Why Weird?

So glad you asked.

Weird Rescue started in someone’s living room. (Probably Bri’s) And like most ideas, it was fueled by a shockwave of excitement mixed with cortisol. Because talking about starting an animal rescue is a lot different than actually running one.

The process of getting a nonprofit up and running is lengthy and slightly anxiety inducing. It’s a system of seeking approvals until finally some stranger backlit by fluorescent lighting says, “Okay, fine.”

But Bri Xandrick and Lauren Avon took that “okay fine” and ran with it. Weird Rescue was birthed. And while most animal rescues usually stop at dogs and cats, Weird Rescue extends beyond.

That random frog that needs to be re-homed? Weird Rescue will handle.

Someone’s three-legged rabbit who needs a new mom? Weird Rescue is on it.

The abandoned parrot squawking at everyone to “f*ck off” and “suck a d*ck”? First Weird Rescue giggles, because that’s funny, but then they help him go to a loving home with a good sense of humor.

Rescues aren’t always sexy. They aren’t always fun. But damnit, they are rewarding.

We’re not starting this Substack to bring the doom and gloom of the animal rescue world. We’re here to invite you to hang out and read along as we update you on progress, fundraisers, and a series of wins.

Stay weird, y’all.