Ruff Start Rescue

At 12 years old, Ivy Pearl is a tiny senior lady who enjoys the finer things in life: sunny naps, cozy blankets, leisurely walks, and snacks. 💕

If you're looking for a sweet little shadow to keep you company and perfect the art of relaxing, Ivy Pearl is ready for the job.

Find Ivy and our other seniors here: https://ruffstartrescue.org/adopt/adoption-programs/ -for-seniors

A huge THANK YOU to World's Best Cat Litter for helping keep our cats and kittens comfortable with reliable, high-quality litter we can always count on. 💙

Cats like Amber are the reason we’re so grateful for support like this. This confident torti already knows she’s the prettiest girl around, and she takes her litter box habits just as seriously, though she does have a funny habit of trying to “share” her World’s Best litter a little outside the box. Her future family may want a high-sided box for her style.

Amber will be available for adoption soon, and we know she’s going to make someone very lucky.

Happy National Dog Dad Day to all the dads who somehow end up with dog hair on every piece of clothing they own, share their side of the bed without complaint, and have more photos of their dog than their kids.

Thank you for the walks, the treats, the belly rubs, and for loving your pups like family. We see you, dog dads. 💙

Romeo is a sweet, expressive little guy who isn't afraid to tell you exactly what's on his mind, whether that's asking for a potty break, some attention, or celebrating something exciting with his signature happy grumbles. 💙

https://ruffstartrescue.org/adopt/adoptable-animals/dogs-puppies/

Skye is a gorgeous girl who knows exactly what she likes, and she's looking for someone who appreciates a cat with a little personality. 😻

https://ruffstartrescue.org/adopt/adoptable-animals/adopt-cats-and-kittens/

Imagine rushing your beloved dog to the emergency veterinarian in the middle of the night, desperate for answers, only to learn the one tool that could help isn't available. That was the moment Barkley's family faced.

Barkley became suddenly ill, and his family did everything they could to save him. But without access to an ultrasound, the veterinary team couldn't determine what was wrong or how to treat it. What should have been a moment of answers and action became something else entirely- a devastating goodbye filled with unanswered questions.

To this day, Barkley's family still wonders what might have been. No one should have to carry that uncertainty.

Barkley's family chose to honor his memory by helping prevent that uncertainty for other animals, specifically those relying on rescue care. Through a generous gift to Ruff Start Rescue, they are helping to bring an ultrasound machine into our expanded rescue veterinary space.

While this expansion is not a public emergency clinic, it is a critical investment in lifesaving care. The animals who come to Ruff Start are often sick, injured, or medically fragile and they have nowhere else to turn.

With an ultrasound on site, our veterinary team can act quickly and decisively. They can diagnose the unknown, begin treatment sooner, and give more animals a real chance to heal.

A chance that Barkley didn't have.

And a chance that, because of supporters like you, we can give to so many more.

Because every rescued animal deserves access to answers. And every life deserves the best chance forward. Your support helps make that possible.

Now, we are preparing for what comes next. To meet the growing needs in our community, we are expanding our Princeton facility with nearly 3,000 square feet of space designed for healing, faster medical care, and less stress for the animals who need us most.

This expansion will allow our veterinary team to diagnose injuries and illnesses on-site, including more than 70 x-rays each year, and over 350 in the next five years, while redirecting thousands of dollars back into lifesaving care.

New, thoughtfully designed spaces will support hundreds of cats annually and provide a calm environment for dogs recovering from intensive treatments. Three dedicated cat rooms, each able to care for more than 80 cats each year, will offer natural light, improved ventilation, and safe outdoor access to catios. A quiet comfort room will give dogs undergoing heartworm treatment the peaceful space they need to heal, and will also serve as a photography space to help animals connect with adopters and find homes faster.

Every improvement is designed with one goal in mind: giving more animals the care they need and the second chances they deserve. Every gift helps bring this vision to life, ensuring that when an animal arrives in need, we're ready to help.

Learn about our expansion and how you can get involved: https://ruffstartrescue.org/get-involved/expansionproject2025/

Charlie is a smart, loyal boy who wants nothing more than to be part of your everyday life. 💙

Whether he's collecting sticks in the yard, riding shotgun on a car ride, or following you from room to room, this goofy companion is happiest when he's with his people.

Charlie's looking for a foster or adopter willing to help him continue growing into the amazing dog he's meant to be.

Learn all about him: https://ruffstartrescue.org/adopt/adoptable-animals/dogs-puppies/

Summer is here. The sun is out. The adventures are calling. ☀️

What if this was the summer you shared those moments with a foster pet?

Whether it's morning walks before work, afternoons in the backyard, trips to the lake, or lazy evenings on the patio, foster pets get to experience the things many of us take for granted: safety, comfort, routine, and love.

Right now, dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens are waiting for a temporary place to call home.

Ruff Start Rescue provides the supplies, veterinary care, and support. You provide the sunshine, the snuggles, and a safe place to land.

Sign up to foster: https://ruffstartrescue.org/get-involved/foster/

Questions? Email [email protected]

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Looking for a low-maintenance best friend? Posie is a sweet, gentle girl who enjoys quiet companionship, cozy spots to lounge, and watching the world go by from a safe distance. Give her a little time to settle in, and you'll be rewarded with a loyal companion who loves being near her people. 🩷

https://ruffstartrescue.org/adopt/adoptable-animals/adopt-cats-and-kittens/

Charles may be small, but his personality is larger than life! 🤩

This handsome Frenchie loves squeaky toys, belly rubs, neighborhood walks, and being close to his favorite people.

https://ruffstartrescue.org/adopt/adoptable-animals/dogs-puppies/