Our Story

At Second Chance Paws, every rescued pet finds a new beginning filled with love and care.
A group of seven light brown puppies are resting their heads on the back gate of a Ford Ranger pickup truck. A sign promoting dog walking and sitting services is attached to the vehicle. The puppies look curious and are closely snuggled together, gazing outward.
A golden retriever with a red and blue ribbon around its neck is lying on a tiled floor. Next to the dog, a black cat is curled up, resting against its side on a patterned carpet.

Our Friends

Snapshots of joy from pets finding their forever homes.

A black and white dog with a happy expression is being petted by a person. The dog is standing on wooden flooring within a rustic, wooden structure. The person's hand is reaching out to the dog's chin, and the person is partially visible, wearing a dark jacket.
A fluffy, tan-colored dog is being held in the arms of a person wearing a grey shirt with a logo. The background appears to be a busy street with blurred images of people walking and a red store sign.
A golden retriever dog, wearing a red and black harness, sits on the ground and looks up with a gentle expression while being petted by a person in blue clothing. The person is holding a leash, and a part of their body and white sneakers are visible.
A brown and white dog with a purple collar is sitting inside a metal cage. The dog has a sad expression, and there is a red blanket on a raised bed behind it. The floor is concrete.

Voices

Thanks to Second Chance Paws, Luna found a loving home where she’s truly cherished.
Volunteering here has been life-changing; every pet’s story touches my heart deeply.

Our Home

Nestled in the heart of town

Visit Us

697 Hilltop Street, Springfield, MA, USA

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9am – 6pm