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Key to a Rat's Heart Rescue

Animal rescue in Lakewood, WA

Key to a Rat's Heart Rescue has had the joy and honor of rescuing rats in need for 6 years. It all began with a tiny Siamese rat named Java, and ever since we have been taking in rats in need and finding them their own forever homes. We believe EVERY rat is worth rescuing, and we know that miracles do happen! JOIN US in our mission to rescue and hope that one day -- we won't have to!

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Lakewood, WA 98498
Donation
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Adoptable pets at Key to a Rat's Heart Rescue

This rescue doesn’t have any adoptable pets right now – check out adoptable pets nearby or start a custom pet search below.

We'll also keep you updated on Snowbelle's adoption status with email updates.
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Snowbelle

Rat

Female, Young
Lakewood, WA
We'll also keep you updated on Brown Spot's adoption status with email updates.
Adopted
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Brown Spot

Rat

Female, Baby
Lakewood, WA
We'll also keep you updated on Broken Blaze's adoption status with email updates.
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Broken Blaze

Rat

Female, Baby
Lakewood, WA

Rescue FAQs

We serve Washington State and Oregon areas, and are more than willing to form adoption trains elsewhere.

Additional adoption info

Thank you for your interest in adopting! In order to adopt, you must have thoroughly research rat ownership and have thorough understanding of Mycoplasma in rats, respiratory infections and their treatment, and the general care of rats (including their need for companions and research on how to introduce rats). You must also have a veterinarian in mind to see if heath issues are to occur. This vet must be an exotic vet or a vet with experience and expertise in treating rodents. You must complete our Adoption Application and agree to the requirements of our Adoption Contract.
Feel free to ask any questions concerning care of rats and adoption, we are happy to help.
$15 adoption fee for an intact (always same sex) pair.
$10 for a single rat - MUST be adopted to a person with other (same sex) rats at home that according to the adopter's discretion WILL accept another cage mate and if the introductions prove otherwise the rat may ALWAYS be returned.
$80 for a spayed female or neutered male.
-- This donation is put directly back into the rescue.

Pets at shelters & rescues near Key to a Rat's Heart Rescue

Kindred Souls Foundation

PO Box 88627,
Steilacoom, WA 98388

Saving Great Animals

Seattle, WA 98119

NBRAN Washington

Seattle, WA 98115

We'll also keep you updated on Yogi's adoption status with email updates.
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Yogi

Olde English Bulldogge/English Bulldog

Male, Adult
Lynnwood, WA
We'll also keep you updated on Karenka's adoption status with email updates.
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Karenka

Belgian Shepherd

Female, Young
Gig Harbor, WA
We'll also keep you updated on Cauldron's adoption status with email updates.
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Cauldron

Lop-Eared

Male
Silverdale, WA
We'll also keep you updated on Hershel OBCR-712's adoption status with email updates.
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Hershel OBCR-712

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 6 mos
Lakewood, WA
We'll also keep you updated on Sugar - Sweet Girl "tripod"'s adoption status with email updates.
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Sugar - Sweet Girl "tripod"

Labrador Retriever/Boxer

Female, Adult
Kirkland, WA
We'll also keep you updated on Essie's adoption status with email updates.
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Essie

Shepherd (Unknown Type)/German Shepherd Dog

Female, Adult
Lynnwood, WA

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