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About the Rats

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Thank you for considering adoption! We almost always adopt rats out with at least one friend. Single rats that come into our care are matched with one or more friends before adoption whenever possible. Rats posted together are likely bonded & must be adopted as a group, or sometimes, in smaller groups/pairs. *If you don’t see a bio - reach out, or check back soon - one will be up shortly! We update info here as often as we can :)

*Do not assume sex and sterilization status. Many of our rats are spayed or neutered, and some have gendered names that do not align with their sex in the way society expects.

We accept specific & general applications, before you see the cute face! Not all rats in our care are posted here. We update as often as we can, but sometimes get too busy! If you submit an application ahead of time, we can get you approved, & let you know when we have a match! This helps us home rats sooner, which is wonderful considering rats’ lives are so short. *Please note, we still need to quarantine & get to know all rats before they go home.

Some of the rats listed here are completing quarantine, recovering from illness, injury, or routine surgery (spay/neuters), while others are sorting out some emotional problems before jumping into any new relationships! Many of these rats will be available for adoption soon, and some are available for foster-to-adopt while they await and recover from routine spay/neuters.

​Our sanctuary rats on the other hand, will remain with us for the rest of their lives. They’re matched with a permanent foster family dedicated to helping them live their best lives. While in our care, they get loved up on & spoiled for the rest of their days. Our sanctuary rats are given the chance to know how it feels to be a “heart rat.” They’re given a world full of love & are surrounded by this love when they transition through end of life. Rats who are already palliative, or seen as “less adoptable” due to behavioural or medical needs may be placed in sanctuary.

Sponsorship helps us recover vet costs so we can accept new intakes. Contribute to a rat’s Sponsorship for ANY AMOUNT. Every bit helps. Rats may have multiple sponsors to reach their goal. To sponsor, send a one-time donation with the name of the rat you’d like to sponsor in the notes.

- E-transfer: RainbowRatRefuge@gmail.com
- PayPal: @RainbowRatRefuge
- Or sign up as a Monthly Supporter

*please note: services are often discounted for our rescue thanks to our partnerships with generous veterinary professionals. Adopters should expect to pay more for their rats at most vet clinics. Total sponsorship amounts also don’t include preventative parasite treatment, mobile RVT exams, or other care costs.

AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION

Arthur + Puffo
Meet Arthur + Puffo 💕

friendly | curious | gentle | 1 year old | unaltered males
🐀 Puffo | black with white markings
🐀 Arthur | himalayan

These two lovely guys came from a high-kill shelter in Quebec. They are very chill and sweet! Arthur is a bit shy,  but very gentle, and entertaining! He loves to build nests. Puffo is described by his past Foster Mum as "perfect." He's outgoing and social. He enjoys destroying Arthur's nests. Arthur and Puffo are very bonded and need to be adopted together. They’d be great for first-time rat caregivers, and likely wonderful with kids too! You can stop by Fox Hollow Pet Boutique in Warkworth to meet them! 💞

QUARANTINE OR MEDICAL HOLD

Ravenpaw + Sid + Judge
Ravenpaw + Judge + Sid 💕

mix of personalities | young adults | males

🐀 Sid | gray | sweet | chill
🐀 Ravenpaw | black | cuddly | so fun
🐀 Judge | white | shy | curious

Ravenpaw came in as a single rat and was first tried with an older male who also came in on his own. It turned out to be a challenging match, so we opted to try him with Judge and Sid. Ravenpaw was frozen and trembling with anxiety.

Despite being at the age that is most difficult to introduce male rats due to high hormone levels, Judge and Sid instantly welcomed Ravenpaw. They began comforting him, and eased his nervousness quickly. It didn’t take long for us to know the pairing was a success. They’re now a trio! 🐀🐀🐀

💬 “Judge, Raven, & Sid are a busy trio, getting more comfortable with each passing day in foster care.

Judge is a little bit of a nervous fellow, but will come for a sniff, and maybe even a pet. As the days pass, he becomes bolder and braver.

Raven LOVES to be out exploring, snuggling, and playing, after just a few days he has gone from shy, to coming out for a sniff, to climbing arms and snuggling into your neck.

Sid is a quiet fellow who likes to hang out in his hammock while his brothers play chase through the cage.

These three will make a very sweet addition to anybody’s life, I have no doubt that they will have someone laughing, and cuddling them as much as they can stand.”

happy + socks + riddle + Jolene + Ferrari
Bios coming soon!

Boots + mimosa
Bios coming soon!

May + Dart + Houdini + Dash + Bullet
Bios coming soon!

SANCTUARY RATS

Angel + cornpop + greenbean + Holly
social | loving | crave attention
saved from euthanasia | medical needs
here since March 10 | adoption fee = $25/rat (when/if adoptable)

💬 All 4 girls are active, friendly, and sweethearts. All of them also have medical issues likely to require considerable veterinary care. They love being with people. They enjoy rearranging their setup. Angel loves to cuddle up by your neck and boggle. Cornpop also enjoys scrapes around head and nose to help loosen mucus. ❤️

Angel | ~1-2yo | white, 1 on tail | unaltered female
lice, lumps, severe respiratory issues, injured toe
🩺 current vet costs = $177.41
💚 sponsors = needed
Cornpop | ~1-2yo | white | unaltered female
lice, lump, severe respiratory issues
🩺 current vet costs = $299.45
💚 sponsors = needed
Holly | ~ 8mo | agouti | unaltered female
lice, lump, respiratory issues
🩺 current vet costs = $177.41
💚 sponsors = needed
Greenbean | ~ 8mo | agouti | unaltered female
lice, respiratory issues
🩺 current vet costs = $177.41
💚 sponsors = needed

OUR ADOPTION PROCESS

This is our Adoption Process:
1. Apply:
  1. Fill out the Adoption Application
  2. Wait patiently and an Adoption Counselor will get back to you within 1 week regardless of our decision
2. Learn, Meet, and Decide:
  1. Ask questions! Ask questions now to save headaches later. We want this to work, but only if it’s workable!
  2. Approve your setup. The Adoption Counselor will go over your setup's suitability with you. If it isn't up to par at the start - that's okay! We will recommend improvements and work with you to get it there so it can be approved. 
  3. If approved, we will arrange a phone, virtual or in-person meet-and-greet with your rats and their Foster Family. 
  4. This is the point where you and the foster family can further reflect on whether it is a good match or not. Be honest! If it’s not, we can look at other options
3. Finalize the Adoption! 
  1. Payment of nonrefundable adoption fee of $25/rat (processed through a link texted to you, cash or e-transfer).
  2. Read and sign the Adoption Agreement
  3. Adoption Day! Pick up your rats from their foster family at an agreed upon location. Remember to bring a suitable carrier. We can help you decide on a good one!
Your adoption includes:
  1. Physical exam by an experienced RVT or Veterinarian
  2. Preventative revolution 
  3. Spay/neuter (*most of the time* This is routine for all healthy animals of a certain age)
  4. Any necessary veterinary care up until the adoption date
  5. Medical and behavioural records
  6. Completion of 2-week quarantine period
  7. Handling and socialization in their foster home
  8. Ongoing support from our rescue, for the life of your rats
  9. Your rats' favourite hide or blanket (plus their non-reusable toys, and dig box if they have one!)
  10. Immeasurable love and happiness from your new family member!

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Contact Us

E-mail: Rainbowratrefuge@gmail.com

​Call or text: 705-808-0121
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Rat-tastic, regular FRIENDS!
​beaches animal hospital, dale vet, fox hollow pet boutique, pebble fleece goodies, bridgenorth paulmacs, plant goals ptbo, the wooden rat, Millenium city vet, kristina's cozy critters

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  • HOME
  • ABOUT US
    • Who We Are
    • Foster Program
    • Community Rat Care Program
    • Education
  • FOSTER / SUPPORT US
    • Donate
    • Fundraisers
    • Volunteer
    • Foster Application
    • Volunteer Application
    • Educate
  • ADOPT / MEET THE RATS!
    • Meet The Rats!
    • Adoption Application
    • Partnered Adoption Application
  • LEARNING
    • Community Resources
    • Enrichment
  • STORE
    • Mystery Boxes >
      • Brux Box
      • Boggle Box
      • Gnaw Box
    • SETUP >
      • Cages
      • Hammocks
      • Cozy Foam Buckets
      • Hand-Braided Ropes
      • Hand-Crafted Pear Perches
      • Hand-Crafted Ledges
    • ENRICHMENT >
      • Dig Box
      • Bonding Scarves
      • Hanging Forage Toy
    • FOOD / TREATS >
      • Mischief Chips
      • Pear Twig Bundle
      • Snack Bag
    • MERCH >
      • "Be Ratical" Shirt
      • "Be Ratical" Tote
    • Gift Card
    • ALL ITEMS