Rainbow Bridge: Where The Rats Go
Welcome to Rainbow Bridge!
As every rat owner knows, letting go of our beloved pets is never easy. Their love is unconditional, and it is no secret how quickly they steal our hearts in such a short period of time. Too often I see people having to say goodbye to their beautiful babies, and so many of us understand the pain of having been there before.
There is comfort in knowing just how loved they were in the brief time they were here, and that all of them find each other in the afterlife. I have created The Rainbow Bridge as a safe space for you to share your ratties that have passed on, so that we may keep their memory alive. Share your photos and all your happy memories of your babies, so that we may remind them, that while they are gone, they will never be forgotten and are forever in our hearts ♥
– In loving memory of Lemmiwinks and Bilbo –
Petrie 06/25/23-06/09/25
Petrie was the best little friend with the biggest personality. So many grew to love her on Instagram and I’m so glad I was able to share her cuteness with the world. She always gave the best kisses, loved snacks of all kinds, going for rides jmin the stroller, pea fishing and getting to explore down on the floor. She is sorely missed. 🌈💗
Laura Smith
Ricciolino 9/17/23-4/27/25
ricciolino se ne andato . Il mio dolore non ha limiti. è successo tutto troppo in fretta, aveva un’infezione respiratoria, volevo ricordarlo come il topo che ho amato fino all’ultimo, il ratto che mi ha migliorato la vita, la cosa migliore che potesse capitarmi. era un topo amorevole, dai suoi occhi leggevi l’amore, la voglia di stare e aprirsi con te ineguagliabile. ho il cuore davvero distrutto, mi manchi piccolo mio Mi hai aiutato nei momenti peggiori della mia vita, eri l’unico e unico pensiero quando tornavo a casa, con i genitori separati ogni giorno venivo da te solo per stare vicino e coccolarti, ho fatto il possibile per farti essere un topo felice, sei stato fortunato a ricevere una famiglia che ti ha amato fino all’ultimo respiro. Credimi non sai quanto mi manchi gioia mia, il tuo momento era giunto, dio ti voleva con lui, accetto la sua volontà Ricordati solo che non è un addio, ma un arrivederci perché sono sicuro che un giorno ci rivedremo, e potrò riabbracciarti come facevo. Affrontare questa perdita per me è molto difficile perché il legame che ho creato con te era una cosa unica, come se i nostri cuori fossero stati uniti, eri un topo speciale, le cose belle nelle vita sono purtroppo le prime ad andarsi Sei andato a correre con tuo fratello mucchino. Nel mio cuore ci sarà sempre spazio per te, e non ti dimeccherò MAI questo video è per ricordare la gioia che eri. Ti amo la mia vita … ricciolino .
Demis Gazzo, Gazzo sacha
Mischief 02/10/24-04/23/25
Thank you for making me smile when I cried. Thank you for giving me cuddles when nobody else would. Thank you for being my best little girl. I hope you’re enjoying all the treats and mcdonalds chips in the world. Im going to miss you so much.
-Nirvana
Finnegan (Finni) 12/28/2025-02/27/2025
Dear Finni, you became my heart rat so quickly only for me having to say goodbye one week after your sister Chili left. I truly believe you wanted to make sure that she is fine up there because that’s the kind of rat you just were. You’re deeply missed here on earth but I’m glad that Chili does have a sibling in ratty heaven now. The love I had for you in such a short amount of time is unreal. Oh Finnegan, I miss you so much and it still feels like yesterday 💔 When my time comes I’m gonna wear a hoodie and have snacks on me so we can cuddle and snack together like we always used to do. Take care of Chili for me. Love always. Mom and Dad
-Toni and Stanly
Chili 12/28/24-02/20/25
My sweet girl Chili, you only lived with me for two weeks and your life was too short in general. You tried so hard to stay with us and I will always love you for that. I would have loved seeing you grow up and the fact that I didn’t get to experience that will always haunt me. But I know you felt how much you were loved. I will never forget how you were cuddled up on my neck and started bruxing a few hours before you left. I will never forget you, I love you. One day we will meet again 🖤🖤🖤
– Toni
Splinter 12/20/23-10/04/24
We miss you sweet baby:) We are taking good care of your brothers. Never stop boggling and munching on pasta
-Jeremy and Kennedy
Algernon 10/31/23-03/20/25
Thank you for all the laughs and sweet moments. You brought so much joy to everyone around you with your irresistible fluffyness. I will always remember our last cuddle. I can still feel you against my chest and your little whiskers tickling my neck. I fought so hard to burn that into my brain, knowing those were the last moments we would share together. Wilfred and I miss you terribly, but I hope the pain is no more and you are living your best life with Lemmiwinks and Bilbo up there in ratty heaven. RIP sweet boy <3
-Nikita
Spyder 11/01/23-01/04/24
In honor of my baby Spyder. You were only around for a few days and it shocked me to find you had hypercolon. I’m so sorry you left when you were still a little stranger, leaving behind your precious brothers Ashur and Crow. Ashur and Crow and Pluto are still living life to the fullest in a wonderful home, but my heart aches knowing the discomfort you felt. I’m sorry I never got to learn about you. Stop by in my dreams some nights and spend time with me buddy.
– Tyler
Little Bmo
Little mo you were the sweetest thing to ever exist, even when you came from such a horrible place you still manage to trust someone 10x the size of you and love with all your heart. You only got to live for a year and a half and most of that time was in a neglectful home. I’m glad I was able to give you a home and a safe place before you passed. You got to go knowing you were safe and someone’s baby. We got to grow a strong connection in the short time I had with you. You were my betfriend and the only one who could cheer me up. I’m glad your not suffering anymore and somewhere safe watching over me and your brothers. You will forever be my baby and will be in my heart and memories ♡
– Chay
Big Daddy Ratty Jr (BDRJ) 03/03/22 – 03/19/24
BDRJ was one of the most amazing rats I have ever had the honor of having. Everyone she met fell in love with her. She would give the biggest of kisses to everyone she met and clean my face every day. We named her Big Daddy Ratty Jr because she looked just like her dad, Big Daddy Ratty. We also thought BDRJ was a boy when she was little, haha. She got her sweetness from him for sure, he was a very loving dad rat that loved his babies. BDRJ loved her babies just as much as he did too. The little sneak somehow got pregnant, but now I have her son. Skippy. I miss BDRJ every day. She was more then a heart rat, she was my soul rat. I wish I could hold her one more time or just see her in her favorite hammock all smooshed out. I love her so much, there will always be a place in my heart for her.
– Autmn
Bilbo 08/02/21-08/29/23
Dear sweet Bilbo Ratkins. You were always the people’s favourite. You loved everyone and everyone loved you in return. I think the big dumbo ears are what you secretly used to lure everyone in. My most treasured memory is when you escaped and I was frantic trying to find you. Only to spot you sound asleep, half curled up inside one of my shoes. Thank you for taking care of your brother Lemmiwinks after his surgery. You were there for him every step of the way in his recovery. While CHF was not as treatable, you fought so hard and I appreciate you for holding on as long as you did. I love you ♥
– Nikita P.
Lemmiwinks 08/02/21-02/08/24
My darling boy. You went from being my “anxiety rat” to my heart rat. I never imagined that you would go from being so shy and scared, to us being completely inseparable in the end. You were so brave through your surgery and you came out the other end and gave me several more months of joy and happiness. While it was the most difficult decision I’ve ever had to make, I loved you enough to say goodbye. To give you the gift of peace and painlessness. Thank you For all the love and memories you gave me. My heart is bigger because of you, and I will love you always ♥
– Nikita P.