About Us
Opening in the spring of 2020, Murillo Mutts Respite Refuge was founded to assist animal owners during a crisis. By providing temporary shelter and/or assistance we strive to keep families together to reduce the number of animals that require rehoming.
All services are provided by dedicated individuals who share one purpose; animal welfare.
Our Mission
At Murillo Mutts Respite Refuge we will house animals on site, or in loving foster homes, while the owner is not able to care for their animal.
While in our care, Murillo Mutts Respite Refuge facilitates visits and ongoing communication with the owners. Transportation is provided by dedicated volunteers.
Murillo Mutts Respite Refuge tries to teach, inspire and educate all pet owners to be responsible owners by promoting the need for regular veterinary care which includes, vaccinations, microchipping, deworming, and spay/neuter.
Murillo Mutts Respite Refuge will assist owner’s with food and other supplies so that animals may remain in their home.
We rely on the generous donations by others to be sustainable. All donation go directly to the animal care.
Our motto is “Keeping Pet Families Together.”
What We Do
Our vision is to keep pet families together by providing safe and nurturing environments for animals while their owners are unable to look after them.
Murillo Mutts Respite Refuge is a non-profit, registered charity, animal welfare organization dedicated to providing a holistic approach by keeping animals and their owner’s together.
Where They Are Now
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Storm [ADOPTED]
This beautiful girl is a siberian husky who is looking for a new forever home. Currently she resides on a farm. However, this girl has a lot of prey drive. Therefore she must move to a home with no small animals including cats, pigs, etc. She loves children and...
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Our board of Directors
We are currently seeking a volunteer coordinator, foster coordinator, and other directors. We are looking for active members of the board who believe in the betterment of animal lives through rescue initiatives
Robin Ratz
is the chair of the board and the founder of the rescue. She lives on site with her 3 dogs, and 7 cats. Robin has worked or volunteered in animal rescue for over 10 years. She is a Certified Dog Trainer and is registered with CCPDT, She is also a Certified Canine First Aid and CPR Instructor. Robin has recently taken a course in Infection Prevention and has achieved her Infection Prevention Leader Certificate.
Peggy Pelletier
is a behind the scenes, cleaner extraordinaire director. She has worked at a local veterinary hospital for 16 plus years and has had a life long passion for animals and their welfare. She has proudly joined Robin in several rescue road trips and transfers. She is most proud of her daughter Ashley, son-in-law Robert and grandson Alexandre.
Tanya Andreason
is the secretary. Tanya lives with her husband, daughter, their dog Rascal and any other animal that Faith brings home.
Dana Bruno
Dana Bruno is a dedicated and compassionate animal lover, serving as our social media coordinator. Her love for animals extends beyond her role, as she shares her life with a furry companion named Boston. Dana's heart beats for animal rescue and welfare, and she has taken the initiative to make a positive impact in our community by organizing local Corrections Cares events in partnership with local animal rescues.