There are a number of rescues that are dealing with an overwhelming amount of rats, from situations such as hoarding or being released in the wild and breeding unchecked. These rescues are in need of adopters, fosters, and donations. If you are thinking of adopting and are near one of these rescue operations (many do work out rat trains, too, so please keep that in mind), please check our Large-Scale Rescues page. Currently, these are occurring in CA, OK, TX, WA.
For information about adopting rats as pets, please check the Adopt A Pet Rat website.
RescueMe.org has a worldwide list of shelters that take in rodents.
Baskets For Bunnies collects & sends supplies to rabbit rescues - including those in Canada. Many of the organizations shelter ratties, and other small animals.
Guardian Angels For Soldiers Pets needs foster parents throughout the U.S.A. for military personnel being deployed. Dogs, Cat, small animals, birds, etc.
Sign up and receive alerts when there is an animal in need, near your location. You may specify small animal, bird, dog, cat, etc.
All-volunteer group of pilots that pulls animals from kill shelters & transports them to welcoming no-kill USA shelters.
"A Layman's Guide to Health, Medication Use, Breeding, and Responsible Care of Pet Rats"
"Showing the world just how charming rats are! "
Need financial help for pet expenses?
In Australia and looking for a pet-friendly place to rent? Check out Homes with Soul for help!