Ruff Start Rescue is thrilled to announce a $10,000 MATCH for our annual Local Love Campaign! Ruff Start Rescue is committed to providing assistance with the overflow of animals, and the need fo...

At just three weeks old, baby Graham should have been safe, warm, and curled up next to his mom. Instead, he was found alone, injured, and fighting to survive. 💔 On Sunday evening, we received a...

Earlier this month, 25 dogs arrived in Minnesota through a partnership between BISSELL Pet Foundation, National Mill Dog Rescue, and Ruff Start Rescue, each one stepping off transport and into the ...

Help us build a sustainable kitten food solution! 🐈 Right now, Ruff Start Rescue is caring for 176 hungry kittens. While we’re incredibly grateful for past support, we’re being honest: we don't ...

At just 7 months old, this young pit bull mix has already endured more than most dogs ever should. He was found as a stray and brought to Companion Animal Control with multiple dog bite wounds c...

Ruff Start Rescue is a foster-based nonprofit companion animal rescue that radiates compassion and dedication. Our unwavering mission extends beyond borders, reaching communities throughout Minneso...