Starting Pet Rescue... Name Ideas and Input?

Question

So im starting a small pet rescue... starting with hamsters and gerbils, then if i have the time with that, continuing with rats, ferrets, ect.

I would like a list of cute name ideas, maybe something tropical? i just want something different and not tacky!

also, what would be good ways to raise money and obtain food, litter, cages, ect?

thanks for your time!

i have rehabilitated (successfully and unsuccessfully) wild animals such as squirrels and birds, i know it can be very heartbreaking =[

Answer 1

Names:
The best way to get names is to start a list with some words that describe your animals, words describing your area, and words describing rescue. Then, mix and match various words together until it just sounds right to you! Tiny Paws and Claws, Furry Friends Furever Rescue,
You can also use an acronym and try to find words that fit in for each letter, such as PAWS-- Pets Are Worth Saving.

Getting Supplies:
If you're going to start a rescue, you'll need to incorporate your group and treat yourself as a business. You can also go for your nonprofit in your state, and then later your 501c3 which is for the IRS. This will help you get grants and more donations. It's important to act like a business and be professional.

Try Freecycle in your area (with permission from the moderator) to get some older cages that people don't need anymore. Put out the word to all your friends and family to scour yard sales for cages and supplies.
You can talk with local stores to arrange a discount with them for litter and food. Many times, grocery stores will give you damaged boxes or bags that they can't sell, or produce that is about to be thrown away.

You can also try to do a donation drive in front of a store (with their permission!) where people will buy some items for you and drop them off. This can be done as a Christmas tree, memorial tree, or just a wish list.

Take a look at my Yahoo group and website for lots more fundraising ideas. HumaneFundraising.com has some great info you can use to get going!

Purrs and woofs,
~Danielle

Answer 2

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Starting Pet Rescue... Name Ideas and Input?
So im starting a small pet rescue... starting with hamsters and gerbils, then if i have the time with that, continuing with rats, ferrets, ect.

I would like a list of cute name ideas, maybe something tropical? i just want something different and not tacky!

also, what would be good ways to...

Answer 3

I've never done this sort of thing before but I was think it a good idea to make up a brochure stating a purpose and then contact vets and other rescue groups. They will be a good source of who, what, when, where and hows. Start small and see where it goes.

What you are doing is very expensive in money and time and can be heart breaking.

good luck.

Answer 4

Animal Shelter Name Ideas

Answer 5

Second Chance Horse Rescue, One Last Chance Equine Rescue, Humble Hearts Horse Rescue, Heavenly Hearts Horse Rescue, New Beginning Equine Rescue. God bless you for all your doing for the horses! Hope everything works out OK ;].

Answer 6

Rodent Rescue. You could start a fundraiser outside of a petsmart or an animal store.

Answer 7

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How about Second Chances Equine Rescue?

Answer 8

Critter Crusaders - "We stand up for the little guys"lol! you can go through local pet stores to raise money or even start looking at yard sales for cages and stuff. Get in contact with your local humane society, they might be able to tell you who to get hooked up with to get the things you need- heck THEY might be able to get the things you need!

Answer 9

call it the rodent's crib's. lol that's cool your doing something like that. good luck.