Rescued Pets Are Wonderful

Rescued Pets Are Wonderful Rescued Pets Are Wonderful is a non-profit, no-kill, volunteer animal rescue organization serving the Twin Cities metro area.
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Non-profit animal rescue dedicated to helping the most critical and major medical cases as well as senior animals.
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Board Of Animal Health Kennel License We are dedicated to rescuing dogs and cats left homeless for whatever reason – focusing on the ones with major medical issues or of senior age. These are the ones that are usually overloo

ked because they are not “highly adoptable.” They are also the ones that cost the most to the organizations. We believe they are the most in need of help! We place dogs and cats in loving, responsible, committed permanent homes, following a comprehensive adoption process which includes taking considerable care in finding good matches and educating prospective adopters about the responsibilities and costs of bringing a dog or cat into their homes and lives. Taking in major medical cases and senior animals means that they will likely have more care needed life long. We make sure that they are placed in homes that are able to financially and physically care for them long term. Animals in our care are all spayed or neutered, receive all appropriate veterinary care and treatment, and placed in nurturing foster homes while they await placement in their permanent homes. We assist dogs and cats in distress without regard to age, breed or ease of placement. To the extent our finances allow, dogs and cats in the greatest need take priority. We have partnered with some of the best and the brightest in the Veterinary Medical field and we are committed to giving every animal in our care the best chance at a happy forever. We do not shy away from unconventional routes and are always looking for ways to push forward the medical advances for animals. From fish skin grafts on trauma cases, to prosthetics for amputees, to FIP treatments that save lives as never before, we will make sure every option is exhausted for our major medical cases. Many animals that would have immediately been euthanized in the shelter, now have a chance to live and thrive with their varied medical conditions. We never euthanize animals due to space or time constraints, but we may elect to euthanize in the event of a severe, untreatable/debilitating illness or extremely dangerous behavioral concerns. Because we do not kill to make space, however, we cannot take in every animal that needs help. Current adoptable pets can be found on our website as well as our Petfinder link https://www.petfinder.com/pet-search?query_id=A4F0C158-715A-11E7-8DF1-83FBF62E21C6&page_number=0

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Meet Bennie, Birdie and Boots. These siblings came to us after being saved from outside when their mom was found paralyz...
11/28/2025

Meet Bennie, Birdie and Boots.
These siblings came to us after being saved from outside when their mom was found paralyzed and dying. She had been shot. A nice lady took them in and they flourished as inside kitties! They do not need to be adopted together. Their foster mom has made a write up for each one telling a little about each of their personalities 😀

**Hi, my name is Birdie.**

I am smaller than my brothers but that doesnt stop me when it comes to running fast or climbing on our cat tree. Our favorite pastime is running, jumping and climbing everywhere. I love to stretch up on my foster mom's legs too and tell her how much I love her. She says ouch but I think that means she loves me too.

My foster Mom said my markings are so cool. I have the cutest bowtie on my mouth, little stripe and white marks on my back legs that look like tall boots. I also have 4 mittens just like my brothers.

I love to use the scratching posts and play with toys. We have this feathery toy that we love to chase and then I grab it because I am so fast. We sometimes watch Cat TV and is is awesome ! I love watching the critters and listening to the chirps.

I have heard I have a great motor too. I am always purring because I just having so much fun.

**Hi, my name is Boots**

Ever since we have been with this lady, I have found out that I really like warm comfy beds and she always feeds us on time. I have gotten really good at running and jumping. I usually let my sister and brother jump and climb first but I have been getting more adventurous.

Our favorite pastime is running, jumping and climbing everywhere. Once we run for a bit, I love to flop and stretch out and show just how big I am getting. Foster mom said I have the cutest meow when she gets the treats out.

My foster Mom said our markings are so cool. The majority of my face is black with a little white spot on my top lip and most of my chin is white. I also have 4 white mittens just like my siblings! We all match when it comes to our paws!!

I love to use the scratching posts and play with toys. We have this feathery toy that we love to chase and then I grab it because I am so fast. Have you ever watched cat TV? I LOVE it !! My siblings and I like to listen to the chirps and watch the critters!

**Hi my name is Bennie.**

I was the most shy when I first came into this house. I didnt trust humans like my siblings did, but this lady pet me even when I hissed and tried to scare her. She just kept petting me and then I realized that it felt pretty good and I really liked being warm and fed. I have gotten really good at running and jumping. I can climb the cat tree faster than anyone.
Our favorite pastime is running, jumping and climbing everywhere. Once we run for a bit, I love to flop and stretch out and show just how big I am getting.

My foster Mom said our markings are so cool. I have a large stripe that widens out and makes up half of my face. 4 white mittens too!

I love to use the scratching posts and play with toys. We have this feathery toy that we love to chase and then I grab it because I am so fast. We also have this thing called cat TV that is fascinating!

I would love another kitty friend to play with or even my sister and brother ! An inside only home is also needed because our Mom got hurt outside and we need to be kept safe. I love soft comfy beds too. I am eating dry and wet food and use the litter box like a good kitty.

Adoption applications available at rpaw.org
Adoption fee is $300/each

Our girl Nova is doing amazingly well. Honestly it was a question if we would see any progress but since starting PT she...
11/26/2025

Our girl Nova is doing amazingly well. Honestly it was a question if we would see any progress but since starting PT she has been regaining feeling and even some movement in her limbs!

The next step is to get her up off the ground and use gravity to our advantage so her legs are under her and not splayed out like Bambi ;)

He pain is completely managed and now we are on deep muscle work. As she gains muscle strength back we are hoping the steps will come as well.

The Quad Cart wheelchair will help give her the support she needs from every angle while allowing her legs to be in the correct and natural position. Our favorite brand of wheelchair has a quad cart and we want to get her one of her very own since there may be a possibility that she needs it to some capacity for life.

If you would like to help get Nova to her next step please donate here. The Quad Cart is $550.

If you can't donate please like and share the post so it gets seen far and wide!

🚨🚨🚨URGENT WISHLIST NEEDS!🚨🚨🚨We currently are getting low on a handful of things for our animals!Potty Pads: ALL SIZES, w...
11/23/2025

🚨🚨🚨URGENT WISHLIST NEEDS!🚨🚨🚨

We currently are getting low on a handful of things for our animals!

Potty Pads: ALL SIZES, we have put a few different option on our wishlist. This is one of our most desperate needs right now!

Dog Diapers Female Size Small: Nova continues to go through multiple a day. We found that disposable size smalls work best for her.

Knox Gelatin: Sammy and Bo, our Megaesophagus puppies as well as Lily our Forever Foster use this gelatin at every meal

Royal Canin French Bulldog Puppy Food: our new Hydrocephalus puppy Penelope is a Forever Foster and she needs food.

Science Diet Senior Mini Food: we have 3 senior, overweight Chihuahuas that are in need of food.

Kitten and Cat Food: we continue to have a very full clinic of cats and kittens who go through a lot of food.

We have other items on our wishlist that we always need as well. The link to our wishlist is here

Meet Venus!Venus is a 1.5-year-old fluffy sweetheart packed with personality and energy—all supported by the tiniest, mo...
11/23/2025

Meet Venus!
Venus is a 1.5-year-old fluffy sweetheart packed with personality and energy—all supported by the tiniest, most adorable little legs.

This girl LOVES to play. She’s always in the middle of the action, whether she’s doing zoomies, wrestling with her kitty friends, or reaching her paw under the door while politely (and loudly!) requesting to be included. She’s also a big fan of treats… maybe a few too many, according to her waistline ☺️.

Venus thrives around other cats and will need a playful, affectionate feline companion in her new home. She hasn’t been around dogs before, so her opinion on them is still a mystery.

If you think this sweet little potato might be the perfect addition to your family, please fill out an application to meet her!

Adoption Fee is $200
Adoption applications available at rpaw.org

Give To The Max Day...Those 5 words elicit many different feels in the animal rescue world, and even in the non profit w...
11/21/2025

Give To The Max Day...

Those 5 words elicit many different feels in the animal rescue world, and even in the non profit world of Minnesota.

You see the day was created to bring the community together on the same Thursday in November every year and donate to their favorite charities. It is 24 hours, where every Minnesota non profit vies for the same donation dollar.

Many organizations spend all year planning for this day. They have committees who organize social media posts, emails, mailings and even phone calls to promote their organization. All day long on this day, charities are sharing success stories, struggles, and other reasons why they deserve your money.

I cannot even begin to count the number of amazing organizations across the state that deserve donations.

Unfortunately, every year seems to be about the same. The same groups raise the most and the same groups struggle to even reach their goal of $500 or even $1000. We are all out here doing our best everyday for a cause we are passionate about. As the director of RPAW, I have tried every way to figure out how to get the golden key that unlocks the donations I personally feel that our organization deserves. Years ago I would plan for this day and I would stay up and post stories every hour on the hour showing the amazing work we were doing. Every year would end the same, feeling like I failed for some reason.

The past few years I have really grown to dislike this day. Not because of the idea or theory behind it, but because I am not going to post all day long about why our group is "better" or more deserving. We are all working very hard and most will never know how all consuming it is. This day will not continue to define me or my organization. This is why you haven't seen any posts from us today.

I will say this, we are working night and day to run this rescue and to run an amazing non profit veterinary clinic to help so many other organizations and people. We will continue to do this and hopefully along the way people will notice and they will donate what they are able, when they are able.

To all of the amazing individuals that have donated on our givemn page, THANK YOU. To all of you who have ever donated to us, THANK YOU.

The fees on the givemn page are very high and the money takes at least a month to reach the organizations. If you would like to donate to us today for the life saving work we are doing everyday, feel free to do so in any other following ways:

Venmo:
Website: www.rpaw.org
Mail: PO Box 490201 Blaine, MN 55449
Facebook: link in this post

The photo is of a new soul we took in this week. Her name is Penelope, or Ms P, and she is an 8 week old French Bulldog with Hydrocephalus. We will introduce her properly soon. Just know, that we are doing all we can to help all we can.

I also want to personally wish every organization today a wonderful turn out of donations but also the feeling of peace with the outcome no matter what because it doesn't define you ❤️

Chandra(or Chani as her foster mom's been calling her) is a dilute Tortie who's a year and two months old. She's your u...
11/17/2025

Chandra(or Chani as her foster mom's been calling her) is a dilute Tortie who's a year and two months old.
She's your usual sweet, sweet girl with the occasional Tortie sass!
She loves hanging with her humans and will sing her song to you if close the door.
She's a lover of kittens and will groom and cuddle with them but she can be her sassy self with other adult cats if not introduced slowly.
She loves to play and run but will then fall asleep in your arms...
If you have loved Torties before, she's a perfect companion for you!

Adoption fee is $200
Adoption applications available at rpaw.org

If you need an adorable cow cat with the best purr, Flora is your girl!Flora is a petite 8 month old very sweet girl, lo...
11/17/2025

If you need an adorable cow cat with the best purr, Flora is your girl!

Flora is a petite 8 month old very sweet girl, loves other kitties and doesn't mind gentle dogs

She's your typical kitten with lots of energy so she definitely needs a friend or two to chase each other, wrestle and do zoomies with.

She's a super cuddler, purrs the instant you pick her up and will gladly view the world from your shoulders.

Adoption fee is $200
Adoption applications available at rpaw.org

Meet Bongo!This handsome senior gentleman spent most of his life living a scrappy indoor–outdoor lifestyle with the pers...
11/16/2025

Meet Bongo!
This handsome senior gentleman spent most of his life living a scrappy indoor–outdoor lifestyle with the person he adored. When his owner suddenly passed away, 15-year-old Bongo found himself completely homeless for the first time in his life. Thankfully, a kind rescuer scooped him up, got him fully vetted, and introduced him to the cushy comforts of indoor living—which he has wholeheartedly embraced.

Bongo is an independent guy at heart. While he’s grateful for safety and love, living among many other cats has been a bit overwhelming for him. He’s now searching for a calm, quiet retirement home where he can relax, decompress, and finally enjoy being someone’s center of attention.

At 16, Bongo’s bloodwork shows he’s in surprisingly good shape for a senior, with just a few manageable things being addressed to get him feeling his best. He enjoys gentle pets, cozy snuggles underneath the covers, and lounging on his favorite window perch to watch the world go by. He’s not a fan of being picked up and has a few opinions at times—but honestly, who doesn’t? 🙂

If you have a soft spot for seniors and room in your heart for a deserving older boy, Bongo would love nothing more than a peaceful home to enjoy for the rest of his golden years.

Adoption applications: rpaw.org
Adoption fee: Sponsored for this special gentleman!

Looking for a big, fluffy hunk to love? Meet Figaro!Fig is an almost 8-month-old sweetheart with a perfectly boopable no...
11/16/2025

Looking for a big, fluffy hunk to love? Meet Figaro!

Fig is an almost 8-month-old sweetheart with a perfectly boopable nose and a serious love for being held like a baby. He adores his humans, gets along wonderfully with his kitty siblings, and doesn’t seem bothered by respectful dogs.

This handsome boy is clearly mixed with a larger breed, and he’s well on his way to becoming a majestic, oversized fluff with the most impressive tail around. He’s an expert cuddler, a devoted eater (as all growing boys are!), and a spirited wrestler. Because of his playful energy, Fig would thrive with another cat of similar size or a gentle, cat-friendly dog who can keep up with him.

And Churu treats? Fig will wrap his giant paws around your hand to make sure he gets every last drop from the tube.

If you're looking for a loving, playful, extra-floofy companion, Fig might just be your perfect match!

Adoption fee is $200
Adoption applications available at rpaw.org

Meet sweet Annie!Annie came from a home with too many kitties, where she didn’t get much attention—but she’s making up f...
11/16/2025

Meet sweet Annie!
Annie came from a home with too many kitties, where she didn’t get much attention—but she’s making up for it now! This gentle girl is a champion head-butter, dedicated leg-rubber, and will happily follow you around the house asking for love with her soft, sweet meows.

She’s just discovering the fun of toys and is absolutely blossoming—wand toys and ribbons really bring out her playful side! Annie prefers to keep all four paws on the ground, but she’s okay being picked up and held for short snuggle breaks.

Annie would be the perfect companion for someone who loves affectionate, vocal, people-oriented cats. If you’re looking for a devoted little shadow who just wants to be loved, Annie is your girl.

She is around 6 years old and would love to find a home with either no other animals or a calm cat or 2.

Adoption fee is $150
Adoption applications available at rpaw.org

*She will be added to our main website asap!

Our 2025 Christmas Carnival is going to have a wonderful silent auction and we would love for you to help!Items in need:...
11/16/2025

Our 2025 Christmas Carnival is going to have a wonderful silent auction and we would love for you to help!
Items in need:
Baskets- themed are always fun but can also be a collection of items from your business
Gift Cards- any and all places and sizes
Single item- anything that may be a higher dollar item that can stand on it's own
We will be taking donation items at the RPAW Animal Wellness Center during business hours (Tues, Wed, Thurs 8-2) or by appointment
Please email [email protected] if you have items to donate or have any questions.

Miss Nova is still holding her own ❤️This girl refuses to give up the fight to gain the use of her 4 legs back. We may n...
11/14/2025

Miss Nova is still holding her own ❤️
This girl refuses to give up the fight to gain the use of her 4 legs back. We may never know what caused this issue but we are pulling out all the stops when it comes to her treatment.
We have been doing daily stretching of all 4 legs and she has been a champ!

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