Helping Pets Live Better Lives

Our Worcester hospital has been impacted by fire damage caused by an issue originating outside of our building. For the safety of our staff, clients, and their beloved pets, this location is closed today and will remain closed while necessary repairs and inspections are completed.

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We apologize for the inconvenience. Please contact one of our other locations for immediate assistance.

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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 56,000 pets each year.

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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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