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Ruff Start Animal Rescue Foundation

Animal rescue in Didsbury, AB

We are a small foster based rescue who focuses on helping areas of overpopulation and dogs in desperate situations. We are run by dedicated volunteers and generally only have a handful of dogs in care at one time so we can focus on exactly what they need to feel better and find a loving home.

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Email info@ruffstartrescuesociety.com
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Didsbury, AB T0M 0W0
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Adoptable pets at Ruff Start Animal Rescue Foundation

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

Chinese Crested

Female, Adult
Didsbury, AB
We'll also keep you updated on Phoebe's adoption status with email updates.
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Phoebe

Chihuahua

Female, Adult
Didsbury, AB
We'll also keep you updated on Diamond's adoption status with email updates.
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Diamond

Chihuahua

Female, Adult
Didsbury, AB
We'll also keep you updated on Smudge's adoption status with email updates.
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Smudge

Dwarf

Male, Young
Didsbury, AB
We'll also keep you updated on Chica's adoption status with email updates.
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Chica

Chihuahua

Female, Adult
Didsbury, AB
We'll also keep you updated on Journey's adoption status with email updates.
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Journey

Border Collie

Female, Young
Didsbury, AB
We'll also keep you updated on Cassie's adoption status with email updates.
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Cassie

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Young
Didsbury, AB
We'll also keep you updated on Toto's adoption status with email updates.
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Toto

Chihuahua

Male, Adult
Didsbury, AB
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Rescue FAQs

Calgary, Airdrie, Carstairs, Didsbury, Red Deer, Okotoks, Canmore, Strathmore, Chestermere. Medicine Hat, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Home Check
  • 4. Meet the Pet
  • 5. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 6. Take the Pet Home

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We are very extensive in our adoption process to ensure a good match is made

Adoption application

https://www.ruffstartrescuesociety.com/adopt

https://www.ruffstartrescuesociety.com/donate

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

Jack Russell Terrier/Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, 11 mos
Calgary, AB
We'll also keep you updated on Cookie's adoption status with email updates.
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Cookie

Jindo

Male, Adult
Calgary, AB
We'll also keep you updated on Roland's adoption status with email updates.
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Roland

Shepherd (Unknown Type)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 mos
Airdrie, AB
We'll also keep you updated on Saeron's adoption status with email updates.
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Saeron

Jindo

Female, 7 mos
Calgary, AB
We'll also keep you updated on Carnelian's adoption status with email updates.
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Carnelian

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, 3 mos
Calgary, AB
We'll also keep you updated on Bear's adoption status with email updates.
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Bear

Jindo

Male, Adult
Calgary, AB

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