Ruff Start Rescue’s 15th Anniversary Open House and Celebration
Saturday, September 27, 2025, 1300 - 1600
WHAT: Ruff Start Rescue’s 15th Anniversary Open House and Celebration
Join Ruff Start Rescue to celebrate an incredible milestone: 15 years of lifesaving work and more than 30,000 animals rescued! The open house is also the rescue’s way of thanking the fosters, volunteers, donors, adopters, and community members who made it possible.
This event celebrates Ruff Start Rescue’s history, impact, and future vision while connecting with community members. Guests can also take a tour of our facility and preview exciting plans for our upcoming expansion.
Whether you’re a long-time foster, first-time adopter, or passionate animal supporter, this event is for you. Activities include:
Puppy and kitten snuggling (suggested $5 donation)
Animals available for same-day adoption. Attending animals shared on Facebook before event
Silent Auction supporting Ruff Start Rescue programs
Bounce House
Lumpia food truck
Dirty Soda Bar with Oliver’s Corner
Face painting with Celia Studios
Family-friendly yard games
Tie-blanket making for animals
Brand new RSR merchandise
Exclusive anniversary giveaways
Visit the Facebook Event Page for more details, as well as vendor and activity highlights.
WHEN: Saturday, September 27
1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
WHERE: Ruff Start Rescue
12526 319th Avenue
Princeton, MN 55371
ADMISSION: FREE
MEDIA
CONTACT: Kelly Plummer
651-206-9852
kelly@superstarpr.com
*Please note: because adoptable pets will be on site, we ask that you do not bring your resident animals to this event. Additionally, by attending this event you acknowledge that photos and videos may be taken for Ruff Start Rescue marketing purposes.
About Ruff Start Rescue
Founded in 2010, Ruff Start Rescue is a foster-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit companion animal rescue that primarily serves communities throughout the state of Minnesota, as well as states in the south with severe pet overpopulation. The nonprofit rescues stray, neglected, abandoned, and surrendered dogs and cats as well as ferrets, guinea pigs, rabbits, and other critters. Most of Ruff Start Rescue’s work is accomplished by a complex network of volunteers, fosters, and supporters, all of whom come together to save thousands of animals each year, more than 30,000 since its inception!
Category: Community | Local / Community
Join Ruff Start Rescue to celebrate an incredible milestone: 15 years of lifesaving work and more than 30,000 animals rescued! The open house is also the rescue’s way of thanking the fosters, volunteers, donors, adopters, and community members who made it possible.
This event celebrates Ruff Start Rescue’s history, impact, and future vision while connecting with community members. Guests can also take a tour of our facility and preview exciting plans for our upcoming expansion.
Whether you’re a long-time foster, first-time adopter, or passionate animal supporter, this event is for you. Activities include:
Puppy and kitten snuggling (suggested $5 donation)
Animals available for same-day adoption. Attending animals shared on Facebook before event
Silent Auction supporting Ruff Start Rescue programs
Bounce House
Lumpia food truck
Dirty Soda Bar with Oliver’s Corner
Face painting with Celia Studios
Family-friendly yard games
Tie-blanket making for animals
Brand new RSR merchandise
Exclusive anniversary giveaways
Visit the Facebook Event Page for more details, as well as vendor and activity highlights.
WHEN: Saturday, September 27
1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
WHERE: Ruff Start Rescue
12526 319th Avenue
Princeton, MN 55371
ADMISSION: FREE
MEDIA
CONTACT: Kelly Plummer
651-206-9852
kelly@superstarpr.com
*Please note: because adoptable pets will be on site, we ask that you do not bring your resident animals to this event. Additionally, by attending this event you acknowledge that photos and videos may be taken for Ruff Start Rescue marketing purposes.
About Ruff Start Rescue
Founded in 2010, Ruff Start Rescue is a foster-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit companion animal rescue that primarily serves communities throughout the state of Minnesota, as well as states in the south with severe pet overpopulation. The nonprofit rescues stray, neglected, abandoned, and surrendered dogs and cats as well as ferrets, guinea pigs, rabbits, and other critters. Most of Ruff Start Rescue’s work is accomplished by a complex network of volunteers, fosters, and supporters, all of whom come together to save thousands of animals each year, more than 30,000 since its inception!
Category: Community | Local / Community
Starting Price Per Person
Free
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Where
Ruff Start Rescue
12526 319th Avenue
Princeton Minnesota 55371
United States
( Multi-Purpose Events Venue )
12526 319th Avenue
Princeton Minnesota 55371
United States
( Multi-Purpose Events Venue )
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Event ID: 257968
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