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Gaston & Chias

Posted on by Rachel Shen
Meet Gaston and Chias who were abandoned by a "feeder breeder" in Toronto. Thankfully, our good friend Alex offered these brothers - and TWENTY TWO other rats - a safe home until they could be transferred to the Rescue in Ottawa. Gaston is brave, outgoing, and definitely wants to be the boss. His right hand man is Chias, who gives as good as he gets. These two are the most friendly and are looking for a home where they will be allowed to have lengthy out-times to burn off all that excess energy....
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Meeko & Fleek

Posted on by Rachel Shen
Meeko and Fleek were transferred to us from the SPCA Outaouais. These boys were abandoned at the SPCA in a cardboard box when they were only about a month old. Now, they are 5 months old and flourishing under the love of their foster mom. They are very good shoulder-riders, and while both are still a tad nervous about being picked up, they don't put up much of a fight. Once they are out and about, they love climbing up on you, and checking in to see what the human is doing. These bonded b...
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George, Franklin & Lucas

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Meet George, Franklin & Lucas (left to right), three babies who were lucky to be saved and to meet each other. Lucas was born when a pet store sold his pregnant young mother as a pet. Since she was a baby herself, she only gave birth to 3 little ones and he was the only boy. The girl who purchased his mother decided she could not keep him and so brought him to the Rescue. Franklin and Lucas were going to become snake food, but after a series of fortunate and not-so-fortunate events, they end...
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Toby & Ben

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Meet Toby & Ben. Probably the most adorable, active, puppy-like rats you will ever meet. When Toby and Ben are excited to see people they will drop everything and immediately run to the door. They are great for being picked up or held and are free to run on the ground because they come immediately when called. Toby (black and white hooded) is more eager to please, whereas Ben is a tiny bit more independent and will sometimes play hard-to-get. Both boys are about 4-5 months old and are look...
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Eponine & Pierrette

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These two sisters are looking for a patient, understanding, loving family who has experience with rats, or are willing to work with them, through thick and thin. They were rescued from a very bad situation along with 18 other rats, many of whom will also need a special home. Eponine and Pierrette have both come so far. Out of all of the girls from this large rescue, they have adjusted most quickly to new situations. In February 2016, both girls presented with a small mammary tumor in their gr...
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Fleur & Cosette

Posted on by Rachel Shen
These two sisters are looking for a patient, understanding, loving family who has experience with rats, or are willing to work with them, through thick and thin. They were rescued from a very bad situation along with 18 other rats, many of whom will also need a special home. The first is tiny little Fleur. Despite her diminutive size, Fleur is quick to protect her much larger sister, Cosette. She is unfortunately still quite prone to nipping, especially when anyone tries to pick her up. Howev...
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Albus, Sirius and Remus

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These 3 boys are a father/son trio, Albus being the big bossy dad, while his sons, Sirius and Remus, are much more easy going and carefree. All three boys get along wonderfully and after a long time in foster care, are now healthy, happy and ready to find their forever home. Are you looking for a sweet trio of boys to take home? Look no further! To adopt Albus and his boys, please fill out the adoption application under "Get Involved" -> "Adopt".
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Ellie & Violet

Posted on by Rachel Shen
UPDATE: Sadly, on November 17, 2015, Ellie was euthanized by her veterinarian because she had congestive heart failure and fluid was building up in her lungs, making it very difficult for her to breathe. Violet has lost her friend but we are working on introducing her to some new friends so that she will not be lonely. Meet the ever sweet and adorable Ellie and Violet. As of June 2015, these girls are about a year old. Ellie and Violet, who were once shy, are now social girls who like get...
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Nestle & Ginny (females)

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Meet Nestle and Ginny! These girls are approximately a year old and were originally surrendered to the Outaouais/Gatineau SPCA. Since we often work with our local shelters, we had these two transferred to us so that we could find them forever homes! Nestle and Ginny are very friendly and curious. They love to run all over their foster mom during out times and give her lots of attention. They will come right to the door of their cage to see you and ask to be let out to play. Although they a...
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Dandelion & Daffodil

Posted on by Rachel Shen
Meet Dandelion & Daffodil! These 2 sisters were part of the Maniwaki rescue and were surrendered along with their numerous siblings. Although they are still a bit hand shy, they love attention, are calm, love to explore and enjoy cuddling with their cage-mates. They appreciate lots of out-times and like to come visit their foster mom while they are busy running around. Dandelion & Daffodil are available for adoption with their cage-mates Dawn & Misty, Thistle & Dhalia and Ebony & Sammy in ...
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Snapdragon & Bepop

Posted on by Rachel Shen
Meet Bebop and Snapdragon, two boys closely bonded that came from different situations. Bepop was at a shelter, living in a tiny hamster cage for 3.5 months and was in danger of being euthanized for a respiratory infection. Thankfully, they allowed Rachel to take him and introduce him to some desperately needed friends and a healthier living environment. One of the friends that helped him come out of his shell is Snapdragon. Snapdragon is very brave and eager to please. He is often found p...
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Marigold & Inka

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Marigold and Inka are a wonderful pair of rats available for adoption. Marigold and Inka are not sisters but they were raised together since they were very young and are very bonded now. They are social rats who love to explore and receive lots of attention! Marigold & Inka are available for adoption or fostering along with their cagemates Toohart & Poppy and Noir & Lilac. To adopt or foster this lovely trio, please fill our the adoption application under > Get Involved > Adopt! ...
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Kirby & Yoshi

Posted on by Kaitlynne-Rae
Kirby and Yoshi, formerly Hunter and Marlow, have been adopted into a wonderful home where they will be lavished with the cuddles and attention they deserve. These two boys are members of the group of rats and babies we took in from the SPCA. They are originally from a pet store that dumped 66 rats (including some pregnant adults) on the SPCA - who is simply not equipped to handle that many rats. We stepped in, taking 29 of the rats - including these two loves. These boys will be avai...
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