Helping Pets Live Better Lives

Second Chance is a very different animal welfare organization, and one of New England’s largest. Each year, we make a difference in the lives of 64,000+ pets through programs that keep pets out of shelters…and with the people they love.

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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 64,000 pets each year.

Everyone deserves the love of a pet and every pet deserves love.

Low-Cost Vaccine Clinics Coming to a Town Near You

Busy Schedules Shouldn’t Get in the Way of Lifesaving Care

Busy schedule? We get it. But pet vaccines are lifesaving, and staying on track matters, for your pet and for the broader community. To help make that easier, Second Chance […]

Leaves of Love

Recognize a Loved One or Special Pet at Second Chance Second Chance Animal Services helps more than 64,000 pets each year through adoption, veterinary care, spay and neuter services, training, […]

Behind the Paw: A Behind the Scenes Career Experience

At Second Chance, our mission comes to life through the people who show up each day to care for pets, support families, and strengthen our community. It is about people […]

Low-Cost Vaccine Clinics Coming to a Town Near You

Busy Schedules Shouldn’t Get in the Way of Lifesaving Care

Busy schedule? We get it. But pet vaccines are lifesaving, and staying on track matters, for your pet and for the broader community. To help make that easier, Second Chance […]

Leaves of Love

Recognize a Loved One or Special Pet at Second Chance Second Chance Animal Services helps more than 64,000 pets each year through adoption, veterinary care, spay and neuter services, training, […]

Low-Cost Vaccine Clinics Coming to a Town Near You

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Featured Pets

ADOPTABLE DOGS

ADOPTABLE CATS

ADOPTABLE RABBITS

ADOPTABLE SMALL PETS

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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