Golden Chinchillas

Golden Chinchillas is a chinchilla breeder in Colorado near Denver. For over ten years its founder, Ashleigh Powell, has maintained membership in leading chinchilla associations and followed recommended health screening protocols to preserve genetic diversity and detect potential issues early.

The facility occupies a small rural acreage with climate-controlled enclosures that feature multi-level shelving, deep dust-bathing pans and daily cleanings using pet-safe sanitizers to ensure hygiene. Diets emphasize fresh timothy hay, high-fiber forage pellets and occasional produce to support digestive health, and daily supervised play sessions foster calm temperaments suited to home life. Every chinchilla comes with a complete health record, feeding plan and care notes to guide new guardians through handover and beyond.

Ashleigh shares hands-on insights gained from years of research into chinchilla behavior and habitat needs to support gentle socialization from an early age. Several chinchillas have taken part in community science events, sharing firsthand observations of small mammal behavior and sparking curiosity among local attendees.