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Ridgway Farmers’ Market
Oct 2
October 2, 2026
Ridgway Farmers’ Market
October 2, 2026

Second Chance Humane Society will be at Ridgway Farmers Market in Hartwell Park with adoptable pets for the Ridgway Rendezvous!

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October 2, 2026
Delta Tractor Supply Co
Oct 3
October 3, 2026
Delta Tractor Supply Co
October 3, 2026

Join us at Tractor Supply Co in Delta for an adoption event with adoptable animals and information about our programs!

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October 3, 2026
Maple's 2nd Birthday Bash!
Oct 3
October 3, 2026
Maple's 2nd Birthday Bash!
October 3, 2026

Stop by any time during open hours to celebrate our longest-term resident on her 2nd birthday! Maple has officially spent HALF of her life in the shelter, so what better way to celebrate than by throwing her a party? Games, black cat decorations, desserts, and more! Plus, meet the marvelous Miss Maple! We hope to see you there and, more than anything, we hope Maple finds a loving home <3

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October 3, 2026
Ridgway Farmers’ Market
Oct 9
October 9, 2026
Ridgway Farmers’ Market
October 9, 2026

Second Chance Humane Society will be at Ridgway Farmers Market in Hartwell Park with adoptable pets for the Ridgway Rendezvous!

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October 9, 2026
Mountain Village Oktoberfest- Puppy Parade and Costume Contest
Oct 10
October 10, 2026
Mountain Village Oktoberfest- Puppy Parade and Costume Contest
October 10, 2026

Join SCHS and the Mountain Village Oktoberfest for this tail-wagging event! The puppy parade and costume contest is a full on celebration of Telluride’s four-legged residents, so make sure to dress your pet up for the occasion!

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October 10, 2026
Coffee With Cats
Oct 13
October 13, 2026
Coffee With Cats
October 13, 2026

Join us for a cozy morning in the cat castle!

Cuddle some kitties, enjoy coffee and pastries, AND participate in a Q&A with Nicholas Gilman, our Executive Director!

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October 13, 2026
Ridgway Farmers’ Market
Oct 16
October 16, 2026
Ridgway Farmers’ Market
October 16, 2026

Second Chance Humane Society will be at Ridgway Farmers Market in Hartwell Park with adoptable pets for the Ridgway Rendezvous!

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October 16, 2026
Murdoch’s Adoption Event
Oct 23
October 23, 2026
Murdoch’s Adoption Event
October 23, 2026

Meet some of our adoptable pets!

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October 23, 2026
Chow Down Adoption Event
Oct 24
October 24, 2026
Chow Down Adoption Event
October 24, 2026

Come meet a few of our adoptable pets and take home a new family member!

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October 24, 2026

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