2026 Calendars
2026 Calendars

The Ottawa Pet Rat Rescue 2026 calendar is here! (more…)

Rat Greeting Card/Birthday Card Set
Rat Greeting Card/Birthday Card Set

We are so excited to announce this small fundraising project / collaboration with our talented friend and illustrator, Eleanor Stewart.
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Homes Needed
Homes Needed

Could you use some furry love in your life?
We have some friends that will make your day.
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Rat Mythbusters!
Rat Mythbusters!

Are rats really the smelly, disease ridden vermin society makes them out to be? We don’t think so, here’s why.
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Welcome to Ottawa Pet Rat Rescue!

Welcome to Ottawa Pet Rat Rescue!

For a long time, we have seen the need for an official, registered pet rat rescue in Ottawa. We are now proud and excited to have our dream realized! Whether it's finding a new loving home for a rat in need, or giving advice about health, diet and behaviour to a rat-parent, we hope to make a positive difference in the lives of pet rats. Please visit our website often to see what events were are planning, who is waiting for a forever home, and what fun ratty news we'd like to share. We welcome all comments and questions.

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Available Rats

Merlin & Gandalf

Merlin & Gandalf

These two senior boys are estimated to be over a year old. It is unfortunately difficult to tell exa...
Ember, Nova, Birch and Moose (Experienced Home or Sponsor Us!)

Ember, Nova, Birch and Moose (Experienced Home or Sponsor Us!)

These girls are all in their senior years and were surrendered by their previous owner due to worsen...
Rosie and Stevie (adoption pending)

Rosie and Stevie (adoption pending)

These adorable sisters were born on Dec. 28, 2025 and were the result of an oops litter. Their origi...

Fosters Needed

Donations Matter

Happy Endings

These two girls came to us from a breeder in Mascouche who had been reported and was getting rid of his animals. Both came pregnant and very...
Dixie & Anna
This pair of sisters were surrendered to by their previous owner who found herself unable to provide the care they needed. The foster con...
Serein & Tsunami
Meet sweet, gorgeous boy Clive! He is estimated to be 7-10 months old, and has the energy level of a much younger rat! Clive may first a...
Clive (neutered)
Lotus and Bonsai are 3 month old boys (as of June 2015) who were surrendered with their litter-mates in April. These sweet and beautiful...
Lotus & Bonsai
Meet brothers, Benny and Hugo. You will not find a more adorable pair anywhere! These brothers were unfortunately surrendered for being "too...
Benny & Hugo
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