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.
Harley
Harley a Malinois cross gal.
He's great with other dogs, that share her energy. Kids OK, cats unknown *but likey to give chase.
At just 7 months old this gal is looking for an active home.
Dixie
Dixie bull dog cross
She's approximately 9 months old, good with other dogs, wary of new people, however food motivated and the way to her heart in just a new minutes.
Sadie
Sadie is a Bully cross
She's approximately 14 months, energetic and kind to all.
Her endurance in meeting new people , she do best with older children respectful of her space.
Loves to LOVE everyone. ❤️
Daisy
Daisy is timid with new people. She would do best with another confident dog in the home.
She's ready to find a patient home with a loyal family to help her heal from being in a neglective, hoarding situation.
Patience will help this gal become the loyal companion she's shown us to be!
Hairy
Happy Harry (brother to Daisy) is a shining light, and all round great boy.
He too would benefit with a confident dog in the home. Once he sees "you" petting another his confidence and eagerness to interact with humans is evident!
He truly is a super, get along boy with all.
Currently fostered in Millbrook at the Millbrook Pet Care center and loves getting on the dog bus to take the ride to pick up his bus full of friends for the days adventures!
Our Permanent Residents
Hugo
Erine
