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.
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…Amy (sponsor me!)
Sweet, awkward Amy was surrendered to the Rescue by a previous owner who could not afford to take her to…Daisy (sponsor me!)
Elderly Daisy was brought to the Rescue along with her sister almost 2 and half years ago. They have been…Grey
Update March 2021: Unfortunately, both Wraith and Purple had to be euthanized by our veterinarian due to persistent and worsening…Ellie (sponsor me!)
Sweet elderly Ellie was surrendered to the rescue covered in lice, with a respiratory infection and initial symptoms of PT…Murray (sponsor me!)
Murray is a sweet adult male who was surrendered to us by a well-meaning lady who unfortunately had to move…Gordon
Sweet and independant Gordon has the honor of being the oldest rat currently living at the Rescue. He was surrendered…Sammy & Darla (sponsor us!)
Sammy and Darla were abandoned at the SPCA in Gatineau in horrible condition. Sammy had scabs all over her body…Reba & Dolly (sponsor us!)
Reba & Dolly were abandoned at the SPCA in Gatineau in mid 2019. Both girls are in their senior year…Helena
July 15, 2020: Helena has been diagnosed with a uterine tumor or mass. Awaiting further examination and possible surgery for…Dixie
Sept. 2020: Despite being the completely healthy one, our foster parents were shocked to find Dixie had passed away overnight.…