Furball Critters

Furball Critters is a chinchilla breeder in Santa Cruz, CA, in the Monterey Bay region near San Jose. It has cared for chinchillas for several years, prioritizing regular veterinary care and carefully balanced diets to support long-term health.

Its setup features spacious indoor enclosures with soft bedding, supervised out-of-cage time, and a variety of natural toys to encourage active play and natural behaviors. Raised in a calm household setting, each chinchilla becomes accustomed to gentle handling and enjoys daily enrichment activities that strengthen their social bonds. Owner Diane Kipnis offers detailed care guidance, and many newcomers note the clear instructions and ongoing support she provides.

It maintains a transparent breeding record for each chinchilla, detailing parent lineage and routine health updates from veterinary visits. It also provides ongoing advice on diet, housing, and socialization, helping families establish harmonious pet relationships.