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.
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…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…