OBX Chinchillas

10/29/2026

To piggy back off of the last update on the large chinchilla placements happening around the US.

To note, even though we have stayed mostly quiet we are paying attention. We are currently not accepting any surrenders due to the uncertainty around this situation. We are proud to have a herd without strep in the lines and we plan to keep it that way. We have always kept the herd small to stay on top of the health and well-being of our animals. We will stay diligent in this effort and will update if we can ever take in surrenders.

We do not have the space to house surrenders completely separate from the herd therefore this decision was a requirement.

Streptococcus equi subsp. zooepidemicus disease (Strep zoo) in chinchillas: signs, animal and human risks, scientific studies, GCA magazine articles and prevention efforts.

10/27/2026

Have you all seen the rescues popping up with chinchillas ready for adoption? We have too!

Here's the thing. These animals are all carrying a very contagious form of strep. They have not undergone proper quarantine for females (120 days to ensure no pregnancies). Nor are they being caged in appropriate cages.

This isn't the rescue's fault by any means. The chinchilla community holds PETA and the humane societies placing these animals accountable. There were knowledgeable places for these animals to go but they were not condoned by PETA and therefore placed in inexperienced hands.

If you adopt one of these animals have your own cultures done to ensure you're not bringing home infections that can pass from chinchillas to other animals in your home. Make sure females are watched for pregnancy at least 115 days.

No matter where the chinchilla comes from OBX Chinchillas places wellness above profit. If you're looking for a new animal, do your research!

10/12/2026

🚨Attention!!

To those that feed oxbow chinchilla food. There was a mix up at the local wildlife rehabilitator here in Dare county. She received the wrong food and the company she orders through won't accept it as a return.

We have teamed up to make sure this food goes where it's needed. The poundage is free, you just have to pay shipping.

With that being said we are asking, for those who can, please donate to her facility.

Picture of the feed for exposure and link for the rehabber will be in the comments. Thank you all for your support.

**Side note she has 30 squirrels that she's trying to feed through the winter.

10/11/2026

Don't miss this opportunity!

We're traveling to Greensboro NC on October 23rd. Transport can be arranged anywhere from the outer banks to Greensboro itself.

Check out our website for more details on availability.

10/04/2026

We have travel coming up this month to Greensboro NC with the ability to bring animals along for transportation. If you're interested reach out directly here or email us at [email protected]

We have a number of animals still available on our website.
www.obxchinchillas.com/our-animals

apparently likes chinchillas 🤯

09/25/2026

We are watching what is happening to our road on and off the island, wondering how long it will take to reopen. In the meantime it's important to let you all know that we will be unavailable for the next couple weeks.

We are traveling and scouting out international retreat locations for our sister company Thaidal Touch.

Stay tuned for photos and updates along our trip.

09/24/2026

Surprise!! A new baby came with the incoming Nor'easter. This beautiful little Violet will probably be staying here this time.

There are a handful of animals on the website.

We will be out of the office until October 10th. While we will still answer questions and emails response may not be as quick as normal.

09/21/2026

These two girls went to their new home this weekend. So happy to make a family in Georgia smile. Yes we delivered them all the way to Augusta!

We make trips around GA, SC, NC, and VA. Reach out for more information.

09/15/2026

Here he is! This cutie is showing his white coat off. He's got to be one of the sweetest little boys we have right now.

Headed to from coastal North Carolina to Augusta Georgia Thursday with stops available along the route.

Find more information about this little man on the website. www.obxchinchillas.com/our-animals

09/04/2026

I can't wait to show you all how this little man has changed already. The grey is almost pure white and the dark spots are coming in.

There's still opportunities to get on the travel list for Augusta GA or anywhere along the route. Reach out directly or visit www.obxchinchillas.com for more information.