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Jacob

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Sweet Jacob has come a very long way and anyone who meets him now would never guess that he used to be a terrified, aggressive rescue from a hoarder. Estimated to be just over 1 year old, Jacob has been neutered, properly socialized and now just wants a home with 2 or more female rats and a human lap to call home. Although it will take a week or more for Jacob to warm up to you, once he does, he is the perfect cuddle-buddy and fellow couch-potato. He loves to just lay on your stomach or on yo...
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Gaston & Chias

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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

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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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Pipper & Charlie

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Meet Pipper and Charlie. These two sweethearts didn't get much love or attention in their previous home where it seems like they were rarely handled. Pipper (agouti) arrived with a pea-sized abscess on her throat which has now been resolved and 100% healed. She is definitely the slightly more nervous of the two girls. Charlie is slightly more outgoing, and much more easily coaxed out with food and gentle words. Both girls still have a ways to go and are looking for a caring, understanding hom...
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Guy & Stéphane *medical hold*

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Meet brothers Guy and Stéphane! These two nearly identical brothers were rescued along with 18 other rats from a horrible situation. Although they were terrified, quick to bite, and sick, with the amount of time and love their foster-dad has given them, both boys are now fully adoptable! Guy is the more outgoing of the two brothers. He spends most of his time wondering around his foster dad's bedroom, going back to the cage only for food, water, or poop-breaks (he's well litter trained!). Gu...
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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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Jared & Monty

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These two brothers not only look similar, but have the same outgoing, friendly, lovable personality. They absolutely LOVE to give kisses and like nothing more than hanging out with their humans. At 1 year old, they are healthy and still incredibly active. Jared is all black, while Monty has a neat white belly that begs to be tickled. Jared & Monty must go to a home as a pair, but they can also be adopted with their foster brothers, Ghost & Buster.
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Orion, Prancer & Dancer

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Orion, Prancer and Dancer are a trio of adventurous and brave brothers looking for a loving home together. All three boys rush to the door of the cage when you walk by and can't wait to come out to play. They are part of a group of 21 rats rescued on Christmas Eve 2014. Orion is definitely the most confident and out-going of this band of brothers, while Prancer is the most reserved and Dancer fits right in the middle! It is adorable to watch these 3 boys cuddle and love each other. How could ...
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Thistle & Dhalia

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Meet Thistle & Dhalia! These two sisters were part of the Maniwaki rescue and were surrendered as young rats. They have since grown into gorgeous little ladies. They were born on March 31st 2015, making them 7.5 months old of as of November 18, 2015. They don't adore being handled for too long but they love exploring, running all over their foster mom and enjoying life. They love to come hang out on your shoulder and run around your lap, but would rather avoid being held. They love to have...
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Ellie & Violet

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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

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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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Dawn & Misty

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Meet Dawn & Misty! These sisters are outgoing, friendly and eager to hang out with their humans. They were surrendered as newborns by a hoarder in Valleyfield and have grown up at the rescue. They are always eager for out-times and love using humans as a jungle gym to climb onto and give kisses. They are the perfect little girls. Dawn & Misty are available for adoption with their cage-mates Ebony & Sammy, Thistle & Dhalia and Dandelion & Daffodil in groups of 2, 4, 6 or 8. To adopt t...
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Snapdragon & Bepop

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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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Lotus & Bonsai

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Lotus and Bonsai are 3 month old boys (as of June 2015) who were surrendered with their litter-mates in April. These sweet and beautiful boys enjoy human company, are very social, easy to handle, friendly and are adorable! Lotus and Bonsai are available for adoption with their cagemates Snapdragon & Bebop. To adopt or foster these boys, please fill out the adoption/foster application under > Get Involved > Adopt.
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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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Susan & Gabriel (neutered)

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** Medical Hold ** Susan has developed a mammary tumor and will not be available for adoption until after successful removal and recovery. Susan & Gabriel are two sweet rats who are absolutely in love with each other. They are never far from each other, and spend most of their time cuddling, eating while pressed against each other, or taking turns draped over each other. And if that weren't cute enough, Gabriel is about twice Susan's size, yet he regularly lets her roll him over and groom ...
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Fred & George

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These brave little boys are estimated to be about 3.5 months old as of April 20, 2015. Fred & George are two nearly identically, and totally inseparable brothers. They have lived every moment of their young lives so far, together, and we would like to make sure that it stays that way. The best way to tell these boys apart is to look at their white tummy markings. Similar, but one definitely has a little more white (we just aren't sure which yet!). Both boys are super outgoing and always fo...
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Harry & Ronald

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These brave little boys are estimated to be about 3.5 months old as of April 20, 2015. Harry is a black self with a big healing gash on his shoulder. He's quite the trooper, and despite his deplorable beginnings, is happy to march right out into anyone's hand! His brother Ronald is just as outgoing. These two lucky boys are unfazed by the sudden change in their life and has accepted their new freedom with gusto! They are looking for a forever home that will allow them to climb, explore and...
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Noah & Lilou

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** Medical Hold ** Noah & Lilou are brothers who were originally dumped in front of a pet store in Orleans along with 13 other rats. They were adopted as babies and lived a wonderful life up until early 2015. Unfortunately, the family who had adopted them purchased a puppy and decided they no longer wanted Noah & Lilou. So these boys are back in our care. Both are extremely friendly, cuddly and give kisses. Noah had three small lumps removed from his shoulder and is now in perfect healt...
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Chib & Strich

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These two adorable 8-11 month old boys are looking for a forever home together. Here are a few words from their foster-dad: Hi, my name is Ilia and I was lucky to become a foster for these amazing rats during my short four-month visit to Ottawa. Their names mean "Black and White", and "Stripe", respectively. They came in a tiny hamster cage on January 28th 2015, and soon got used to their new, six-story cage provided by the Rescue. Chib is the alpha male. He is not aggressive, although he ...
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