Second Chance Small Dog Rescue in Elkhart, Indiana
About Second Chance Small Dog Rescue
Second Chance Small Dog Rescue is an animal rescue in Elkhart, Elkhart County, Indiana. Its name and records point to a focus on dogs. It is registered with the IRS as a tax-exempt organization, recognized in 2008. The nearest other listed shelter or rescue is CatSnip Etc, about 4.4 mi away.
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What Second Chance Small Dog Rescue does
- Pet adoption Not available
- Accepts owner surrenders Not available
- Lost and found pets Not available
- Foster program Not available
- Volunteer program Not available
- Spay and neuter clinic Not available
- Vaccination clinic Not available
- Microchipping Not available
- No-kill (stated) Not available
- Wheelchair accessible Not available
- Dogs Yes
- Cats Not available
- Rabbits and small animals Not available
- Birds Not available
- Reptiles Not available
- Horses Not available
- Farm animals Not available
- Wildlife Not available
Nearby shelters and rescues
- CatSnip Etc21060 US-20, Goshen, INAnimal shelter4.4 mi
- Humane Society of Elkhart County54687 County Road 19, Bristol, INHumane society5.0 mi
- Mishawaka Animal Care Center129 W Edison Rd, Mishawaka, INAnimal shelter12 mi
- Humane Society of St. Joseph County2506 Grape Rd, Mishawaka, INHumane society12 mi
- Heartland Small Animal Rescue Inc.4540 Grape Rd, Mishawaka, INAnimal rescue12 mi
- All 4 Animals Rescue2300 W 6th St #3, Mishawaka, INAnimal rescue13 mi
- House of Paws IN, Dog Rescue53810 County Road 43, Middlebury, INAnimal rescue15 mi
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Where is Second Chance Small Dog Rescue located?
Second Chance Small Dog Rescue is at 821 E Lusher Ave, Elkhart, IN 46517 in Elkhart County.
What are the hours of Second Chance Small Dog Rescue?
No opening hours are on record. Call at (574) 295-7184 or check its website before visiting; many shelters keep separate hours for adoptions, intake and lost-pet searches.
How do I adopt from Second Chance Small Dog Rescue?
Contact the organization for its list of adoptable animals and its application form. Expect an application, a meeting with the animal and an adoption fee, which usually covers spay or neuter surgery, first vaccinations and a microchip. Rescues often place animals from foster homes, so meetings are by appointment.
Can I surrender a pet to Second Chance Small Dog Rescue?
Call the shelter before you bring an animal in. Many shelters and most rescues take owner surrenders by appointment only, some charge a surrender fee, and some keep a waiting list. Ask whether they offer a rehoming program or pet food and vet assistance first; many surrenders can be avoided with short-term help. The municipal animal control shelter is usually required to accept animals from residents of its city or county.
Are donations to Second Chance Small Dog Rescue tax-deductible?
Second Chance Small Dog Rescue matches an IRS record for a tax-exempt animal welfare organization (EIN 06-1816614). Donations to 501(c)(3) charities are usually tax-deductible; ask the organization for a receipt. Many shelters also post a wish list of supplies they need.
Related guides
- Pet Adoption Fees ExplainedTypical adoption fees for dogs, cats and other pets, what the fee usually covers, and why prices differ between shelters and rescues.
- How to Adopt a DogWhere to look, how the application, meet-and-greet and home check work, what it costs, and how to pick a dog that fits your life.
- Pet Adoption ChecklistWhat to prepare before you apply, what to bring on adoption day, the supplies to buy and how to pet-proof your home.
- Adopting a Senior PetThe benefits of adopting an older dog or cat, realistic health costs, questions to ask and how to help a senior pet settle in.