Ruff Start Rescue

Animal care program Ruff Start Rescue is dedicated to saving the lives of animals in need and is a no-kill, 100% spay/neuter Rescue that helps animals of all breeds, ages, and medical conditions across Minnesota and the united states. Since march 2010, Ruff Start has saved over 25,007 animals. Ruff Start is foster-based, with no physical shelter to house animals. The Rescue has over 1,396 approved foster homes throughout central Minnesota and provides the community with resources to keep their pets in homes. It also partners with adoption centers to help place animals with adoptive families. See schedule o for additional details.

Community support Ruff Start Rescue is committed to fostering resident animal welfare by providing resources to surrounding communities in need. In 2023, Ruff Start contributed over 10,223 lbs. Of pet food to families, local shelters, food banks, and animal rescues. Inspired by donors' generosity on give to the max day and recognizing the critical need to offer support and alleviate the increasing pressures leading to owner-surrenders, Ruff Start Rescue introduced its first community giveback day in november 2023. Rsr donated 2,493 lbs. Of food to local families on this day alone.

Education program Ruff Start Rescue's education program encourages community members of all ages to become responsible and compassionate pet owners and animal advocates. See schedule o for additional details.