| Adopting
 Because we care about each and every animal we take into our program and want you to experience a rewarding, lifetime relationship with your new companion, Second Chance rescued dogs and cats live in experienced volunteer foster homes and become part of their families, enjoying daily care, love, and enrichment. Our dedicated volunteers, many of whom have over ten year’s experience with Second Chance, provide top quality care for the dogs and cats and learn about their unique personalities in order to help the Second Chance counselors make the right match for you and the animal you adopt. The fosters work with each animal to teach them good manners (if they don’t already have them) and address any other behavioral or medical issues the cats or dogs may have.
Once they are ready for adoption, our experienced adoption counselors provide you with a careful, honest assessment of each animal's health, temperament, and behavior in order to make the right match for your family and lifestyle.
The animal you adopt from us will have been vaccinated, heartworm or FeLV & FIV checked, dewormed and spayed or neutered. Your new companion will also receive a permanent ID tag and a free initial veterinarian examination. And, our commitment won’t end at the adoption.
If you have any questions or concerns years down the road, we will give you and your adopted companion animal our ongoing support.
Where the Animals Come From
Most of the dogs and cats in our program come from municipal impound facilities (animal control) as strays because they were not reclaimed by their owners within the state mandated five-day holding period.
We also receive animals from various other situations:
- large scale dog and cat breeding facilities that are downsizing or the animals have been seized for neglect
- owners who have died and the animals have no place to go
- animals abandoned in homes or on the street
- people who, due to some type of hardship, are unable to keep their animal
Many animals come to us confused, scared, underweight, in need of veterinary care and TLC. Some have never been off a chain or out of a cage and need to learn how to walk, play, trust and be a normal, well-socialized animal. Our dedicated fosters are up for the challenge and turn these challenges into trusting, loving companions ready for their forever homes.
Read about our Foster Program to see how the rescued animals are cared for prior to adoption.
See cats and dogs currently available for adoption
We also hold monthly adoption events at local pet supply stores.
 Toby and Frankie are both Second Chance Alum's who grace our home. They joined us at different times but they are forged as brothers and share unlimited and unconditional love with us. Nothing is better than a cat in your lap, sharing the fireplace with a warm friend, or being met at the door with a welcoming meow! Thank you Second Chance for these incredible members of our family. Thanks also to Nancy and the Foster Volunteers without whose efforts none of this could happen.
The Kofuji Family
 We adopted Lucy in 2000 at 6 months old when she was a clever puppy full of mischief and energy. Over the past 12 years, she gained a dog "brother" and a people "sister" and is the sweetest and gentlest dog on earth. She will turn 13 this year and is a happy, healthy girl who still gets the puppy gleam in her eye when it's time to play. Thank you Second Chance for uniting us with Lucy.
Sue, John and Charlotte (and Bodger too!) Gustad
 WE LOVE RILEY! He is our spoiled little baby!
Merry Christmas, Second Chance!
Nick, Stephanie and "Riley" Swedberg
 “Audrey” left and “Zsa Zsa” right. “Princess Eva” (middle) is finally a mother. Thank you Second Chance. :)
Cory and Mark
 We adopted Rusty (the butterscotch colored dog) from you last November and he is the sweetest dog ever!! He has made a wonderful addition to our family. Thank you!!
Glenda Greenwaldt
 Thank you once again for my best friend. Two years ago, I adopted Chopper (black and white one) from you. He has filled my life with so much joy. Keep up the good fight; so many depend on you.
Gus Menth
 The house was a bit too quiet, and my little beagle was feeling the loss of our 15-year-old tabby. I started a search with one goal in mind - to find a dog-friendly cat to be a companion to my cat-friendly dog. Who knew that the perfect match would come in the form of twins! Through Second Chance Animal Rescue, with their detailed descriptions (they do a fantastic job with the bios), I found two sweet 1-year-olds that seemed just right. And at the foster visit, it only took about 2 minutes (1 for each) for me to fall in love. Toby and his new siblings, Sidney (black) and Emma have bonded very quickly. They love to romp, chase and just hang out together. My house is no longer quiet but, instead, filled with craziness and joy! I am simply delighted with my happy little family. Thank you Second Chance for bringing us all together.
Bev Anderson
 This is our dog Taylor. We adopted him from Second Chance Animal Rescue in 2000. He was three years old at the time. He was a very frightened and abused dog, with scars from past abuse, both physically and mentally. Most rescues would have just euthanized him after all he had already been in about 7 foster homes, but we adopted him. Once he got over his issues, he became the best dog. He is turning 14 this November and, although he does have health problems, he still loves to go for walks, get treats and be brushed. Taylor was there for me when my parents got a divorce, when my grandma died, and when our other Second Chance dog Bart died earlier this year. He has helped me so much and I am forever grateful to him and Second Chance; after all, if they hadn't given him a "second chance", I might not be the person I am today.
Holly Page
 We adopted Bobke (the orange cat, formerly known as Colin) 3 years ago from Second Chance. He is about 4 years old now. As you can see he gets along great with our other cat Ned and he likes our other two cats too. He's never bothered by the dogs no matter what they do. He's the perfect fit for our home. Thanks for taking care of him until he found his place with us!
Julie Granlund Meehan
 We adopted Bogart from you in March. This is a painting of him by our daughter from her class this fall. He is Special! Thank you.
Martha Reineke
 Thanks for all your work bringing us Sunny who continues to be a constant source of joy.
Erin and Terry Carter
 Hello, I adopted Bob, a black and white cat, a couple years ago. I am extremely happy with him and I am pretty sure he is happy here with me. Please accept this contribution to such a wonderful cause. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Joyce Harvey
P.S. Bob says “Hi” and “Thank you for rescuing me.”
 Greetings from Stella – who I now call Stellar! We love Stellar. We are still working on her “separation anxiety”. I think she is starting to get it . . . that we will come back and to trust us. I think the walks/jogs with Cammie help her a lot and try to do this almost every morning. Thank you for Stellar!
Margie and Dick Miller
Dear Second Chance: My daughter, Adia, collected this money instead of having people give her Birthday presents (to help feed and care for the animals). We adopted Travis from you a few years ago and love him dearly. Best wishes,
Bridget Froehle, Adia Froehle-Baker and Travis
I just want to say thank you to Second Chance for helping us find the perfect second cat! We adopted "Blake" (on the right) in the spring. We renamed him Bruce Wayne (which may have been prophetic, as he loves to climb onto the top of the kitchen cabinets and sneakily watch you). We adore him so much, and our cat Stuart (on the left) does too! Thank you so much for all of your hard work!
Kelsey Speer
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