* Phoenix has been adopted by his foster home! Yay! *

We rescued Phoenix from a high-kill shelter in Quebec.

Here’s a note from Phoenix’s foster home:

“Phoenix is a gentle and adorable creature who seems to prefer being left alone, but does not mind being pet in small intervals. This could change when he becomes more accustomed to his forever family. He sleeps during the day, but does not make a lot of noise when awake in the evening. His favourite toy is his wicker ball, and he loves to snack on raisins taken from your hand. Phoenix is full of curiosity and likes to observe what is happening around him. Thank you for opening your heart and home to a sweet little guy.”

Chinchillas need large and specific housing and require more care than a rabbit or guinea pig. Chinchillas can live for fifteen to twenty years, so Phoenix will need to be adopted to someone with some small animal experience and someone who is ready for a long term commitment. Chinchillas do not make appropriate pets for young children.
Think you might want to adopt a chinchilla? Make sure to read this page first.