Unfortunately, rats are with us only for a short time. Some come to us near the ends of their lives – whether this be due to age, illness, or neglect – and some live with us, fosters, and adopters for years to come. Though short, these wonderful creatures each leave an incredible mark on us. This page is in memory of the rats who left us too soon, and a compilation of their stories.
Onyx & Diamond
These two boys are estimated to be born in late November of early December of 2022. They were part of…Pebble & Socks
*** In order to adopt, you must be an existing client of a vet clinic that sees rats. *** Update:…Ebby & Bob (neutered)
*** In order to adopt, you must be an existing client of a vet clinic that sees rats or have…Raphael
*** In order to adopt, you must be an existing client of a vet clinic that sees rats or have…Delilah & Penelope (medical hold)
Update Nov. 23, 2021: Penelope has developed a small mammary tumor in her left armpit area. Her surgery is scheduled…Sandy (sponsor me/special needs)
Sandy came to the Rescue in late May of 2020. She was found in a backyard after her and at…Teddy (sponsor me!)
Teddy was surrendered to the SPCA in Gatineau along with his 2 brothers in 2019 estimated at 1 year old.…Xavier-Lee, Francis & Charles (special needs)
Meet this trio of of older boys, Xavier-Lee, Francis & Charles. They were unfortunately neglected for most of their life…Aria (spayed) & Deny
Update: September 23, 2022. Aria has developed a series of small abscesses near and around her groin. She is currently…Menma & Mei
Update: June 14th, 2021. Unfortunately, Mei’s respiratory infection has returned and will likely require treatment for the rest of her…Bryon & Percy (special needs)
A word from their foster family: “Bryon & Percy are really good boys. They use their litter box almost all…Rowena
Update Jan. 28, 2021. Unfortunately, Cora had to be euthanized at the emergency vet early Thursday morning due to respiratory…