Celebrating 20 Years of Changing and Saving Lives for those Without a Voice

For 20 years we have been dedicated to providing a safe haven for animals in need. Our team of volunteers and community partners work tirelessly to ensure that every animal that comes through our doors is given the love, care and treatment they deserve.

For two decades, we've loved them, we've laughed among them and we have gone through the hard days of losing some of them. Every story is about an animal that touched our soul in some way. That is where the passion ignites and carries us into the next day to change and save more lives and, "be the voice for those who have no voice."

Thank you to our donors, our community, our partners and our volunteers. We couldn't do it without you.

The Little BIG Give

The Little BIG Give movement is a simple but powerful idea: small, consistent acts of generosity can save lives. You become part of a steady, dependable force that helps us:

Rescue
Rehabilitate
Rehome
and Prepare Adoptions.

DONATE TODAY

The Roots of Our Mission

Rugby Creek Animal Rescue, Inc (RCAR) is registered as a Virginia non-profit corporation and is designated by the IRS as a 501(c)3 tax-exempt charitable organization so donations can be tax-deductible and all donations support our rescue program.
Our Rescue consists of 7 dedicated and compassionate Board Members in 3 states including one licensed Veterinarian. NO ONE receives any payment for time or services; we are all volunteer based.
RCAR is dedicated to the Rescue, Rehabilitation, Retirement and Adoption of at-risk, injured and geriatric animals.

A "Magnus" Job and Responsibility (as shown!)

We assist the local community and surrounding counties here in Virginia. In addition, we help other states including NC & TN.
We pull dogs from rural kill shelters, quarantine and then network to transport to higher population areas up north for adoption. Averaging 75-100 dogs a year!
We provide and care for ~ 10 to 15 Horses and Donkeys AND Rescue, Rehab & Re-Home.

Seeking to Adopt or Foster?

We are dedicated to providing a safe and loving environment for all animals. Adopt, volunteer, or donate today and make a difference in a furry friend's life.

See all animals available for adoption in the link below and bookmark our page so you never miss anyone looking for their fur-ever home!

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Our Passion

Changing Lives is so rewarding. Taking an animal that has been neglected, abused and/or forgotten and bring back the sparkle in their eye and the love in their heart is what we want.

Every Animal has a Spot in our Heart and we get to see first-hand how forgiving animals are and no matter their background they choose love and trust time and time again.

Happily Ever After is what we strive for whether it is an adoptive home, or they become a permanent resident with RCAR for the rest of their days.