Every year our limited edition special color hoodies sell out quickly. Here’s your chance to order yours first! A portion of the purchase price comes back to help Second Chance continue our work helping pets in need in Massachusetts and beyond.
We are thrilled to announce that we performed our 75,000th low-cost spay and neuter surgery in September, marking another milestone in our mission to create healthier communities for pets.
This is just the latest achievement in our commitment to providing accessible and affordable spay and neuter services. We began our low-cost program in 2005 at the East Brookfield shelter, aiming to address the root causes of pet homelessness. Today, the program serves hundreds of pets each month in state-of-the-art surgical suites inside our hospitals in North Brookfield, Southbridge, Springfield, and Worcester, made possible by grants and generous donors.
Spaying and neutering not only contribute to controlling the population of stray and unwanted animals but also play a vital role in enhancing the overall health and well-being of pets. These procedures can prevent various cancers and other serious health issues while positively influencing pets’ behavior by reducing aggression and roaming tendencies.
This milestone is a testament to the dedication of our team and the support of our community. However, our work is far from over. We are committed to continuing our efforts to reach even more pets in need. We urge all pet owners to consider spaying or neutering their pets. Routine spays and neuters can protect pets from life-threatening conditions, including pyometra and testicular cancer. Our goal is not only to address the immediate needs of pets but to contribute to a healthier pet community in the long run.
Please visit our Spay/Neuter page for more information on our low-cost spay and neuter program.
At the end of September, we took in 16 cats from a challenging living situation. They are now safe, but they need our help to ensure they receive the care they deserve. At this time, we estimate that the cost of their care will be over $10,000.
About the Cats:
– Ages: 1 to 5 years (most are 2-3 years old)*
– Temperament: Mostly very friendly, with a couple of shy ones
– Conditions: Various stages of need for medical care
– Special Cases: 2 pregnant cats in foster care, 4 needing dental surgery, 12 on medication for various health issues (URI, skin, eyes, ears)
How You Can Help:
We’ve set up a fundraiser to cover their veterinary bills, medication, and special care needs. Your generous contribution will provide these cats with a second chance at a happy and healthy life.
What Your Donation Can Do:
– $20: Covers a week of medication for one cat
– $50: Contributes to the dental surgery for a cat in need
– $100: Supports the foster care of a pregnant cat and her future kittens
Every dollar makes a difference, and your shares help us reach more caring individuals. Let’s come together to give these cats the love and care they deserve!
Thank you for your compassion and support.
*updated ages 10/10/2023
The first two of the rescued cats are now available for adoption.
Beetlejuice is a 2-year-old neutered male. He’s available at our Adoption Center.
Hippo is a 1-year-old neutered male. He will be available Wednesday afternoon from 4-7 pm at our satellite location inside Northborough PetSmart.
If you don’t see Beetlejuice or Hippo on our Adopt-a-Cat page, they may have found a new home.
Charlie is a resilient 7-week-old German Shorthaired Pointer who’s captured our hearts. Charlie came to us with a fractured leg. The good news is that it’s a hairline fracture with no displacement. Since he’s so young, with some TLC, a splint, and lots of love, he’s expected to heal quickly!
The estimated cost for his treatment, including frequent bandage changes and monitoring, is around $1,000. We’ve set up a Facebook Fundraiser for all who want to help Charlie and pets just like him who come to us with medical needs. You can watch him grow before your eyes as he recovers and shows off his latest bandage colors on Facebook and Instagram.
“I got Bee when she was 7 weeks old. She has provided me with lots of love and companionship, as does her sister Honey. She has lots of toys that she enjoys and also running after her sister.
Two weeks ago she woke me up screeching in pain so I took her to the emergency vet…they took x-rays and told me what was wrong with her hip, and that she would need a procedure called FHO and the price was too much for me so they recommended Second Chance.
I made an appointment for as soon as possible and if it wasn’t for them, I would have had to put her to sleep…It’s a great place to come! A very caring and understanding group of professionals.”
Show your support for animals in the Springfield community! Bring a friend and come out for great food, fellow animal lovers, a drink and some great music. PURCHASE TICKETS
Join us for Cruise for Critters at Westview Farms Creamery on Saturday, September 30th (10am-3pm). Help us make it an unforgettable day for our furry companions! This beloved end of season car show which benefits Second Chance Animal Services promises fun for animal lovers or all ages.
This handsome young pup is a perfect example of why we do what we do. When he wasn’t feeling well and couldn’t hold down any food, his family rushed him to an emergency hospital. It turned out that five-month-old Finley got himself into some serious trouble when he ate something he shouldn’t. He needed emergency surgery to remove the object, but the cost was more than his family could afford. Lucky for Finley, the emergency facility knew about Second Chance. His family brought him to our North Brookfield hospital where Dr. Jackie and her team stayed late to help save this boy. Happily Finley is back home with his grateful family.
We believe in making quality care accessible to all. Our four full-service hospitals are committed making sure every pet can get the care they need. All locations offer subsidized rates for those that qualify. After all, stories like Finley’s are the reason we do what we do.
This September, we are hitting the road with special low-cost pet vaccine clinics to help keep pets healthy. We are excited to announce a series of four community vaccine clinics scheduled for September.
These community vaccine clinics are part of Second Chance’s ongoing commitment to ensuring the health and well-being of pets within the local communities. With a mission to improve the lives of animals and the people who love them, Second Chance Animal Services is excited to bring essential veterinary services directly to pet owners in convenient and accessible locations.
Details for the upcoming community vaccine clinics are as follows:
Athol
Date: September 9
Location: Silver Lake (off Unity Road)
Time: 9AM to 12 Noon
Services: $5 Rabies Vaccine, $5 Distemper Vaccine, $22 Microchips
Chicopee – Dogs Only
Date: September 15
Location: Teddy Bear Pools and Spas, 41 East Street
Time: 9AM to 3PM
Services: $10 Rabies Vaccine, Free Distemper Vaccine
Fitchburg
Date: September 23
Location: Fitchburg Central Fire, 33 North Street
Time: 9AM to 12 Noon
Services: $5 Rabies Vaccine, $5 Distemper Vaccine, $22 Microchips
Orange
Date: September 30
Location: 18 Water Street
Time: 9AM to 12 Noon
Services: $5 Rabies Vaccine, $5 Distemper Vaccine, $22 Microchips
Pet owners are encouraged to take advantage of these clinics, which are made possible in part by grants including a grant from the Community Foundation for North Central Massachusetts. All services will be administered by Second Chance veterinary professionals with a dedication to the well-being of pets.
To ensure a smooth and efficient process, registration for the community vaccine clinics is available online at www.secondchanceanimals.org/vaccine-clinics. Pre-registration is recommended, but walk-ins will also be accommodated based on availability.
We are excited to bring our services to provide pet owners with access to essential vaccinations. By bringing these clinics to different communities, we aim to make it easier for pet owners to prioritize their pets’ health and well-being.
Second Chance also offers weekly low-cost vaccine clinics at each of their veterinary hospitals which are located in North Brookfield, Southbridge, Springfield and Worcester. For more information on all the services offered at our hospitals, please visit secondchanceanimals.org/vetcare.
Charlie is a resilient 7-week-old German Shorthaired Pointer who’s captured our hearts. Charlie came to us with a fractured leg. But here’s the good news: our shelter vet says it’s a hairline fracture with no displacement. Since he’s so young, with some TLC, a splint, and lots of love, he’s expected to heal quickly!
Charlie need needs monitoring and frequent bandage changes which he is happy to show off on social media. The estimated cost for his care is around $1,000. We started a Facebook Fundraiser for anyone who wants to help Charlie and pets just like him who come to us with medical needs. You can watch him grow before your eyes as he recovers and see his latest bandage colors on Facebook and Instagram.