a place that had experience and give her the life she deserves While we were heartbroken we knew we were not knowledgeable enough or had enough for the expensive care she would need. We called the rescue and she came immediately from another state to fet her, she has been hand fed on pain meds and reunited with her fellow Chins. Instead of dieing a painful death she was given the life and care she deserves.She is so sweet we miss her so but having a place that tells us how she is doing makes the heart ache a little less. The woman who takes these situations on is a angle and exactly what the chins need. Please be very knowledgeable before taking on a chin as they are a very high maintenance animal. She saved our Bellas life and we are forever grateful.

I became familiar with Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue after my son’s chinchilla came to live with us. We needed supplies, and a google search led me to this wonderful rescue! Andrea is amazing, acting as a safe and trustworthy rescue and also selling wonderful items for the chinnies in your life! Our chinchilla loved Andrea’s chewable creations, all of which were carefully made with chinchilla safety in mind. And when we were no longer able to keep our adorable and loving pet, Andrea helped us find the perfect family for him - and arranged to pick him up at our house, both as a super convenience for us, and I suspect a chance to make sure he was well cared for! While I was devastated to part with him, I knew he would be safe and well loved, and I have Andrea and her Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue to thank for that. Thank you, Andrea!

Andrea is just amazing! Everything about this rescue is just so wonderful. Advice is offered, safe items can be bought really so reasonably. I am from the UK and I have often gone through Forever Feisty because the advice is advice I can really trust.

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Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue is truly an act of loving chinchillas. The love, sincere kindness and gentleness with which each of the rescues is done is inspiring for any animal lover. Andrea takes many steps to clarify and educate owners who are looking to rescue and possibly rehome their chins. Owners from all over the northeast and down along part of the east coast contact her for information and options to their life changes..ie, work and school changes, relationship/family changes, housing and/or economic changes. The chins that are being affected are foremost in Andreas's mind, so the solutions work out best for the chins...always for the chins! I volunteer occasionally to do rescue runs with her have seen the environment that they are being rescued from...and know the nurturing/healing environment that they will be coming home to...what joy for the chins! She watches them closely for a few days to make health determinations, has a vet who specializes in exotics, takes care of any hygiene/maintenance care they may need, and pays acute attention to nutritional needs. All of this is done with tenderness and constant "reassuring" conversation between Andrea and the new chin(s). She is a miracle worker and the closest thing to heaven these chins are going to see while on this earth!

Andrea is the most oassionate/compasdionate person I know! I talk often to her about her rescue and am amazed at sll the work she does and time she gives AND the pure LOVE she has for what she does. Chinchillas are her biggest love and,I have learned SO much about Chinchillas through her. IHIGHLY recommend Andreas nonprofit! You will not find a better person to rescue, love, or fight for Chinchillas rhan Andrea.

We adopted our sweet Rita from Andrea at Forever Fiesty Chinchilla Rescue. Andrea is very knowledgeable and we highly recommend your next adopted with her. We also love her chinchilla products in her online store. Thank you Andrea for always being available for our questions.

Andrea is committed to rescuing chinchillas and will go out of her way to do so. Her caring, compassionate and gentle nature make her a wonderful rescuer. I can highly recommend Forever Feisty to anyone who needs to rehome a chinchilla or is looking to adopt one.

Andrea is one of the kindest most thoughtful people I have had the pleasure of getting to know. I would trust her whole heartedly with any animal of mine. She is an amazing caregiver, nurturer and healer.

I adopted my girls Mabel & Buttons from FF. Andrea and co were lovely to work with from day one, and gave me all the information, tips and resources I needed to make sure the chins would be properly cared for. Andrea also kindly offered up herself as a friendly contact for any questions I might have after the adoption. The process was very smooth, and the girls were clearly very well cared for and in excellent health when they came to live with me (and remain so!). I’m so glad to have adopted these animals from such a humane and generous rescue, vs purchasing them from a pet store and supporting unethical, exotic animal sales. Highly recommend if you are either hoping to adopt a chinchilla, as well as the FF store if you are in need of fleeces, chews, treats, and other supplies for your chins. -Emily G.

“Patron Saint of Chinchillas”—that was the phrase that was going through my head as I drove to meet Andrea halfway between NYC and Northern Connecticut. After a family member passed away unexpectedly, I needed to re-home his beloved chinchilla. Using information from the Forever Feisty Chinchilla website, I tried to find a good match myself, but my time was limited. I needed to return to my home in Vermont and I didn’t have the capacity to take this sweet creature. Andrea went the extra mile. Though her rescue was full to capacity, she found a foster who became the adoptive family for Whiskers. I couldn’t have hoped for a more perfect outcome.
If you are considering adopting a chinchilla, look no further. If you want to donate to an animal organization that truly walks the walk, donate here. And if you want to get educated on all things chinchilla, this website is a gem. So much appreciation for all your good work!!

I donated approximately 106 chinchillas to Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue Inc in 2016 due to some medical issues in my family that needed attention that prevented me from caring for my chins on a daily basis. The owner of Forever Feisty was very accommodating and comforting when taking my chinchillas. I felt that the chinchillas would be going to a new home with committed chinchilla lovers.

This year I decided to retire from raising chinchillas after I turned 70 on June 30th. I contacted Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue Inc again and donated my remaining 108 chinchillas to them. I have seen the great work this organization does first-hand. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue Inc. to anyone with chinchillas in need of a new loving home for the long term.

Andrea coached me for roughly 2 years on how to properly love and acre for a Chinchilla, after my teenage daughter brought one home from a Pet Store. I had no idea what is a Chinchilla, and I certainly wasn't prepared to take care of one. With Andrea's guidance I was able to care for Blaze, and I fell in love with him. He took over our home! My daughter left for University across the country and I travel too much to give Blaze a good life. Andrea was so kind and caring in taking blaze in, and all of his many belongings. She could see how conflicted I was, but her professionalism and kind heartedness, made me believe I was doing the right thing by surrendering Blaze. I think I cried more dropping him off, then I did when my daughter left for college:-(. Andrea periodically shares updates and that makes me feel so good, because I know he is loved. Andrea's work is one of a kind, and we need more humans like her. Thank you Fiesty Forever Chins!~

The love and care of the Forever Feisty Chinchilla team was felt deeply from the first moment we were fortunate to interact with them. They put the care of the animals first, ensuring that families that rescue chins are prepared and right to give these adorable creatures their best lives. It started with a warm preliminary screening that set reasonable expectations while also ensuring we were equipped to give the chinchillas a good home.

After review and approval, we were matched with a family that needed to part with their two young chinchillas due to a move. We connected, spoke, and completed the adoption with ease. We are so grateful to Andrea and her team and can't recommend them enough if you're looking to adopt chinchillas.

We adopted 3 chinchillas- a mom and her 2 daughters - back in 2009 from Andrea at Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue. We unfortunately lost one of the daughters last year. Mom and second daughter are doing great even at ages 14 and 15. They are very independent but very sweet and love their dust baths and treats that follow. They have been a very important part of our family and we are very happy that we adopted them.

These guys go above and beyond to make sure every chinchilla is healthy, safe, and happy.

I had to find a new home for Fluffy, my little brothers chinchilla, my mother was just going to give her away to anyone but I knew that wasn’t the right thing to do so I insisted that I handled the situation myself. I did a ton of research to find someone who actually knows what they’re doing and found Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue.
It not only met all my criteria but exceeded them. Andrea genuinely cares about each individual chinchilla, and when she came to pick ours up you can immediately tell in the way she handles them that she not only knows what she’s doing but also that she really worries about these little guys.

It was really hard and heartbreaking having to let Fluffy go, but thanks to Andrea I know she’s in a better place, getting the care, attention, and love she deserves.

Thank you soo much for taking Noodles and being his angel ..

I am very grateful to Andrea and her husband. I was really sad to have to surrender my babies but my living conditions did not allow me to keep them anymore. Thank you so much for coming to pick them up and giving them a new home, I hope they are as loved with their new owners as they were with me. Andrea you are doing God's work for sure, thank you for taking on this and helping as many chins as you can, you are a wonderful person and I wish you the best on your mission to help the chinchillas of the world. ❤️

Forever Feisty Rescue really helped me and my family find a forever home for our chinchilla (Thumper). We obtained the chinchilla several years ago as a pet for our son but as he grew older and eventually went off to college, Thumper took a "back-seat" to everything else in life. We worked with Andrea to get our information out to her network and they were able to match us up with a person who would love and care for our chinchilla. It was an excellent match and Thumper now has a great home to enjoy. Thanks Andrea, we could not have done this without you!!!!

Andrea has been so wonderful! I emailed her very early in the morning very concerned about my sick chin and she called me very soon after! She was very knowledgeable and walked me through the steps of caring for and nursing my little love back to health! It’s been a long road seeing as how my chin is still sick due to antibiotics she is still taking! She is feeling better every day because of Andrea’s caring advice ❤️

We were connected with our new fuzzy baby through this incredible organization! Andrea is an absolute angel for all that she does. We reached out to her about rescuing since we rescued a chinchilla the summer prior and are familiar with them. They become so embedded into our hearts, and we have years to go full of love with our new addition! My son‘s sweet baby hamster passed away on Father’s Day, and it broke our hearts. We had already rescued one chinchilla, and his big heart wanted to do the same again. We connected with Andrea states apart, and we found a person surrendering their chinchilla. The communication, the kindness, and how incredible she made the whole experience seamless!

I recently adopted a sweet female chinchilla that I saw on the Feisty chinchilla rescue page. I had lost my boy back in February and was really missing him so I decided to adopt an older female this time and sure enough I found " Thumper" What a sweet heart she is and so much fun. I'm so glad I found Feisty Chinchilla rescue and the owner is just wonderful....she answers all my questions and has given me the best advice....If you're looking to adopt a chinchilla please check her rescue out. She takes good care of her chins!

Andrea was simply a godsend. We had our two chinchillas for many years but unfortunately began to develop some pretty severe allergies more recently. We made the difficult decision to give them up but we couldn't find a place that we would feel comfortable re-homing them to. I researched for many hours and kept coming back to Andrea's rescue. It was almost like winning the lottery when she said she finally got an opening. Her communication was clear and she made the process feel like an easy transition rather than a painstaking departure. We're so thankful for her and would recommend her to anyone with chinchilla needs.

Having gone through the painful process of needing the services of FFCR, I can wholeheartedly recommend this very worthwhile organization. Andrea was wonderful to deal with. She provides a high level of care to these animals.

Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue has been a great resource for us! Their website is full of information on how to prepare your home for a chinchilla and how to care for it - housing, bonding, diet, health... it's my go-to source when I have questions. Andrea is also always available to answer questions. She spent a lot of time matching us with just the right chinchilla for my daughter and making sure we were all set up for his arrival. This is a great animal rescue and I recommend it to anyone considering a chinchilla for a pet!

My husband and I were looking to adopt our first chin and we were very excited to find Forever Feisty Chinchilla less than an hour from us. Due to COVID, we were not able to go to Andrea's location to look at chins in person, but she was able to work with us over the phone to answer any questions and put us in touch with a family who had a chinchilla up for adoption. Even after rescuing our newest family member, Andrea answered all questions I had about cages, cleaning, etc and continues to be a contact. I'm very appreciative of her fantastic work and dedication. I recently made a purchase from her shop and have been half tempted to adopt another chinchilla because they're such great animals. Thanks for all your help, Andrea!

My one year old chin has always had a peculiar digestion since I got him, but lately it was getting worse. My vet appointment was a week away and I was desperate for help. I contacted Forever Feisty Chinchillas because I read their article on chinchilla IBS and thought they could help.

I got a fast response from Andrea. After I explained my chin's history, she told me that my chin was sold to me too young and that would probably come into play with what was wrong with him.

She was right. Turns out that my chin had a parasite that he had aqquired when he was a baby at the breeders. I had to give him antibiotics and this in turn gave him severe constipation.

Me. Being the basket case I am, contacted the group again. They advised me to use baby gas drops and they worked wonderfully.

Despite running a non-profit rescue, this group took their time to answer my every query (I sent them another question last night, and they answered rather quickly).

This isn't my first time with a chinchilla, but this was a whole set of problems my chin presented that I just had never delt with before. Most chin owners will agree that getting a hold of an exotic vet can be difficult at any given moment. I rest easier knowing that I have a place to turn to with my questions about my little buddy.

They asked for nothing in return. You can tell that their desire to help is very genuine and their love for chins, unmeasurable. I am so happy that I found them and I hope they are able to continue to help chinchillas in need.

Excellent nonprofit! Andrea is a wonderful person who helped us bond our chinchillas from afar! She is wonderful to talk to and highly recommended.

I was looking to get some Chinchillas and found out there are alot of Rescues in the Country due to their unique care !! Who knew rescues were needed for such lovely critters! I decided to rescue instead of buying at a pet store and came across Forever Feisty Chinchillas in CT. I contacted them and soon after I rescued 4 girls, a mom and 3 kids. Andrea helped me every step as the girls were not at her Rescue but still with the Guardian. Andrea also has a store on her web page and I've bought many items, which all of the proceeds go back into her Rescue for the care and upkeep of all her Chinnies. The items she makes are huge and very inexpensive. Everything on her site is well worth it and I definitely will keep buying from her and her Rescue. Thank you Andrea for my 4 girls and all of the wonderful products you have.

Andrea at Forever Feisty Chinchillas has been a tremendous resource in a myriad of ways. From the time we made our initial inquiry, through the assessment process, and home visit, she gave us invaluable advice and information.
We have adopted more than once from her as our chinchilla family has grown. Our experience has always been extremely positive. Her breadth of knowledge regarding Chinchillas and her willingness to share this knowledge has been something we have come to appreciate and depend on. The connection we made with Andrea was critical to us being confident and capable chinchilla parents. I would enthusiastically send anyone who is considering a Chinchilla to her for advice, counsel, and support.

I can't say enough good things about Forever Feisty. My chinchilla Echo got sick in May and treating her was difficult. Giving her medicine was impossible and there was absolutely nothing she would eat. She was losing weight fast, I became desperate and didn't know what to do. After a lot of Google searching I came across Forever Feisty and I saw that you could contact them with questions. I contacted to ask a few questions and I was recommended a few things that might help Echo. I tried all of them and they all worked and quickly! One of which was getting the Herb & Grain Fusion - I gave that to Echo and finally she would eat, I couldn't believe it! It took a long time for her to regain weight, but her health did turn around rapidly and she loves eating the fusion. While she was sick I gave her 1 tsp a day and now I give her 1 tsp 3 days a week. She's been eating it for almost 6 months and I can testify to the fact that my chinchilla hasn't experienced any side effects and is as playful as a kid and she's almost 10. Highly recommended!

I had a friend staying with me short term, her son had a Chinchilla he couldn’t take care of so he dropped it off at my place. My friend ended up in the hospital so I was left to care for the chinchilla. I never owned one or had experience with them. I do cat rescue and already have my hands full. I did my best, but I felt the Chin needed better care & more chin buddies to be happy. I then searched and found this rescue and sent and email. I received a super fast response. Andrea was polite and made very quick arrangements to pick up. Very professional and also is kind enough to send updates which makes me feel even more confident that I made a great choice. Thank you so much!

I had to surrender my chinchilla Zephyr after having her for about 5 years. This is truly a great sanctuary for any chinchilla to go to. The owners were extremely professional and made the process a lot smoother than I expected. I live in Massachusetts and they traveled to me. As soon as I met Andrea I had very much confidence that Zephyr was in good hands. I highly recommend that anyone who no longer can take care of their chins has them go to this sanctuary. I also recommend that anyone who is able to to donate because it helps out such a great cause. I am forever grateful this place exists and that Zephyr can live her best life in Andrea's care.

Sometimes in life we meet with unexpected decisions to make. I needed to surrender my two male chinchillas. The two brothers I had from birth to four years. One of the chinchillas was smaller in stature and had part if his lip missing. Then after having him for several months he broke his leg from his cage. When I took him to the Vet his leg was amputated to his hip. They are healthy but neglected as far as play and interaction with people. I had spent awhile trying to find the best plan to Rehome our chinchillas. I was so afraid of pelting or someone putting them down.
It was like a miracle when I came across the website of Forever Feisty Rescue Inc. I felt in my heart that this was the right place to contact. It really was! Andrea contacted me the same day that I emailed her. She wanted to know everything about my chinchillas and a photo. I could sense her dedication and commitment to the Chinchilla population. Before you knew it we were meeting in my state and Andrea secured them in a crate in her vehicle. She talked with me for awhile and answered any questions that I had. It was evident that Andrea loves and cares for the chinchillas like family . She said she would let me know how they settled in. It gave me comfort and peace that they are with dedicated people. Thank you for all you do Andrea. Please support this rescue organization. Marion

i would like to say a big thank you to Andrea for being there for me helping me out in my time of need, whenever i have questions or tips on what do with my chin they are always there, so a big thank you to you guys.. much love and chins forever feisty haha :P

thank you again.

Due to some unforeseen circumstances in our family we had to make some adjustments and let go of 20 chinchillas. This is an overwhelming number and situation to be in. As a shot in the dark we took a chance and called Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue and couldn't have been more pleased with our experience. Living almost 7 hours away, Forever Feisty Chinchillas seemingly dropped everything they were doing to accommodate the situation and make arrangements to come save the little guys/gals. When they arrived it was professionalism at it's finest. They understood the situation and handled it beautifully. They had the proper means to transport them and presented themselves in a manner that told you that ANY animal would be going to a great home. It's people like this that make a difference in the world we live in. Donating their time to help others at the drop of a hat. We are forever in debt to them and wish them the best.

Thank you for everything Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue.

I took in a chinchilla from a coworker only to find out too late that he was actually very sick and desperately needed medical care that I just couldn't afford. I began looking for rescues, and thank god I found this one. I drove from DC up to southern Connecticut, and Andrea drove several hours out of her way after a very long night dealing with an emergency to meet me and pick up my chinchilla. She's been very kind and giving me updates; while he won't make a full recovery, he will be happier and much more comfortable. He's receiving the care that he needs and I am so glad that he'll soon be living the life he should have had to begin with. I can't recommend her rescue enough - Andrea loves chinchillas and is very knowledgeable.

Life saver; just two small words but when combined they pack a powerful punch. Life saver is the best way to describe Andrea of Forever Fiesty Chinchilla Rescue, Inc.
If circumstances arise that force you to re-home your chinchilla, I highly recommend you contact her.

During the summer, my tenant brought home a chinchilla. He chose the pet without fully knowing the extent of care it required. It became apparent that with a new baby and many hours of work, having a pet was not condusive to his lifestyle. He wanted to re-home the chinchilla with someone who was familiar with these animals.

Living in NYC provides several options for animal rescue. Some organizations will take exotic animals. As an avid animal lover (and cat owner), I wanted to make sure this little guy was in the best temporary home.

A Google search led me to Forever Fiesty Chinchillas. Andrea an called me promptly after I sent her an email. In our hour long conversation, she gave me a crash course on chinchillas.

Her love, concern, and devotion for these animals was evident. I knew she was the right person to entrust the beloved pet. Also, the fact that she has over 20 years experience in caring for chinchillas, led me to believe we made the right decision.

When I met Andrea in Connecticut, I recognized a kindred animal-loving spirit in her. I felt the chinchilla
would have the best foster home with her until Andrea found him a loving family. She feeds the chinchillas a higher quality food than pet stores supply.

I have received updates that he is acclimating well to his new environment. Andrea will get to know his personality and behavior traits before he is adopted. Each adopter is screened and not allowed to take a chinchilla until Andrea is sure the match is beneficial for both the animal and the new owner.

Without hesitation, I can sincerely say, my experience with Andrea of Forever Fiesty Chinchilla Rescue, Inc., has been a 10 out of 10!

J. Johnson
NYC, NY

I purchased treats, a playtime tunnel, a healthcare product, and a Soft “chin buddy” for our new chinchilla. Her products were top quality, shipped very quickly, and she included extra gifts and information about chinchillas. Everything was carefully packaged and beautifully presented, showing care and time. For a business, this is excellent, for a small non-profit animal rescue, time is so precious, and this extra care shows how dedicated she is to helping these beautiful, gentle animals. I have returned for more! Thank you!

They were EXTREMELY helpful when I emailed them asking about my chinchilla who was recently diagnosed with glaucoma. The woman I spoke with, Andrea, did not have to go through the lengths that she did and answer me as many times as she did but she did and it deserves to be recognized. Their website is by far one of the most informative sights that I have ever found for chinchillas. They have everything from food, bedding, health, etc. for your chinchilla and it's a great resource for those who are new chinchilla owners or are considering getting a chinchilla.

Additionally, if you use amazon prime/ amazon smile you can have a portion of all of your amazon orders go to Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue Inc. It costs you nothing and every little bit counts for nonprofits :)

Recently I found myself in a position where I was an owner of eight chinchillas, a number that for some unknown reason kept growing. These unique animals would outlive me. The question haunted me. Should I keep this growing herd that when I finally leave his world will probably be too ol to find good homes or should I let go now because my animals are young and take to a new home with ease? After speaking with Andrea my mind was pout to rest Her organization has no borders. For sixteen years she has passionately helped our little friends. Trust is key when letting go of animals you truly care about. Andrea's dedication through heart-given commitment to help the chinchilla population is unequalled. Here non-profit organization is a truly tested safe haven for the '' chinchilla kangaroos" that have taken up a special place in my heart. If you know of anyone with a chinchilla in trouble contact Andrea. Truly a candle in the window.
Sincerely, Donald Hodgins

Working with Andrea and Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue has been a truly gratifying experience. As a longtime chinchilla owner, I've spent years educating myself and others on how to take care of chinchillas. With recent life changes, I found myself in the unhappy position of having to rehome my two mosaic chinchillas - a heartbreaking experience. I spent months researching potential new owners and homes, to no avail. There wasn't a perfect fit, so I kept parenting the two chins until the day that I found Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue. I learned of the rescue after a random search on Facebook, and began doing research immediately. Locally based in the tri-state area, the photos and description of Andrea's sanctuary and rescue was above and beyond my expectations for any home - let alone rescue - that I could find. I dove deep into her website and found that my conclusions about chinchilla care and well-being (after many years of chinchilla experience and research) matched up perfectly. Andrea is well-educated when it comes to these animals, and beyond caring. She drove over three hours to meet me part-way and had a carrier full of apple sticks and timothy hay to greet the ladies. I could tell she was a real natural with these animals. We chatted for 15 minutes on the phone before the meeting, and continued chatting when we met in person. I needed to make sure she was the right person for these precious fluffballs, and that her facilities were the right home - no small feat. She assured me of a single Ferret Nation unit for the duo and a healthy diet of pellets and hay as long as they are in her care. Her adoption applications are also no joke. She is discerning, caring, and particular about these pets - and I cannot be more thankful that she is doing what she is doing with this non-profit, both for caring owners like myself, and neglected or sick chinchillas that are fortunate enough to find their way to her. I encourage all chinchilla lovers to donate to Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue, because Andrea is running a sanctuary that puts chinchillas first when their initial owners are no longer able to. I am forever grateful to Andrea and her non-profit for making the process as heartfelt, efficient, safe, and practical as possible. If only there were more chinchilla champions like her in this world!

Andrea helped me with my chinchilla when he developed a gi upset that almost claimed his life TWICE!
Thanks to her help, my chinchilla is recovering and I am able to treat him through safer, more natural methods.

Andrea is an incredibly helpful, knowledgable and a caring person. I am so glad I got to know her, and I plan on continuing my relationship with her for years to come! I encourage any chin parent or person considering to become a chin parent to seek out her resources and learn from her about these amazing babies.

P.S. The toys and materials from the rescue are great! My chinchilla and guinea pig give it two paws up!

Andrea is an extremely caring and amazing woman for spending all of her time caring for these small and adorable creatures! I was having a hard time financially taking care of my sick chinchilla, and because of Andrea and her Rescue, I was able to rest assured that my chinchilla was in good hands with people who can take care of him.

Andrea is an amazing person. She has dedicated her life to rescuing, loving and caring for, and rehoming chinchillas. In our 15 years having these wonderful beings in our life, we discovered how incredibly smart and loving they are. Our chinchillas (5 over the years) were every bit as smart as our dogs, and each one with a very different and distinct personality. Andrea dedicates her time to not only helping these wonderful beings but also helping the people who sometimes find themselves in situations where they need to rehome their chins, due to varying circumstances, and Andrea comes to the rescue of both the chins and the people! She is loving, sensitive, compassionate, and kind in her approach. She also spends a lot of time and energy researching the best items for chinchillas and shares her knowledge openly with anyone needing assistance. In addition to caring for a number of the chinchillas in her rescue, she also helps pair people with the right chinchilla for them from her rescue and helps educate them on their new chin friend. We recommend if you are considering getting a chinchilla, start by checking out forever feisty chinchillas before heading to your local pet store. You will be so happy you did! And check out her store of great chinchilla items! Thank you again, Andrea, for the time, energy, and love you put into giving our chins and many, many others a great home! And thank you for shining your light brightly. Forever grateful. jen and dave

When one of my chins started to have health issues I started doing research online and came across Forever Feisty Chinchilla rescue. Its a great website that has a lot of helpful information. One weekend I noticed my chin wasn't eating and seemed not his normal self. Of course it being a weekend I had nowhere to take him. I was pretty stressed and had no clue what to do. I had remembered the Forever Feisty Chin website and decided that I would email them, I was kinda skeptical that they would respond back but then shortly after I sent the email I got a message from Andrea! She was very nice and had a lot of helpful advice. From that point on over the years I would contact Andrea with any questions or concerns I had about my chins. She would always respond back and always give you her honest advice/opinion along with a ton of helpful information. Andrea has a lot of knowledge and experience with chins and I highly value her opinion. Words can't describe how much I appreciate Andrea, her Chin rescue and all that she does and has done for me and my chins over the years! She is amazing at what she does!! I will always go to Andrea for any chin advice :) If you are a chin owner you need to check out her Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue website! it is a great resource for information!

I ordered a wooden bridge for my chinchilla's cage from Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue. It arrived yesterday and it is AMAZING! The quality of the product is top-notch. It is put together so well, and I know that it is safe for him, which is a such a comfort. My communication with Andrea was seamless, and she even sent a few surprises in the box! :) Her prices are extremely reasonable, which only encourages me to order more, especially knowing that she is helping rescue chinchillas. This is actually our second order from her. We ordered a ChinBuddy a few months ago--it is the cutest thing and Launch loves it! God Bless you, Andrea--thank you for your rescue work!

Words alone cannot express the amount of gratitude I have for Andrea and her rescue organization. I was the mom of 4 wonderful chinchillas but I was living in an abusive relationship. The most important thing to me was to get my furry babies out of the home before something happened to them. While I was able to do that my living situation did not allow for me to keep them. I searched for a chinchilla rescue league and was happy to find Andrea. I was worried that she would not be able to take all 4 but she didn't even hesitate. The day Andrea came to get the boys she was patient and understanding of my situation. Her knowledge and caring made what was an extremely difficult decision for me a little easier to bear. Knowing that my fur babies were going to be cared for by someone who would love them as much as I do and has the amount of knowledge and understanding of these amazing creatures was an absolute blessing to me. Even after the boys were surrendered Andrea has continued to answer whenever I have asked how they are doing. Thank you Andrea for your compassion and understanding.

I recently found this nonprofit online after adopting my chin Stewie.

Andrea and her nonprofit have been wonderful resources for this first time chin mom.

I had no idea how big the need was for chin rescue, and for small animal rescue in general.

THANK YOU!

Love this rescue !! I rescued a chinchilla that was found by my son in Brooklyn NY. He was found outside an apartment door in a small birdcage along with two parakeets !! My son took the chin and his friend took the birds. My son's cat wasn't so fond of the chin .. so we took him. Having not much knowledge of this little guy .. we named him "Binkle", he began drooling and was losing weight. He appeared to be eating, but he was actually "trying" to eat. We took him to the vet to learn that his teeth were overgrown and he had a cut in the inside of his cheek. Teeth were "filed" down twice. In the meantime I learned of this chin rescue. Spoke to Andrea. She's an absolute delight to talk to, and can tell you everything and anything there is to know about chinchillas !! She has a great diet mix that has shown a huge improvement in my chinchilla's health and activity. His choppers are working just fine. He goes for another checkup in October. To all chinchilla keepers and lovers .. please support this foundation and spread the word that it exists !! Can't thank Andrea enough for all of her help and for the much needed education about my little guy "Binkle" !! XOX

We were interested in adopting chinchillas and spent three months researching care and rescues. I have worked in the non-profit field for 25yrs+ so I always want to be sure I am dealing with a reputable, well-run organization. Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue was the only one we contacted because of all the rescues we looked at they were the most impressive by far!
We were confident that FFCR would match us with a pair of chins that was right for us and would provide excellent advice and follow-up if we needed anything. They have done both. We've had an adorable pair of brothers living with us for a month now. We are confident we are providing appropriate care because Andrea at FFCR did a fabulous job screening to make sure we were the right fit. She gave us excellent care information, made a home visit to bring us our chin boys, and has an amazingly comprehensive website to use as a resource. Our vet was thoroughly impressed by FFCR and the level of information they were able to offer.
If you are interested in donating, please do, I am confident that your donation will be both appreciated and put to good use. If you are interested in rescuing a chinchilla, I don't think there's a better place in New England to contact.

I had to make the decision to part with my 4 chinchilla children due to circumstances beyond my control. Andrea of Forever Feisty was extremely compassionate and sympathetic when she came to pick them up (I was bawling) and took the time to talk to me and make me feel better. I asked about them some time later as to how they were adjusting, and she took the time to answer my email. Parting with them hurt a lot, and still hurts, but I know they are in wonderful hands and can rest easy!

Andrea came to our rescue. Our young male chinchilla was given to us by a family who urgently had to find a home for him. He showed up in a bunny cage with a broken exercise wheel. I did my best and gave him a tall cage and a metal wheel, but our young kids made him nervous and he became reclusive. He started biting off his hair and staying hid in a dark corner. It was very sad. When Andrea showed up, after driving 3 hours to get to us, she was a bright light filled with compassion and understanding. Like Mary Poppins, I knew she would fix all things wrong, and find him a perfect home; one that I could not provide. As she was driving away with the chinchilla (and no longer belonging to us), I knew he was going to an enjoyable sanctuary with a great woman who would understand him and keep him clean and healthy. Though I missed him, it was a giant relief, and my sadness was short-lived because Andrea and her rescue was so professional, experienced, and nurturing.

Andrea was just a wealth of information for me when my Chinchilla Mickey had tooth abscess and teeth issues . She was in constant contact with me and guided me until Mickey was better.

Andrea is the most kind selfless person that I came to know who's love and great knowledge of these animals shines though. I donated to her wonderful cause as she helps so many animals and families with her care and time I hope that you will donate as well so that she can continue to provide her care and knowledge to this outstanding rescue.

Thanks Andrea your the greatest! God Bless!

Tamara Piermartiri

Andrea is a very caring loving earth angel to these sweet little creatures of God. Her passion and love for the wellbeing of her fur babies is palpable. If human beings could love each other the way that Andrea loves these little animals life would be a breeze. Keep up the good work Miss Andrea!

Where do I begin....Andrea is one of the most selfless people I have ever met in my life. Her big heart and love for these chinchillas radiates. Had we not come across Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue, we would not have had our little chin, Daisy, for as long as we did. Andrea was in constant communication with us until she knew Daisy was doing better. She helped us nurse our little one back to health with the aid of a local exotic animal vet Andrea helped us find. Our family wanted to meet the beautiful soul that helped us for years and not only to donate to her rescue, but to give her our time as she did for us and many others. This year we had the opportunity of meeting Andrea and her over 100 chinchillas she solely cares for on a daily basis. She has dedicated her life to these animals and has created a personal bond with each and every chinchilla she has at her rescue. Andrea is clean, organized and full of love. Many of the chinchillas here require extra care and many vet visits to ensure optimal health. Chinchillas require a lot of love, attention and care. Seeing how Andrea interacts with each one, truly melts my heart and brings the biggest smile to my face. If you can donate to her, please do. Andrea and dedicated her life and time to these beautiful animals in addition to helping chin owners world wide. You don't come across people like her every day.

Andrea, thank you for all you have done for our family. Your time, love and friendship are cherished and mean so much. Love to you!

-Kayla

As a pet owner we have all been there, is this normal and am I doing the right thing. As exotic pet owners these questions are not always answered quickly and easily by a simple call to our local veterinarian.

It was during one of these moments that I reached out to Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue for help. The rescue website had already become a valuable resource to me, I had visited previously for chinchilla specific information and had purchased the "Organic Herb & Grain Fusion" which Andrea developed herself. I was pleasantly surprised by prompt return contact, Andrea was extremely helpful and eager to share her vast knowledge and experience with me. Not only did she support me that night, she also made repeat contact to confirm a positive outcome.

Through this experience Andrea and I discovered a shared love of animals and a common concern for their well being. I have been in the unique position to speak with Andrea after numerous difficult rescues. Her focus is always on the animals welfare and that of the unfortunate owners who find themselves in a difficult situation. Although these circumstances can be exhausting, both fiscally and mentally, Andrea never wavers in her commitment to provide the desperately needed help for these chinchillas.

It is Andrea's selflessness and complete devotion to the rescue and the chinchillas in her care that make both her and Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue a rare gem in the crown of animal rescue and well fare.

Sara Chunn
Poland, Ohio

I have a one and a half year old chinchilla named Nugget and she hasn't had the easiest life recently. About two months ago she got her leg stuck in a hay holder I bought for her cage to help with her pickiness. Though she didn't break her leg in the accident, she did have nerve damage which led to her need a amputation to one of her back legs.

Andrea at the Forever Feisty Chinchilla has been nothing but a blessing to me; I'm not sure if I could say Nugget would still be alive without her encouraging and helpful responses to all of my panic emails I've written to her about Nugget and her health. From issues on getting Nugget back on track with eating as well as advice on what to do when she's had minor and extreme problems.

As well as the endless amounts of information about chinchillas and their diets and health available at the tips of anyone's fingers, the Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue's website is a haven for healthy snacks and safe toys I know Nugget would enjoy and have no fear in purchasing for her.

Nugget is still working her way back to her normal self and I still believe I'll be contacting Andrea and referring to her website in the future. Her nonprofit is not only helpful for us for already have chinchillas, but would be the perfect website to refer to when people are making the decision on whether or not a Chinchilla is the right pet for them!

When I first contacted Andrea I was at a loss. My Chili was so sick. He kept getting gut upsets even with a bland diet of oxbow pellets and hay. He was constipated and on pharmaceutical medications. Nothing was working. It was all I could do to get him to eat. At a loss I started to google chinchilla rescues, because I thought they would have to have some idea on how to help my baby. I know they get chins in all sorts of conditions and my exotic vet was clueless. I emailed Andrea and within 30 minutes she said can I call you. She spoke with me for an hour and I gave her my story and what was going on with my Chili. She told me to stop the Reglan and I started the winter squash regimen. It took over another week before he was no longer constipated. Andrea stayed in constant contact with me and checked up on his progress and even called me again in the middle of the night to help reassure me that he was okay and to give it time. My chili is doing amazing. I appreciate all of her care and concern she has for our chinnies. Andrea's website is by far the best one I have found when it comes to care and giving accurate information about chinchillas. We will continue to stay in contact with her and I will donate to her as often as I can.

Jennifer

Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue is a first-class nonprofit! I'm very grateful for the deep love, respect, and care that they provide to the chinchillas.

The Founder, Andrea, is incredibly passionate about her work! She is a renowned chinchilla expert and treats the animals like absolute royalty! Not only does each chinchilla have a personal name and birthday, but also each has a personal record of behavioral nuances to ensure proper care.

5-stars for FFCR due to the 24/7 love these animals receive, the spotless/carefully organized facility, and the 110% dedication from the Founder!

I had the incredible pleasure of visiting the Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue last month. Andrea, the chin guru of this rescue, was thrilled to give me a tour and an in-depth understanding of how she cares for "her chins". And I mean, her chins! She was smiling before she even had the door open, which leads to the rescue, and never stopped until after we had left the rescue, almost 1 1/2 hrs. later. I was introduced to each family (member) and told their story...they all have name plates with accompanying birthdates attached to their home pens. Their pens are quite large with various stages/nooks and hammocks for them to run and hop about. She stopped, spoke to and interacted with each of them, just as she has since they 1st came into her care, and they reciprocated in kind by coming to her with nuzzles, numerous "fly-bys", and vocals. They are all her "babies" she said, regardless of whether they came from an overburdened owner, an unfortunate breeding situation, or just a male/female mixup....she nurses them all back to health with 24/7 in-home care....and, then, continues to care for them after that. Incredible!

The rescue was bright, spotless, organized, and even had a holding/petting/jumping area. It was obvious to me that this rescue is a 24/7 job, but that Andrea absolutely loves her chins and has dedicated herself to them and this rescue (and her online store which supplies chin products.) It's an act of love!

My sister and her husband had Chinchillas for years. They adored their pets and took great care of them. But age, several health issues and a move changed the situation.

Thank heavens for Forever Feisty Chinchilla rescue. In surrendering the three chins, it's a win for every one. My sister has stopped worrying and being upset that she doesn't do all she should. The chinchillas are safe, being well cared for by Andrea and the two senior girls are in the best possible place. I'm happy to have been helpful. And as I love guinea pigs, I have now found a great on line store for all kinds of great stuff for them!

Can't say enough about the way this rescue is focused on the chinchillas first and foremost.

I had a wonderful experience with andrea. She is very knowledgeable about everything chin. She was able to get me in contact with a chin that needed to be adopted in my state. I picked her up on 10/26/16 and I couldn't be happier. Also I love all the items in her storw to spoil lilah may.

Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue is a huge resource to Chinchilla owners, I wish I had found the website years ago. The owner Andrea is a wonderful, compassionate person with a huge heart and love for Chinchillas, she is a wealth of knowledge on an exotic animal that even to this day there is not much out there that is correct for properly caring for a Chinchilla. I fortunately found her rescue while searching the internet in December 2015 trying to find information on caring for a sick Chinchilla since my 9 year old male Chinchilla Chinchee Clover had a chronic ear infection that I was treating under the care of a Vet and he had stopped eating. She responded promptly to my phone call and was of immense help with tons of advice. Due to the ear infection Chinchee developed two abscesses near the ear that I had to have lanced by my Vet. I medicated him with antibiotics and pain meds and hand fed him daily for over 2 months with progress, he started eating on his own again and acting more himself, running in his Chin Spin wheel, begging for attention, etc.... But sadly the infection was just too deep in his ear canal to be cured, and the abscesses kept growing. He took a turn for the worse on February 25th and I didn't feel it right to continue treating him, he was suffering and I just could not allow that any longer, so I had him put to sleep on February 26th. Andrea spent hours on the phone with me over the last couple of months, she was my light when everything was so dark. She gave me hope and actually gave me more time with my beloved Chinchee. She was quick to ship me items I ordered from her store, I just can't say enough good things about Andrea. Thank you Andrea, may God bless you and your rescue. Sherri in Virginia

Hello my name is Bryan C. I am a first time chinchilla parent and my little girls name is Miss Chinchi. I consider myself an animal lover and I have had many furry companions throughout my life. Even with the experience I had with the many different species I didn't know a thing about Chinchillas. I actually helped my sister and brother in law obtain Miss Chinchi, she made Christmas of 2012 very special. My brother In law is a Marine and with that job comes A LOT of moving around. My sister and I lived together for a year and during that time Ms Chinchi and myself fell in love. Due to my sisters lifestyle we decided it would be best for Miss Chinchi to stay with me and she has been my most special friend ever since. So with no knowledge on Chinchillas I knew I had to learn everything I could to make sure my little girl was properly cared for. With a few books and lots of Internet study I learned a lot. Foreverfiestychinchilla.org was one site in which I felt had the most accurate information on the web. Just 6 months ago Miss Chinchi became deathly ill. I had been to three different vets and nobody could tell me what was wrong with her so I took it upon myself to figure out what was wrong with her and Foreverfiestychinchilla.org had all the answers. I followed all the steps which were so brilliantly described on the website and I began to make progress. I sent an email through the website and thats when I met Andrea. Andrea offered her phone number to me a complete stranger and we talked about Ms Chinchies symptoms and how I had been treating her. With the website and Andreas help I was able to save my little girl when the vets had no clue. I finally found a decent vet that performed an abscess surgery and diagnosed Ms Chinchi with Malocclusion which I thought was a death sentence but of course Andrea had all the experience with Malo as well. She reassured me that it is not always a death sentence, she was there for me and answered all my questions through and after surgery. I am so thankful to Andrea, her hard work and extensive knowledge on Chinchillas. Ms Chinchi and I are forever greatful that someone like Andrea has such a passion for these special and sometimes forgotten about little wonderful furry creatures. I highly recommend Forever Fiesty Chinchilla as being one of the best in chinchilla knowledge and care. Thank you Andrea for your service I wish we had more people like her in this world where most people have lost their compassion for life and all of earth's wonders.

WORDS ALONE CANNOT EXPRESS THE DEEP GRATITUDE THAT MY FAMILY HAS FOR ANDREA AND FOREVER FEISTY CHIN RESCUE. WE TURNED TO THE RESCUE FOR HELP AND WE WERE NOT TURNED AWAY. OTHER AGENCY'S WERE NOT ABLE TO HELP AND REQUIRED A HIGH FEE BUT FOREVER FEISTY DID NOT. WE HAD OUR PET CHIN FOR SIX YEARS AND DUE TO MEDICAL REASONS WE WERE NOT ABLE TO KEEP UP WITH THE APPROPRIATE AMOUNT OF LOVE AND CARE ANYMORE. WE WANTED SOMEONE THAT HAD LOVE IN THEIR HEART FOR OUR PET CHIN JIFFY. ANDREA IS OUR ANGEL. SHE IS WARM AND CARING AND WE FEEL SO HAPPY THAT SHE CAME AND PICKED UP JIFFY AND WILL LOVE HIM LIKE WE DID. IF YOU ARE IN NEED LOOK NO FURTHER! FOREVER FEISTY IS A TRUE RESCUE ORGANIZATION.

OMG where do I begin! Over last winter my chin (puss) had babies! This was a surprise to me because I thought I had two males. I was clueless on how to care for baby chins. Andrea was a life saver and guided me through the next several weeks! If it wasn't for Andrea these baby chins didn't have a chance with me. They are now very happy and living a happy chin life. Andrea didn't know me from a whole in the wall and spent many days and nights on the phone with me, helping me care for the babies and of course Mama and Papa chin. The time I will forever be grateful for Andrea was when my Bootz became ill. I was devastated and called Andrea. Once again Andrea was there for me. She and her husband took the 1 1/2 hr trip to my home to try and save my Bootz. Unfortunately he was too sick and didn't make it. She not only comforted me, but took care of all the arrangements for Bootz to be cremated and have his ashes returned to me. I can't begin to express how grateful I am for Andrea and her Rescue Organization. Andrea did all of this because she has a huge heart and loves these furballs! Recently my basement flooded and needs to be fixed. We now have mold, therefore the chins couldn't remain In the finished (now ruined) basement. Due to having a few week old baby in the upper house (house full of baby stuff), I don't have room for the chins. Not only is Andrea currently taking care of my chins until our basement is fixed, she and her husband came and got them for me. Once again all of this on her own precious time. If any organization out there deserves support this would be the one! I wish I could do more! Andrea.....I will forever be grateful. Thank you thank you!

I have two chinchillas that have been happy and healthy for the past year. Then because they are so cute when I would give them a rosehips every nite, I decided to give 3-4. After a few weeks, their poop got really soft and wet. In a panic, I emailed Andrea from Forever Feisty to see what I should do. She was just wonderful and told me exactly what to do to get them back to normal. She was so patient with m never ending emails and so knowledgable about the care of chinchillas.. I also order their toys from her because I know that they are made from safe products and the girls love them. Many thanks to Andrea for her love and care of all the fur babies that she rescues.

Andrea from Forever Feisty Rescued me. Andrea is an amazing individual to give her life to these beautiful creatures. My son rescued two chinchillas. When one died he thought he would get another one to keep company. Well, two turned into fifteen. We were going along OK for about two years thinking we had the males and females separated and then two babies appeared. Not more Chinchillas!! I called Andrea in a panic since she was the chinchilla expert. She was absolutely awesome. Andrea came the same night to my house and spent many hours teaching me how to care for all these feisty chinchillas. The next morning Andrea and Bob came back to our home with a baby chinchilla cage, a bag full of toys, a manger for the babies and a ton of pine shavings. My stress went to Thankfulness. I needed help and my prayers were answered when Andrea came through the door.

I am a new Chinchilla owner. I purchased some items from the website and found all to be beyond expectations. One night I found one of my Chinchillas had broken her leg. I sent a note to the owner and she quickly called me on my cell and advised me what to do. I am happy to report the 3 legged Chin is getting around well. It is rare to find such dedication and help in the world we live in.

I have purchased items from Forever Feisty and have been extremely please and my chinchilla loves all his toys and chews. Being a new owner I had many questions and Andrea was extremely helpful in educating me on Chins, as far as temperature, foods, chews and interaction with other pets. It has been almost a year and my Chin was began having issues with his digestive tract. I took him to the vet and had him tested for Giardia. The test was negative, but they did not give me any suggestions on where to go from there, nor did they respond to my phone calls requesting additional help. I contacted the pet store where I purchased him, and they were not as knowledgeable in Chins as I needed. I reached out to Andrea and she was very knowledgable and was able to help me in correcting his digestive tract. He has some wonderful fiber treats that I purchased from her and he is loving them. Andrea spent the time to explain eating habits, treats and the flora of their digestive tract. She gave me suggestions on what treats to feed him and when. These are all natural and healthy for him with high fiber and no sugar. To sum it up I am grateful for the time she has spent with me and the knowledge she has shared.

Thank you Andrea.

I contacted Andre on a Friday morning explaining that my daughters had to surrender our 18month old chin sisters. I was just so relieved that there was no judgement about the surrender from Andre just geniune concern for our chin's. The level of respect, concern, empathy (i could go on) that Andre displayed to my famiy was truly amazing. She had found an adoption for my chin's that she could have easlily kept to herself and gotten two of her chin's adopted. She contacted me within just a few hours and had a meeting set up for my two chin's to be adopted. The peace of my mind myself and my daughters have knowing that our two little girls are in a wonderful loving home is priceless!!! This would not have been the case had I not made that call to Forever Fiesty and dealt with Andre. Words cannot desribe how caring and gracious Andre is and the knowledge I received from her was immeasurable. Andre and her organization for exceeded any of my expectations about surrending my two chin's. THANK YOU ANDRE!!!

i took a chinchilla off the hands of a family friend in Sept. '12 and had her until last week when i had to surrender her to one of the most caring and generous rescue i've ever had the pleasure of giving up an animal to. Andrea came all the way from CT to my home in southern maine to pick up my Chin. The woman that gave her to me never properly cared for her before so i pretty much got the brunt of the financial tidings involved with having a mangled toothed chinchilla. I am a college student on my own with bills to pay and never thought my chin would be so expensive. Though i loved her very much, i simply couldn't afford her. Andrea set up a vet visit for her the day after she made the drive to pick her up! I couldn't be more thankful for her and her husband for the commitment they make to all these exotic chins. She emailed me what the vet said and the relief was off. I am sad i couldn't keep my 19 years old beautiful chin but i know FOR SURE the rest of her life will be lived out in peace and with other friends just like her.

Forever Feisty Chinchilla ensures that all chinchillas in their possession are given the best care, love, and attention each deserves. They provide a safe haven and adopt out to loving families. Additionally, they assist chinchilla owners with care instructions and advice. Forever Feisty deserves recognition for all of the hard work and compassion that they dedicate to the community.

Andrea Kundrotas of Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue Inc. has been a valued client and professional associate of Kensington Bird and Animal Hospital for many years. Andrea is a highly respected chinchilla expert and remains our sole referral for clients seeking information and advice on chinchillas. It is obvious to us that all of her rescues are well loved and taken care of and are brought in to our facility for medical attention as needed. We fully support Andrea and her mission and are proud to write this letter of testimony on behalf of Andrea and Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue.

When faced with a sad situation with my daughter’s chin in the summer, I found Forever Feisty's website & contacted Andrea. She immediately got back to me & spent hours on the phone helping us. We are animal lovers with no chin experience & I was totally impressed by her love, compassion & knowledge for these little furballs.

Our chin delivered two babies a few weeks ago & once again I emailed Andrea about newborn care. Not too long later, she was calling me. Then at four days old, our runt was severely injured & his life was literally in our hands. After three visits to two different vets, it was Andrea who helped us to keep this baby alive. During one of our many phone calls, I became totally overwhelmed & just started to cry. Andrea very calmly talked me down off the ledge & gave me the confidence I needed to handle this situation. She still checks in on us & even gave me the number of her hotel when she was going to be away for business. There is nothing in this for her other than knowing our chins are okay.

I am happy to report that both of our babies and Mom are thriving, thanks to Andrea. She is truly the Guardian Angel of Chinchillas and I am so very thankful for having found her.

I foster rescued chinchillas so I have a small idea about what Andrea goes through each day. Rescuing these sometimes neglected or abused animals can be difficult but so rewarding. Besides taking care of all her animals, she has time to help the rest of us with supplies and advice. I have one chin that requires hand feeding 3 times a day and it is Andrea that keeps me supplied with the Critical Care he has to have. I can alway count on her to ship promptly and help me keep a constant supply on hand. There is more to rescuing than just putting an animal in a cage.

I run an animal rescue in CT and recently read an article in one of our local on-line papers about this Chinchilla rescue that is actually in the same town as my rescue. After reading the article I contacted Andrea and asked if she'd like to have her Chins appear on a TV segment I do for the local news called Lost & Pound. The segments air on the Sunday news in each of 3 broadcasts. People are invited to call the number shown and the adoption process begins. Andrea agreed and I met her at the TV station. I have to say that her professionalism and knowledge of these little GORGEOUS creatures was wonderful! She gave me some wonderful information that I was able to relay to the viewers and hopefully some good will come out of it. The Chins she introduced me to were comical, sweet and VERY well kept. I am completely impressed all the way around!!!

My dughter and I were extremely fortunate to have found Andrea from ForeverFeistyChinchillas after our beloved Boo was poorly treated for maloclusion by a vet who claimed to be fluent in treating chins. Our little girl not only endured two procedures that the vet did to try and fix her teeth, Boo also got a huge abcess on her back from the unsterilized needle used to administer subcutaneous fluids which also required yet another surgery to clean it out. When this vet wanted us to bring Boo back yet again for another attempt at "fixing" Boo's teeth, we knew for sure that this vet was not the right one and started looking online for help. That's when we found Andrea. She is so willing to spend hours of her time helping us and hooked us up with an amazing exotic vet who knows chins about as much as Andrea does!!!! I don't believe that Boo would still be with us if it weren't for all of Andrea's help. We order all of Boo's supplies from ForeverFeistyChinchillas along with some people items too. The quality of the items we have ordered have been nothing but excellent. Andrea is passionate when it comes to rescuing chins, she is one amazing woman and we can't thank her enough for all of her help.

I met Andrea when I became the unintended recipient of two chins. Some idiot had them outside in the heat with a "free" sign. My stepdaughter got them out of the heat and called me as I work with animal control. First problem, we have no place to keep two chins with a kennel full of dogs and cats, second, I know next to nothing about chins. She took the time to answer my questions, and told me how to care for them. She offered to make the long trip to my house on a weekend to look at the chins to determine the sex and health of them. She determined they were very neglected and ended taking them both. Don't know what we would have done without her help. She went out of her way to help me and these two poor chins and very likely saved their lives.

After a lifetime of dog and kitty rescue, I rescued an eleven year old Chin that no one wanted due to his 'senior' years. I soon discovered that 'pet store' foods were not the best for Chins, and could actually be detrimental. After searching the web for Chin foods/products/toys and Chin care information, I realized immediately that Forever Feisty was the absolute best source for top quality products for our Chin friends. And then how very happy I was to come to learn that Andrea is not just 'selling product' but is an advocate for the well-being of these delightful little ones. She is aware of the high numbers of surrenders for the Chins, and works tirelessly to educate and inform people to this plight. I am very grateful for my association with Forever Feisty... and so is my original rescue, Virgil, and now too my new three elderly rescues!

As chinchillas are an exotic pet with an exceptionally long lifespan, the need for specialized rescue of chinchillas is a dire one. Andrea of Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue is by far the best Chinchilla specific rescue on the entire east coast. She devotes so much time, effort, money and care into her organization and it truly shows. She's helped far more chinchillas than ANY other rescue I know of both through her own facilities AND through rescue referral. She "investigates" new rescue options out of state so that should she not personally be able to help an owner, she can refer them to another rescue that is up to her high standards of care. As I said, due to chinchillas being an exotic pet the need for specialized rescue is high. In general, many local humane societies and animal shelters just cannot provide the care for these animals. Andrea does. She's very thorough with her records and application processes. She provides the animals in her care with the same type of care that animal could expect in a private setting. She's just an exceptional human being running an exceptional facility!

Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescure met every one of my expectations. I work at Peaceful Acres Horses, a horse rescue and sanctuary for horses and people, so my expectations were not easily met. Prey animals like horses and chinchillas are highly neglected and cruely used for selfish purposes by humans. I love to provide care for those that cannot help themselves. I googled chinchilla rescue and Forever Feisty instantly caught my attention. The website is full of health facts, real information, and a clear message that the chins are not being sold just to get rid of them. The chins rescued by Forver Feisty are truly given every chance to have a great life and a loving forever home, even those that may have been neglected in the past. That is one purpose of a rescue-to give second, third or how ever many chances it takes for the rescued animal to have the life it deserves. Andrea, the founder of Forever Feisty, knows all you can know about the proper care for chinchillas. I trust her and her opinions. The chins that are part of this rescue are taken care of, loved and only adopted out to those who can care for them just as well, if not better. As of Sunday Dec. 2, I am the happy new mama of Hudson and Charlie-two six year old male chins. Thank you Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue!

My daughter recently adopted a Chinchilla from Forever Feisty Chinchilla rescue and it was such a wonderful experience. My daughter has been wanting a Chinchilla for some time and after 3 years I finally gave in. She heard about this website and we filled out the application. We heard back fairly quickly and soon scheduled a time to visit with the Chinchillas. The rescue was clean and it was obvious that Andrea has a sincere dedication towards caring for these animals. She took a lot of time to make sure we (in particular my daughter) had "done her homework". She also gave us time to play with a few Chinchillas in to see which one would be the right fit. We eventually picked "Hawkeye" :) Andrea brought him to our home and made sure again that we were going to care for him . She also made it clear that if we could not handle him that she would take him back and if we had any problems to call her no matter what time of the day. Thank you Andrea for your caring and dedication, I would recommend this rescue to anyone who is serious about caring for these beautiful endangered animals!

I have nothing but good things to say about Andrea from Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue. She has amazed and impressed me by being one of the most honestly caring and giving people I have had the pleasure of getting to know in the world of animal welfare, and chinchillas in particular.
I contacted her out of the blue when my two 12-year-old chinchillas were having major health issues and I was at the end of my rope (as were my several vets). I had never been to her rescue, my chinchillas and I had no real connection to her, and she had no “good” reason to offer me any sort of advice or assistance at all – except that she honestly and truly cares for the welfare of chinchillas – any chinchillas. It quickly became clear that it didn’t matter if she knew me or my chinchillas, or if I was planning on giving her a huge donation or whatever. What mattered was that my chinchillas were in trouble and that she maybe could help.
Help, she did. She spent so much time on the phone with me, offered advice, caring, reassurance, and more – all without asking a thing in return. I am so grateful for her and for all she gave out of sheer generosity and honest caring (and yes, btw, my chinchillas are still here – in part, I think, thanks to her).
Thank you, Andrea, for being there, and being the truly caring, knowledgeable and giving person you are. You are a breath of fresh air and my chinchillas and I are better off for it!

Words can not describe how amazing Andrea is, when i needed help with a neglected chinchilla she came to the rescue in a heart beat. I have never met such a caring and compassionate human being. I was a complete stranger yet she was willing to drop everything and come to the aid of my chinchilla "Buddy". She gave me some first-aid supplies and a couple hours of her time. She was able to tell that he had a very bad hair ring and that it was cutting off the circulation. Andrea went above and beyond and found us a good vet in the area. She even paid for the visit, when we insisted on paying her back she told us to donate it to the rescue. She is AMAZING in every sense of the word.You can tell how much she loves the little fuzz-butts. She is very knowledgeable about the health and needs for these special little critters. Meeting Andrea has really made me view the world differently. I truly feel privileged to have met such a wonderful person, and I HIGHLY recommend her beautiful rescue.

For many years now i have desperately wanted a chinchilla and had very little luck trying to get one through breeders so i then decided that the best thing to do would be to adopt from a rescue. i went on pet finder.com and came across Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue. I filled out an adoption application, got approved and this is when i finally got to meet Andrea. Andrea is completely and totally amazing! She is super friendly, EXTREMELY helpful, knowledgeable and chuck full of chinchilla info. When i went to her rescue to pick out the chinchilla i wanted to adopt i looked around at the cages(which were all very well kept and clean) and all of the chinchillas seemed to be very comfortable and happy. Thanks to Andrea I finally was able to get a chinchilla of my very own, Hawkeye (he's so adorable!). Looking back I'm really glad that i ultimately chose to adopt as oppose to purchasing one from a breeder, i would DEFINITELY adopt a chinchilla from her again. :)

We just adopted a beautiful, healthy chin from Forever Feisty. We went and picked him out with help from Andrea, the rescue owner. She has about 100 chinchillas in her immaculate basement, and I think every little critter down there adores her. She delivered Trapper to our house herself and gave us some suggestions for our cage, and stayed with us for over an hour making sure Trapper felt safe and comfortable. I ordered a pile of chinchilla goodies from her website that she delivered to us, that I found to be better priced than Petsmart. I cannot think of a single aspect of the adoption process or the rescue itself that could be any better. I would wholeheartedly recommend anyone who wants to adopt or surrender a chinchilla to use this agency.

Andrea and her Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue are amazing. Never have I seen such dedication, hard work and love go into the care of animals. Chinchillas are exotic pets and with that comes specialty care that can only be administered by knowledgable, dedicated and loving people such as Andrea and her volunteer staff. Tireless hours are spent making this rescue top notch! Their facilities are pristine and their vast experiences allows for them to match the perfect pet to the perfect home. Since so much quality time is spent with the chinchillas, personalities are assessed to provide the best match possible to the client. Their hard work is shown by the great health and happiness of each and every chin that comes through their doors.

Andrea has helped me with my chinchilla's in so many ways. I recently had two that contracted coccidia. Andrea was with me every step of the way to helping them recover advising me on what to do and what questions I should be asking the vet. She was available day and night for me to talk to and was even the reason I had those two babies. She even went above advising me on their care. The ordeal lasted about a month and through no fault of my own or Andrea's advice my babies passed. Even after that on nights where I was so upset and couldn't sleep I knew I could call Andrea and she would talk to me. She became more than just a trusted adviser she became my friend. I still have three chinchillas and if I have a question about something going on with them I know I can call her and get great advice. She truly is an amazing, loving, and caring person. I will continue to support her rescue in any way that I can. I am just grateful to know her and grateful for all she does for the fur-babies that come to her.

Andrea graciously agreed to take care of our chinchilla, Chile, while we traveled abroad. Upon entering Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue for the first time, my husband and I were in awe by what we saw; over 100 chinchillas organized in a colorful, calm and cool environment. We immediately noticed the time, attention and love Andrea invests in her rescue. Every chinchilla (or chin family) has a safe, clean cage, fresh food, water, nutritious treats, and an assortment of handmade chew toys, hammocks, ledges and hideaways. All of these products are also available to buy on her website, because Andrea wants chin owners to have access to the very best for their pets.
This summer, I volunteered at Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue. It was not until this experience that I realized how truly incredible this non-profit rescue is. Andrea pours her heart and soul into her passion, usually working late into the night. She monitors her chins closely, interacts with them constantly and caters to all chinchillas with special needs. She knows that many of these chins will stay with her forever because of the specific care they require. If a chinchilla has any medical complication or genetic history with the chance of problems in the future, she will not adopt him out. She only allows chins that are physically, emotionally and socially sound to leave her rescue. The health and happiness of all her chinchillas is Andrea’s priority.
Thank you Andrea, for all that you do for chinchillas!

Forever Feisty Chincilla Rescue Inc is a heartfelt, compassionate, dedicated, and supportive rescue which I feel fortunate to have had the experience of doing business with. The founder of this establishment provides not only rescue to chincillas, but more importantly, a temporary habitat which acts as their home. You can feel confident that any chinchilla that you have the priveledge of meeting has been taken care of with love and that the founder/owner has a genuine interest in finding them a safe and committed forever home. I am grateful for the education that was provided for me as I made the decision to adopt a chincilla from this rescue and value the dignity of this establishment. Maureen

We contacted Forever Feisty Chinchilla about our one and a half year old Chinch for whom we needed to find a new home. While we all loved him, his care had gotten to be too much for our growing boys with too many other interests. I had tried to interest many friends and relatives in taking him but no one had room in their lives. I even called local preschools and nature centers and stumbled upon FFC's info. They were at once responsive and quickly connected me with an adoptive family. A wonderful mom with three sweet young daughters came to my house and packed up the Chinch with all his belongings. It was such a relief to find him such a warm, great home! I am very grateful to this fantastic organization, doing such important work to help animals find great new homes. Many thanks!!!

I CANNOT SAY ENOUGH GREAT THINGS ABOUT THIS ORGANIZATION!! I just adopted my first chin and didn't know quite what to expect. Andrea, the founder is one crazy (in the best form of crazy!) chin lover. So professional. So smart and informative in the care of these animals. Her rescue is immaculate. Being a new chin parent I had so many questions about care and cage set up. Well the website for this rescue is amazingly comprehensive. Any other questions I had were promptly answered via email. It is more than obvious how much Andrea cares for these great animals. She makes such a great effort at pairing a chins personality with your own and that of the family he will be living with. I would very highly recommend this rescue to anyone who wants to rescue a chinchilla. Adopting my chin from Forever Feisty was a fabulous experience.

I adopted two chinchillas from Forever Feisty and it has been a fantastic experience! Andrea is very thorough in checking out potential adopters and took lots of time introducing us to chinchillas she thought we might do well with. Her chinchillas are all well cared for, and she works hard to help the chinchillas she rescues. I'm in love with my two girls! Thanks, Andrea!

In searching for a breeder of Chinchillas our daughter was looking for another pet to fill the void of one that passed away, we found Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue. After some research we decided to adopt instead of starting with the raising of another baby. We filled out the Forever Feisty adoption application on line and started the process. After a phone call back from owner/director Andrea, we set up an appointment to go and meet some perspective adopties. After making the two hour journey and spending a couple of hours at the rescue we decided to accept a pair of two year old females. As per Forever Feisty's rules, the girls would be delivered within the next couple of weeks to our home which gave us plenty of time to get set up for our new arrivals. As promissed, we made a date and time for delivery and Andrea came to our home and placed our two girls in their new cage not without explisit instructions on how to proceed. After seeing the care and love Andrea pours into her 100 Chinchilla population and the knowlege she has and will share in caring for Chinchillas I knew we had made the right choise in adopting from Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue. We are truely fortunate in having someone as dedicated to Chinchillas as Andrea in our area who we could adopt from.

When my son became overwhelmed by the care his adorable chinchilla needed, her care fell upon me. While I had a strong bond with her, I knew in my heart that I did not have the time she needed, and she was getting lonely and dejected. With a heavy heart, I searched for local adoption but had no luck. By very good luck, I happened upon Forever Feisty and sent off a letter about my situation. They do not serve the area where I live and I did not excpect a response. To my suprise, Andrea not only had really helpful advice about my chin's care, but said that she had a woman who was looking to adopt a 2nd female chin (and it is hard to find a non-bonded female). Andrea helped us get connected even though we are 300 miles away, and we were able to arrange for a meeting, which lead to my little Tiki going off to her new home, with a new chin friend and much more human contact that she deserves. I don't know what I would have done without Andrea's generosity of time and knowledge. Andrea also makes herself available for any questions or assistance after the adoptions take place. Even though my little Tiki is 300 miles away, I feel better knowing that she is in a prescreened, caring home and that she will be well cared for. And, yes, I will be traveling up to visit Tiki in the future. Thank you, Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue!

Wendy J.

I just adopted my very first chinchilla (from a private owner) at the beginning of 2011. Since I'd been involved as a volunteer with other animals' rescue groups, I knew the best place to learn about chinchilla care would be on the rescue sites.

One of the first sites I found was the Forever Feisty web page. As a new chinnie guardian, I really appreciated Forever Feisty's detailed info on the care of these wonderful little creatures. I eventually placed an order with the Forever Feisty store, and was very pleased with their customer service and the quality of the items I received.

When I had some specific questions regarding chinnie care, Forever Feisty's Andrea was able to answer my questions via email, and was happy to help! I really appreciate her taking the time to help me learn more about chinchillas.

This wonderful group rescues and places chinchillas into deserving and loving homes. If the chinchilla cannot be placed due to abuse or neglect, they live out their life with the kind and loving volunteers at Forever Fesity Chinchilla. I have supported this wonderful group for two years now. I have honorarily adopted an abused chinchilla. They do not breed chinchillas as there are those that will buy one and realize the time involved. Thank God for this group as these beautiful creatures need a voice also.

We recently adopted a pair of chinchillas and have fallen in love with them right away! As soon as Andrea contacted me through the phone, you can tell that she is dedicated to her rescue! Unlike the majority of the pet stores that only wants to make a profit off of these chinchillas, she truly cares for them! With the help of her support, we were able to learn so much! To be able to give a great home for a chinchilla is rewarding!

Passion, dedication and kindness rule at Forever Fiesty. Matches between human and chins are as expertly made as if Andrea were a high priced marriage broker. During the second stage of adoption, the onsite visit to Forever Fiesty, my 12-year old was introduced to several chins and was undecided until the third chin chose her, playing with her shoe laces then climbing into her lap. It was a match made in heaven, nurtured by Andrea. As Andrea brought Snow to us, she was dedicated enough to help us rebuild our incorrectedly assembled cage, and to help define Snow's new routine at our house. Knowing how delicate these wonderful animals are, we are comforted to know that Andrea's advice, counsel and love is only a call or an email away.

Our chinchilla(Daisy)had stopped eating, drinking and no poop and we took her to our local vet for treatment.After 1 1/2weeks she showed no signs of improvement and I then decided to take Daisy to a different Vet and do an online search for solutions. Of the thousands of web pages available I just happen to check out Andreas' website.Thank goodness we did. Andrea contacted me by phone and gave instructions on what to do which proved so what difficult to do because it required giving her stuff by hand which we had no experience doing. Because of the difficulty giving Daisy stuff by hand we decided to take her to the second vet for treatment. After being hospitalized for 5 days, she was actually getting worse, because of some of the meds she was getting had been getting and been force fed for 5 days without any signs of pooping. On the fifth day the vet decided Daisy should be put to sleep because she was not going to survive. During this process I had been in contact with Andrea daily. We took Daisy home from the vet and then started to treat her with natural stuff that Andrea suggested Pineapple juice- to break up any organic stuff that might be causing any kind of blockage. Pedialyte - to keep her hydrated Mylacon - to treat her gas along with some of the meds the vet gave us to use. On the second day she still had no poop and Andrea then suggested that we try giving her pumpkin for her constipation. Within 3 hours of giving Daisy her second dosage of pumpkin she pooped for first time in 2 1/2 weeks. Under Andreas' guidance Daisy is making remarkable progress and is getting back to normal. As far as I'm concerned Andrea saved Daisy's life and she has great knowledge on treating chinchillas. Her communication with me(living in Florida) on treating Daisy is second to none and shows her dedication in taking of her chinchillas in her rescue and those that are privately owned. Been able to talk to someone by phone instead of waiting for a reply on a forum is really beneficial and I cannot thank her enough for what she has done. In the future I will donate to her rescue so Andrea can continue to provide the care she gives to chinchillas in her rescue. Andrea you are the best. Thanks, John

Tell your story here and help others understand this charity Recently, one of my chinchillas was badly injured by another, more aggressive chinchilla and I really had no one to turn to. There is no exotics vet in my area and have not have great success in past dealings with veterinarians. I emailed this chinchilla rescue asking for help. I received a very prompt email providing me with much information of which I was ignorant. I wrote back with several other questions and again received great attention and care. My little guy is still recovering, but is doing much better thanks to their help. Not only was having their knowledge and experience helpful, but just knowing that someone out there cares about a stranger and her little chinchilla is very comforting! Thanks so much for your help!

Hi my name is Paula Gsell, I am the proud owner of a one year old male Chinchilla named Tortoro. I was thinking of maybe getting a second Chinchilla for a playmate and friend for Tortoro, when I came across forever Feisty Chinchilla. I filled out an application and shortly after was able to get an unbleievable amount of information regarding my Chinchilla's personal heath and about how one goes about bringing a new chinchilla into your home. It was amazing the information that was given to me. I had read a few books prior to getting my Chinchilla, but it did not have the information I got here at Foever Feisty. This is a wonderful place, these people really love and care so much for these beautiful loving creatures. I took the information I learn here to improve the living condition for my Chin, new house a change in food, and bedding. I am very thankful for this rescue service and the love they show for the gift of life! Sincerely Paula

I visited Forever Feisty Chinchillas with a friend several weeks ago. My friend has already adopted four chinchillas through Andrea and was stopping by for a visit. Although I am not a chinchilla owner, I have adopted all of my prior pets through shelters and rescues (my current cat is a rescued feral). I was very impressed by the quality of care that Andrea provides to her chins. Their living space is immaculately clean and well-organized, and the chins are friendly -- some, even curious. I interacted with a few of them, and they were friendly, calm and curious. Andrea spends the majority of her time caring for and being involved with her chins, and it shows! She explained that she will not adopt to "just anyone" and is very concerned with placing her chins with those who are committed to learning how to care for one properly. Some of her chins have been rescued from situations where they were not properly cared for, and she is committed to making sure the situation does not repeat itself. I highly recommend anyone who is interested in learning more about chinchillas or is interesting in adopting one to contact Forever Feisty Chinchillas. Andrea is a wealth of knowledge and experience and she clearly is committed to the work that she does.

When Andrea called to ask if I would be interested in helping out Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue, my response as an animal lover was a quick "sure!" Every experience with the organization has proven that these folks take their mission seriously and put their animals' welfare first. Besides Andrea's made with love food and wellness products, (no wondering where it comes from or if it's OK for your little one) the rescue itself is surely heaven on earth for the chins. Spotless is the only description for the townhouse style neighborhood, with plenty of bright light, fun colors, and it's own recreation/"park" area. The chins are the stars here, though (sorry to the human landlords!). They are clearly happy and comfortable in the temperature controlled environment as evidenced by the well loved chew toys and darling personalities of the chins I was thrilled to handle. Most chins have carefully chosen roommates or if not, nearby neighbors serve as company for those in single units. Hearing some of the tales of woe these now lucky chins have had to endure before arriving at Forever Feisty, and then seeing them in their current digs, is enough to redeem one's faith in the human race.

I attended a pet adoption/volunteer day a few weeks back in Stamford, where I met the Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue, its founders and some of the lovely chinchillas. My sister-in-law has adopted chinchillas from this organization before, and - from a first hand experience - the founders of this organization take excellent care of their chinchillas, ensuring that every adoption of each animal is placed in a loving home, like my sister in laws, with people that are acceptionally in tune to caring for these creatures unique needs. All in all, I feel the dedication and passion behind the founders organization, as well as the maintenance, organization and structure of such a well tuned operation, make the Forever Fiesty Chinchilla Rescue THE ONE and ONLY place to adopt these beautiful creatures.

My children have helped me grow over the years to not just the owner of many goats but also we enjoy membership in the local 4H club. We are always looking for new opportunities to understand animals. In searching local animal adoption to create a education discussion for our club I came across this site and spent an hour learning enevrything I could need to hold a discussion (I started not being able to spell chinchilla). The site covers housing, feeding, health care, and playing with these little animals. It is very clear that the rescue loves these chinchillas and want the best for them. Because of 4H I am often asked animal care questions and typically I have a general answer but I am adding this rescue site to my list of references. I also was really please to read specific product to purchase that the site feels are better than other available items. When you find a good product it's ok to say so.

I recently heard about possibly getting a chinchilla as a pet from a friend but I needed to learn more about them. I searched the net and came across the Forever Feisty Chinchilla site and was overwhelmed with the amount of information available about chinchillas. The site was well organized, easy to use and answered all of my questions. It would be really great if all websites provided this kind of information. I would recommend this site to anyone who wants to have a chin as a pet.

I am proud to be owned by 6 amazing rescued Chinnies! I try to make up for what they have been through by providing them with the best possible environments, toys and high quality feed. I Love ordering from Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue! Andrea is always so quick to respond to questions and quick to ship out whatever I need. Forever Feisty's Organic Herb and Grain Fusion is the best product I have ever seen for Chinchillas and All of our rescued chins LOVE it! Also.... My husband and I love that a portion of all the money from the things we buy are put right back into the Rescue! Thank you Andrea for your great products and your Big Heart! Thank you for saving so many fuzzy Chinchillas!

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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 :)

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.

My husband and I bought a chinchilla as a Christmas present for our daughter. We did not do any prior research (BIG MISTAKE) and much to our suprise owning a chinchilla was nothing like we had expected! This little rodent was chewing on everything insight (furniture, walls and cords). He was a very distance pet and was not sociable like we had expected. Feeling like we made a huge mistake I went on the Internet looking for help. I came across Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue - LUCKY FOR ME. I spoke to the owner, Andrea, frequently for weeks and sometimes hours at a time. She was so full of knowledge, patience and gave me such wonderful advice. If it was not for Andrea I truely feel that we would have given our Chin away. Now, two years later, I cannot image our life without our little boy, Charley. We have learned to chin-proof our room with Andrea's advice and Charley has grown to be very sociable with us. He will jump on our laps, chase us around the room and give us nose kisses. Forever Feisty is a wonderful organization and I praise the work they do. They love and care for these animals and are always available for questions and advice. I live in Louisville, KY, but I wish I lived closer so that I had the opportunity to visit this Chin Wonderland. If you are thinking about adopting a chinchilla, I cannot stress enough to do your reseach. Chin's are not the pet for everyone, but thankfully in our situation, Andrea was able to help us realize that a chin could fit like a puzzle in our family!

When one of my two chinchillas died in September 2007, my surviving chinchilla went into a deep state of depression. My fun-loving, playful, affectionate chinchilla became very lonely and it was very difficult for me to watch him suffer. I contacted Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue, Inc. (the "Rescue") and requested a chinchilla that was the same gender and age as my surviving chinchilla so they would have a better chance of spending the rest of their lives together. Within days, the Rescue called me and my references and not too long after, a beautiful 7 year old male, chinchilla showed up at my apartment. The two boys bonded almost immediately and now enjoy playing and cuddling together endlessly. The new chinchilla (now called "Hercules") cured my surviving chinchilla's loneliness and has adapted so well to living in his new home. He loves to run around while tweeting very loudly and enjoys being pet on the side of his face. I cannot thank the Rescue enough for its generosity, love of chinchillas, and most of all, Hercules, who brought life back to my beloved chinchilla.

I was quit surprised when my ten year old son came home one day and said, "I would love to get a chinchilla for a pet." As the weeks went on, we realized he was serious. We were happy to support his new interest however, we were astonished when we visited a local pet store and discovered how expensive a chinchilla can be. Our industrious son did not give up. He researched for days and discovered "Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue." The adoption fee was quit reasonable so we filled out an application and anxiously waited for a response. A few days later, we were happy to hear we were accepted. Andrea contacted us and we were introduced to our new members of the family. Immediately, we bonded with our new boys; Scooter & Ollie. My son has never been happier and I have to admit, they are awfully cute. Best of luck to anyone who chooses to take the route similar to ours.

We met Andrea in the Spring of 2006 when we wanted to adopt 2 chins. She was very thorough in checking into our references and providing us all of the information we needed to get started. We love our boys!!!

I have been a member of the board for this rescue for 5 years now. It is a tremendous asset to the rescue community. I never realized that there was such a need for a rescue for these wonderful little creatures. The facility is immaculately kept, with the comfort of chinchilla’s being the highest priority. Placement of the chin’s is done with extreme care for both the chin and the new owner.

Hi, I'm writing to let every know that you wont find another rescue as wonderful and dedicated as Forever Feisty chinchilla Rescue. I have have been fortune enough to have adopted several of Andrea's chinchillas. Her chins are well cared for. She is the only full time chinchilla rescue. I mean 24 / 7 in her home. She will turn herself inside out to help you with anything when it comes to chinchillas. She has studied them for many years and is very knowledgeable. I have read so much mis-information on the net concerning chinchillas, thanks to Andrea I think I have a wonderful healthy bunch. She is also very knowledgeable in the care of Rabbits

I love my chinchilla that I got from forever feisty. He's been my best friend from day one I have no regrets at all of buying him. We really hit it off. The best thing about this is I got to meet him and he was the one Andrea thought I would pick. He's a great match!

I have been adopting from animal rescues since my family got our first ex-racing greyhound in 1984. So when I decided to adopt a chinchilla (my first chin had passed away) I found Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescue. 4 years later I still consider myself extremely lucky to have found them! At first I wanted one but fell in love with a bonded pair. One year later I decided to adopt another pair. I now have 4 healthy chinchillas from them! And I can tell you that the rescues dedication does not stop at the adoptions. They have been helpful to me over the years in so many ways, answering questions, giving me healthy options for diet, environment, and housing for my 4 guys. The rescues owner has even gone so far as to help me find a vet who specialized in chinchillas, was local to me, trustworthy, and knowledgable. She continues to stay in contact with me to this day. It's a comfort to me knowing that I can still call and get any questions/concerns addressed. Forever Feisty Chinchilla Rescues caring and love for both the chinchillas and their new families is truly neverending!

My 11 year old grandaughter has had many pets, including cats, dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, turtles, frogs, hamsters, and a snake. When she announced that she had decided to own a chinchilla, I had never seen one, and only thought about making coats from them. Our vet told us that we should obtain one from a breeder, since chinchillas raised in pet stores may bite. We went to the Internet, and found very little, until we landed at Forever Feisty, which was only two twons away. My grandaughter telephoned, made an appointment, and we went to chinchilla-land, full of dozens of warm, cuddly, friendly, happy animals and an absolutely totally devoted and dedicated owner, who went to great lengths to insure that our house would remain both devoted and deicated to raising a chinchilla. "Sir-Fur" arrived and it took a few days for him to warm up to his new environment. Dylan spoke to the owner almost daily, getting tips and ideas about how to incorporate Sir-Fur into the family. That was months ago. One of the highlights of the recent holidays was having Sir-Fur in her "traveling cage" out with the rest of the family during some of the festivities. This has been a remarkable experience, with new knowledge about a group of animals that began in a small part of South America, and now have become a part of our lives. The support and knowledge and help from the owner has been exemplary. I am not only a client, but also a donor, since I think this entity should survive and thrive.