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.

Second Chance Advances to the Voting Round in Three Best of Central Mass Categories

Voting is now open for the 2026 Best of Central Mass Community’s Choice Awards, and Second Chance Animal Services is excited to be part of the voting round in three […]

A Special Moment on ABC World News Tonight

We were honored to be included in a heartwarming moment on ABC World News Tonight with David Muir following our recent visit to New England Patriots Training Camp. As the […]

Emergency Rescue: 16 Cats & Kittens Need Your Help

As New England braces for another dangerous heatwave, cats and kittens left behind after their owner was unexpectedly placed in assisted living urgently need help. The family had no idea […]

Summer Vacation Foster Program Off to a Great Start, More Dogs Are Still Waiting

When we launched our Summer Vacation Foster Program, we hoped to give shelter dogs a chance to enjoy some time away from the shelter while helping us learn more about […]

Second Chance Advances to the Voting Round in Three Best of Central Mass Categories

Voting is now open for the 2026 Best of Central Mass Community’s Choice Awards, and Second Chance Animal Services is excited to be part of the voting round in three […]

A Special Moment on ABC World News Tonight

We were honored to be included in a heartwarming moment on ABC World News Tonight with David Muir following our recent visit to New England Patriots Training Camp. As the […]

Emergency Rescue: 16 Cats & Kittens Need Your Help

As New England braces for another dangerous heatwave, cats and kittens left behind after their owner was unexpectedly placed in assisted living urgently need help. The family had no idea […]

Second Chance Advances to the Voting Round in Three Best of Central Mass Categories

Voting is now open for the 2026 Best of Central Mass Community’s Choice Awards, and Second Chance Animal Services is excited to be part of the voting round in three […]

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ADOPTABLE DOGS

ADOPTABLE CATS

ADOPTABLE RABBITS

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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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