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Rural Animal Rescue Effort (RARE)
is a 501 (c) 3 Non-Profit Organization based in middle Tennessee with a mission to rescue neglected and abandoned animals and provide spay/neuter assistance in rural areas with extreme overpopulation of companion animals.
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Total Adoptions
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Total RARE FIX Spay/Neuter
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We accomplish our mission by:​​
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Finding fosters and adopters in more populated/metropolitan areas
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Providing spay/neuter assistance
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Network with rescue partners nationally in order to save a higher quantity of animals more rapidly than we can find fosters and adopters for locally
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Providing education within communities and schools
RAREGEMClub
There are many ways to donate, but becoming a recurring donor as part of our RARE GEM Club helps to cover the cost of food, shelter, and care for our animals each month. Each gemstone tier signifies a unique level of support, but you can also create your own customizable monthly tier!
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As a member of the RARE GEM Club, your donation will help dogs and cats in the following ways:
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Heartworm Care: Essie, a chocolate lab, tested positive during her six-month retest—a critical step for detecting delayed infections. Her treatment costs $460, and RARE covers this for all positive retests.
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Monthly Animal Care: Food, vaccines, preventatives, and supplies cost $50–$150 per dog and $20–$80 per cat each month.
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Senior & Special Needs: Extra care like surgeries, dentals, and follow-ups for seniors and injured animals are vital but costly.
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Returns: Although rare, most times returned pets arrive without vet care, and RARE covers these expenses to ensure their safety.
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Rescue Transport: Fueling our van for rural rescues, cruelty cases, and adoptions costs $150+ weekly.
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Food: Feeding rescues costs $250+ weekly. Donate kibble via Nature’s Select or our Amazon and Chewy wish lists.​
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Every dollar saves lives. Thank you for supporting RARE!
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