170 Rats Rescued from Tarp-Covered Cars in Eugene

Eugene, OR, October 9, 2026 — An animal welfare organization in Eugene is currently providing care for a significant number of rats following a recent rescue operation. Greenhill has taken in 170 rats that were found living inside tarp-covered cars.

The exact circumstances leading to the discovery and rescue of the rats were not immediately available. Reports indicate that the animals were housed within vehicles that were covered with tarps. Greenhill, an organization dedicated to animal care, has confirmed it is now housing and attending to the welfare of all 170 rescued rats.

Further details regarding the specific location within Eugene where the cars were found, the condition of the animals upon rescue, or the timeline of the rescue operation have not been publicly disclosed. The organization’s current capacity and plans for the long-term care or adoption of these animals are also pending further information.

Organizations like Greenhill typically rely on public support and donations to manage the care of rescued animals, which can include veterinary treatment, specialized housing, and feeding. The influx of 170 rats represents a substantial undertaking for the shelter. Information on how the public can assist Greenhill with this particular rescue effort has not yet been released.

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