NO NEED TO WAIT!

Pets need your help more than ever before. That's why the First Time Flippers of Sturbridge have generously offered to double your Giving Tuesday gift up to $710.

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GIVE THEM A 'SECOND CHANCE'

Your gift can change the life of a pet in need.

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VETERINARY CARE FOR ALL

Four full-service veterinary hospitals in Springfield, Worcester, North Brookfield, and Southbridge to care for your pet.

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Meet some amazing pets just waiting for their 'Second Chance'

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More Than Just A Shelter!

Second Chance is a very different animal organization that provides programs to help in every way possible to make lives better for pets. We make a difference in the lives of over 44,000 pets each year.

Big Feelings, Big Hearts, and the Transformative Power of Kindness

Sharing the most amazing note from our volunteer Mike. Your support makes stories like this possible. She poked her head out from the back seat and proceeded to lick my […]

Poorly Drawn Pets

Poorly Drawn Pets is back! This fundraiser was so much fun, our volunteers are bringing it back for a limited number of “Portraits.” For a $25 Facebook donation, one of […]

A Feast for Man & Beast

As we gather around the Thanksgiving table, savoring the delicious aromas and flavors of the season, it’s only natural to want to share the joy with our furry companions. It’s […]

2X Giving Tuesday Match Starts NOW

Pets need your help more than ever before. That’s why Ted & Barbara Hebert of Teddy Bear Pools have generously offered to double your Giving Tuesday gift up to $2,500. This year for […]

Big Feelings, Big Hearts, and the Transformative Power of Kindness

Sharing the most amazing note from our volunteer Mike. Your support makes stories like this possible. She poked her head out from the back seat and proceeded to lick my […]

Poorly Drawn Pets

Poorly Drawn Pets is back! This fundraiser was so much fun, our volunteers are bringing it back for a limited number of “Portraits.” For a $25 Facebook donation, one of […]

A Feast for Man & Beast

As we gather around the Thanksgiving table, savoring the delicious aromas and flavors of the season, it’s only natural to want to share the joy with our furry companions. It’s […]

Big Feelings, Big Hearts, and the Transformative Power of Kindness

Sharing the most amazing note from our volunteer Mike. Your support makes stories like this possible. She poked her head out from the back seat and proceeded to lick my […]

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Your support will change the lives of pets in need

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Our caring staff provides the best care & treatment

Second Chance Animal Services operates high quality veterinary hospitals in Southbridge, Springfield, Worcester and North Brookfield. Our hospitals are open to everyone and offer subsidized rates for qualified households as part of our Community Healthy Pet Initiative.

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Do you love animals?

We could use your help!

As a nonprofit, a lot of our work depends on volunteers helping in many different ways. Check out the many ways you can help.

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Looking for your new best friend?

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