Together WE can make a difference, one dog at a time!
About Us
Although the rescue retreat is not a home someone is here 24/7. We have just 6 spaces and Hugo's indoor outdoor Hugo's hut.
Our goal is matching making, finding the RIGHT home for the RIGHT dog. Sometimes that is weeks other times years. While they wait they are treated as our own. With outings, playmates, weekends away, and daily walks.
All kennel areas have outdoor access to the dog private run and are all climate controlled. We have fenced in 3.5 acres into 3 "dog parks" to ensure everyone's safety. We hope they enjoy their stay *min 30 days to get to know them, vetting etc.
HOWEVER nothing beats a home to call their own. For us it means we are in a position to help another dog in need of a New Beginning ❤️ *(exception Christmas morning, and Hugo's in charge that day of the kennel and Erine guards the house, two dogs you do NOT want to surprise/tangle with 😉)
We are a non-profit, all-breed dog rescue that operates in the Durham and Northumberland Regions of Ontario. As animal advocates, we work with many dogs from shelters, native reserves, and owner surrenders. Our sole purpose is to save lives, and help a good dog find the perfect FurEver home! We run a foster based rescue program, and also have a boarding facility (4 kennels) to house dogs in an emergency/crisis situation.
Our goal is matching making, finding the RIGHT home for the RIGHT dog. Sometimes that is weeks other times years. While they wait they are treated as our own. With outings, playmates, weekends away, and daily walks.
All kennel areas have outdoor access to the dog private run and are all climate controlled. We have fenced in 3.5 acres into 3 "dog parks" to ensure everyone's safety. We hope they enjoy their stay *min 30 days to get to know them, vetting etc.
HOWEVER nothing beats a home to call their own. For us it means we are in a position to help another dog in need of a New Beginning ❤️ *(exception Christmas morning, and Hugo's in charge that day of the kennel and Erine guards the house, two dogs you do NOT want to surprise/tangle with 😉)
We are a non-profit, all-breed dog rescue that operates in the Durham and Northumberland Regions of Ontario. As animal advocates, we work with many dogs from shelters, native reserves, and owner surrenders. Our sole purpose is to save lives, and help a good dog find the perfect FurEver home! We run a foster based rescue program, and also have a boarding facility (4 kennels) to house dogs in an emergency/crisis situation.
Our Adoptable Dogs
ALL Ruff Start dogs are fully vetted including spay/neuter, all shots (brevacto) preventative and microchipped for safety too.
Adopt fee applies.
Callie
Callie is a 10 months old boxer mix. She would do best as the only dog in the home. Loves all people! Friendly and outgoing. She would make a truly loveable companion.
Our Permanent Residents
Hugo
Erine
