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.
(more…)

Homes Needed
Homes Needed

Could you use some furry love in your life?
We have some friends that will make your day.
(more…)

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.
(more…)

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.

View More

Available Rats

Rasputin, Peter and Kenny

Rasputin, Peter and Kenny

This adorable trio are actually a dad (Rasputin) and his two sons! We estimate the dad was born s...
Gracie and Bella

Gracie and Bella

These sisters are the daughters of Nessie and Stella. We know that they were born on Dec. 28, 2025. ...
Micra, Vixi, Astro & Mori

Micra, Vixi, Astro & Mori

These sisters were born at the rescue on July 12, 2026. Their mom was dumped outside while pregnant,...

Fosters Needed

Donations Matter

Happy Endings

Brothers Joseph & Giorno are estimated to have been born sometime in December of 2021. They arrived at the Rescue extremely skinny, but thei...
Joseph & Giorno
Brothers Pigeon and Wren were dumped at the SPCA Gatineau, and unfortunately we know very little about them. We estimate they are about 18 m...
Pigeon & Wren
Meet adorable, 8 month old sisters, Rosalind and Bella. You will not find a friendlier, or more sociable pair of rats anywhere. Rosalind ...
Rosalind and Bella
These sisters are estimated to be born some time in Sept. 2020. While Wilhelmina & Karma are still a little bit shy and unsure about being ...
Wilhelmina & Karma
Meet sisters Squeak & Cricket who will absolutely melt your heart. Their estimated birthday is Aug. 17 or 19th. They were the result of a pe...
Squeak & Cricket
View All Happy Endings