Pet Column
Issues & News
Spring Into Kitten Season by Fostering
Kitten Season is coming! While it sounds all cute and fluffy, it’s incredibly stressful for our staff. Kitten season is the yearly influx of pregnant cats and orphaned
How Can We Help?
At Second Chance, we care for and work to find homes for homeless companion animals. While that will always be the most visible part of our work, we
What is PACFA and Why is it Important?
We at Second Chance are pet lovers who work every day to make sure our cats and dogs are given the best. We strive to find loving homes,
Spaying and Neutering Saves Lives
The reality is there are more pets needing homes than homes wanting pets. We receive calls like these: “I found a box of puppies in a parking lot.”
Nothing Quite Like the Smell of a Wet Dog
When you think of things you love about your dog, it’s probably the companionship, the playtimes, the snuggles, and those loving eyes. Wet dog smell, not so much.
“Project” Dogs: Two Stories and a Plea
Story One: Five to Thirteen Last November, we received a call from someone who was overwhelmed by the dogs they had taken in and needed immediate help. There
Saving Community Cats
Last week, we explained how to recognize a feral cat versus a homeless or stray cat. As anyone who works to save community cats will attest, there are
What is a Feral Cat?
The term “feral cat” is one of the most misunderstood terms in animal welfare. Some people believe that a feral cat is a wild and dangerous creature that
Ouch! Why Does Your Cat Bite?
When your cat bites you or your family, it can happen quickly and cause injury. There are several reasons why cats bite, and it's important to understand them.
Beat the Blahs
Is Your Pet is Bored? Have you got the winter blahs? The excitement of the holidays is over. The good winter snowfall has yet to happen. Blah. If