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Shadow

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Large
  • chinchilla
  • Chinchilla

About Shadow

Wolcott, IN

Species & Breed

chinchilla
Chinchilla

Physical Traits

Adult
Male
Large
Coat: Short
Blue / Gray

Behavior

House-trained: No

Shadow’s Compatibility

    This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Shadow's Story

Standard grey male chinchilla -- "Shadow"<br/>Unknown age (adult)<br/><br/>**Shadow originally came to us as part of a pair.  Unfortunately, he started beating up his buddy, so the pair had to be separated.  He is being rehomed as a single chin as a result.**<br/><br/>--very curious boy -- open the cage door and he's right there, checking out what you're doing <br/>--cautious around hands though, and will move back if you reach for him <br/>--if you reach real slow, you can reach and pet him <br/>--prefers being scooped up with two hands <br/>--doesn't love being handled, but will settle down after being in your arms for a little bit (just a bit nervous)<br/>--likes to tuck his head into the crook of your arm while you're holding him <br/>--sweet boy<br/>--might enjoy playtime or a wheel <br/><br/>Farmhand thoughts -- "not a big fan of hands, but also settles pretty well once out and comfortable.  Super friendly!"<br/><br/>Adoption fee -- $75 cash or zelle / $83 card or other electronic payment <br/><br/>Interested in adopting? Fill out an adoption form on our website -- nwichinchillas.com<br/><br/>All of our chinchillas come with a baggie of food to start you out with as well as a printed out version of our chinchilla care packet.<br/><br/>This chinchilla is located in Wolcott, Indiana (47995 about 30 minutes north of Lafayette, IN. We can deliver for *some* chinchillas, and for others, we can help you with finding ground transport. We are able to work with your own transport as well!<br/><br/>We also sell cages / supplies / accessories for your new furball! You can make us your one-stop-shop!<br/><br/>Check out our website nwichinchillas.com

Standard grey male chinchilla -- "Shadow"
Unknown age (adult)

**Shadow originally came to us as part of a pair.  Unfortunately, he started beating up his buddy, so the pair had to be separated.  He is being rehomed as a single chin as a result.**

--very curious boy -- open the cage door and he's right there, checking out what you're doing 
--cautious around hands though, and will move back if you reach for him 
--if you reach real slow, you can reach and pet him 
--prefers being scooped up with two hands 
--doesn't love being handled, but will settle down after being in your arms for a little bit (just a bit nervous)
--likes to tuck his head into the crook of your arm while you're holding him 
--sweet boy
--might enjoy playtime or a wheel 

Farmhand thoughts -- "not a big fan of hands, but also settles pretty well once out and comfortable.  Super friendly!"

Adoption fee -- $75 cash or zelle / $83 card or other electronic payment

Interested in adopti

Standard grey male chinchilla -- "Shadow"
Unknown age (adult)

**Shadow originally came to us as part of a pair.  Unfortunately, he started beating up his buddy, so the pair had to be separated.  He is being rehomed as a single chin as a result.**

--very curious boy -- open the cage door and he's right there, checking out what you're doing 
--cautious around hands though, and will move back if you reach for him 
--if you reach real slow, you can reach and pet him 
--prefers being scooped up with two hands 
--doesn't love being handled, but will settle down after being in your arms for a little bit (just a bit nervous)
--likes to tuck his head into the crook of your arm while you're holding him 
--sweet boy
--might enjoy playtime or a wheel 

Farmhand thoughts -- "not a big fan of hands, but also settles pretty well once out and comfortable.  Super friendly!"

Adoption fee -- $75 cash or zelle / $83 card or other electronic payment

Interested in adopting? Fill out an adoption form on our website -- nwichinchillas.com

All of our chinchillas come with a baggie of food to start you out with as well as a printed out version of our chinchilla care packet.

This chinchilla is located in Wolcott, Indiana (47995 about 30 minutes north of Lafayette, IN. We can deliver for *some* chinchillas, and for others, we can help you with finding

How To Adopt

Shadow was listed as Adoptable by NWI Chinchilla Rescue
How can I adopt Shadow?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with NWI Chinchilla Rescue. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
When can I meet Shadow?
If you've submitted an inquiry, NWI Chinchilla Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Shadow, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to NWI Chinchilla Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
NWI Chinchilla Rescue's Adoption Policy
We ask that all potential adopters review our Chinchilla Care Packet first, and then complete an adoption form. The adoption form allows us to ensure that the chinchillas and other pets that we are adopting out, go to educated homes that will care for them correctly.

Shadow is from NWI Chinchilla Rescue

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