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Meet Seraphina
Animal ID 59328381 
Species Small&Furry 
Breed Chinchilla 
Age 6 years 1 month 18 days 
Gender Female 
Size Large 
Color Buff 
Declawed No 
Housetrained Unknown 
Site The SPCA of Anne Arundel County 
Location Offsite-Annapolis Mall 
Intake Date 9/9/2025 
Stage Available
**Meet Seraphina!**

Seraphina is a beautiful chinchilla looking for a loving, dedicated forever home where she can continue to thrive. This sweet girl is ready to find an adopter who understands that chinchillas are unique companions with special care requirements and who is excited to provide her with everything she needs to live her happiest life.

Chinchillas are intelligent, curious animals who can make wonderful pets, but they are a long-term commitment and require specialized care. A potential adopter should be prepared to provide Seraphina with a spacious enclosure that allows her to climb, explore, and stay active, along with plenty of enrichment to keep her busy and engaged. Because chinchillas are sensitive to heat, she will need a cool, temperature-controlled environment to help prevent dangerous overheating.

Seraphina will also need a proper chinchilla diet consisting of quality hay, chinchilla pellets, and appropriate treats, along with access to fresh water at all times. Her luxurious coat requires regular dust baths to stay clean and healthy-chinchillas should never be bathed with water due to their incredibly dense fur.

With the right care, chinchillas can live **10-15 years, with many reaching 20 years or more**, so adopting Seraphina is a commitment for many years to come. She is looking for someone who is ready to provide patience, consistency, and the specialized care that makes all the difference in a chinchilla's quality of life.

Like many chinchillas, Seraphina may need time to adjust and build trust with her new family. A patient adopter who takes the time to learn her personality, respect her boundaries, and provide positive interactions will be rewarded with a unique and wonderful companion.

If you're ready for the responsibility of chinchilla ownership and are looking for a special little friend to share your life with, Seraphina would love to meet you!