Thelma & Louise

Age: 2-4<br/><br/>Sex: Female<br/><br/>Color: Standard Grey <br/><br/>Original Arrival Date: 4/16/2025 <br/><br/>Cage Mate: YES<br/><br/>Adoption Fee: $75 (fee is for both girls, they must be adopted together)<br/><br/><br/>This pair of girls came to us from the Bradshaw animal shelter, where they were surrendered by their family. They're both very plump and have very nice fur. Thelma is the darker standard. She's stubborn and determined to have her way. Louise is the slightly smaller and lighter standard grey. She's equally stubborn but malleable—typical chinchilla behavior.<br/><br/>We believe that, while they were well provided for, they were not handled very regularly. They have absolutely no idea how to react to being held and handled, and with me being so sick, I don't have the patience to make them sit still any more than I have<br/><br/>Update from their foster :<br/><br/>Written by Issy: Thelma is a sassy girl who loves a treat but will only accept it from you if she deems you worthy. She does occasionally nip but does not break the skin. <br/>They both love chew toys and are healthy eaters, and dust bath loving chinchillas. <br/><br/>Louise is a social, She likes to explore a chinchilla proof room outside the cage and she delights in new things, like toss toys. She’s a bit shy when it comes to new people but in time she will show you her personality. <br/><br/><br/>To adopt, you must apply with Cali_FID Rescue.<br/><br/>Go to www.califidparrotandexotic.com and fill out the adoption application. <br/><br/>These animals live in FOSTER HOMES. The rescue group does not have a facility for visitors. <br/><br/>If you have any additional questions about Cali_FID’s Chinchillas please contact our adoption coordinator; califidchins@gmail.com <br/><br/>Thank you for choosing adoption!

Age: 2-4

Sex: Female

Color: Standard Grey

Original Arrival Date: 4/16/2025

Cage Mate: YES

Adoption Fee: $75 (fee is for both girls, they must be adopted together)


This pair of girls came to us from the Bradshaw animal shelter, where they were surrendered by their family. They're both very plump and have very nice fur. Thelma is the darker standard. She's stubborn and determined to have her way. Louise is the slightly smaller and lighter standard grey. She's equally stubborn but malleable—typical chinchilla behavior.

We believe that, while they were well provided for, they were not handled very regularly. They have absolutely no idea how to react to being held and handled, and with me being so sick, I don't have the patience to make them sit still any more than I have

Update from their foster :

Written by Issy: Thelma is a sassy girl who loves a treat but will only accept it from you if she deems you worthy. She does occasionally nip but d

Age: 2-4

Sex: Female

Color: Standard Grey

Original Arrival Date: 4/16/2025

Cage Mate: YES

Adoption Fee: $75 (fee is for both girls, they must be adopted together)


This pair of girls came to us from the Bradshaw animal shelter, where they were surrendered by their family. They're both very plump and have very nice fur. Thelma is the darker standard. She's stubborn and determined to have her way. Louise is the slightly smaller and lighter standard grey. She's equally stubborn but malleable—typical chinchilla behavior.

We believe that, while they were well provided for, they were not handled very regularly. They have absolutely no idea how to react to being held and handled, and with me being so sick, I don't have the patience to make them sit still any more than I have

Update from their foster :

Written by Issy: Thelma is a sassy girl who loves a treat but will only accept it from you if she deems you worthy. She does occasionally nip but does not break the skin.
They both love chew toys and are healthy eaters, and dust bath loving chinchillas.

Louise is a social, She likes to explore a chinchilla proof room outside the cage and she delights in new things, like toss toys. She’s a bit shy when it comes to new people but in time she will show you her personality.


To adopt, you must apply with Cali_FID Res