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 56,000+ 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 56,000 pets each year.

Love Heals: Bacio’s Inspiring Journey

Seeing Bacio today, it’s hard to imagine the pain he once endured. His days are filled with sunshine, snuggles with his cat siblings, and the joys of living with a […]

$13 can keep pets out of shelters – 2X match EXTENDED

Thank you to all who donated yesterday. We asked for help & you came through, raising close to $4,000!! And because a good friend offered to match all donations, we’re $8,000 […]

Double the Love, Double the Joy

Why Bonded Pairs Make the Best Companions When you adopt a bonded pair, you’re not just giving two pets a loving home—you’re preserving a lifelong friendship. These duos have already […]

Two Years, Six Days

An open letter to my dog, Roxie. by Second Chance volunteer Mike It was 2 years and 6 days that you spent in the shelter. And you eventually […]

Love Heals: Bacio’s Inspiring Journey

Seeing Bacio today, it’s hard to imagine the pain he once endured. His days are filled with sunshine, snuggles with his cat siblings, and the joys of living with a […]

$13 can keep pets out of shelters – 2X match EXTENDED

Thank you to all who donated yesterday. We asked for help & you came through, raising close to $4,000!! And because a good friend offered to match all donations, we’re $8,000 […]

Double the Love, Double the Joy

Why Bonded Pairs Make the Best Companions When you adopt a bonded pair, you’re not just giving two pets a loving home—you’re preserving a lifelong friendship. These duos have already […]

Love Heals: Bacio’s Inspiring Journey

Seeing Bacio today, it’s hard to imagine the pain he once endured. His days are filled with sunshine, snuggles with his cat siblings, and the joys of living with a […]

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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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