Second Chance Dog Rescue Mansfield

11/10/2025

🌟 Volunteer Spotlight: Kevin Bielby 🌟

We are beyond grateful to recognize one of our most outstanding and dedicated volunteers, Kevin Bielby!

Kevin spends hundreds of hours at Second Chance Dog Rescue, always working on projects that keep our rescue safe, organized, and running smoothly. He’s constantly going the extra mile to make sure our dogs have everything they need — and then some. 💪🐾

Kevin is truly the “Papa” to all of our dogs. His heart for them is unmatched, and his love and care shine through in everything he does. ❤️

His work here is absolutely priceless. Kevin has a genuine servant’s heart, and our rescue is better every single day because of him.

Thank you, Kevin, for your outstanding commitment, endless compassion, and for always going above and beyond for our dogs and our mission. Your hard work never goes unnoticed, and we are so very thankful for you. 🙏🐶

11/10/2025

‼️🙏🏻 URGENT NEED FOR DOG FOOD

Second Chance Dog Rescue is facing a critical shortage of dog food. With over 40 dogs currently in our care, we are completely out of Diamond Naturals Small Bites (the only food our new Chihuahuas can eat) and down to our last 2 bags of Diamond Naturals and ZERO Purina.

To put this in perspective, one 40 lb bag of food lasts approximately 5–7 days, depending on the number of dogs we have in-house. With our current population, our supply will be depleted very quickly.

We urgently ask for your help to ensure no dog goes without food.

✅Ways to help immediately:

1️⃣ Immediate fulfillment through Tractor Supply (preferred option):
Please place an order for local pickup under the name Lisa Carmichael. Once your order is confirmed, send us a direct message to notify us that it is ready for pickup.

Pickup location:
Tractor Supply
1550 Highway 157 N
Mansfield, TX 76063

Specific food links:
✅Diamond Naturals Small Bites (18 lb): https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/diamond-naturals-small-breed-adult-dog-chicken-rice-formula-dog-food-18-lb-bag-5054591
✅Diamond Naturals (40 lb): https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/diamond-naturals-chicken-rice-formula-adult-dog-food-40-lb-bag-5054575
✅Purina One (40 lb): https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/purina-one-natural-dry-dog-food-smartblend-chicken-rice-formula-40-lb-bag-1257156

2️⃣ Order from our Amazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3PTSZA2L8UM6F?ref_=list_d_wl_ys_list_1

3️⃣ Order from our Chewy Wishlist: https://www.chewy.com/g/second-chance-dog-rescue_b92677136

Additionally, Kuranda beds may be donated through this link: https://shelterbeds.org/donate/402376

Your support is vital to the health and well-being of our dogs. We are deeply grateful for your generosity during this urgent time.

11/09/2025

🚨 FREEZING TEMPS TONIGHT 🚨

Temperatures are dropping fast this evening, and our pets are just as vulnerable to the cold as we are. Please make sure your pets are brought indoors and safe.

Cold weather can be life-threatening. It is illegal in Texas to leave pets outside without proper shelter in extreme weather. If you see an animal left out in the cold, please report it to your local law enforcement or animal control. Your call could save a life.

Tips to prepare your pets for freezing temps:
• Bring all pets inside before dark
• Add extra blankets or bedding for warmth
• Make sure water bowls are not frozen (use heated bowls if possible)
• If you must take them outside, keep trips short
• Small, short-haired, senior, and sick pets are at higher risk
• If you care for community/outdoor cats, provide insulated shelters and straw (not blankets, which hold moisture)

Animals feel the cold just like we do.
Let’s keep them safe, warm, and protected tonight. ❤️🐾

11/09/2025

Heads up - there’s still routes blocked in the vicinity!

**UPDATE 11:15 am - Tracks are clear, roadways are open! Have a safe Sunday y’all!!**

We currently have a train blocking FM 1187 and Newt Patterson Road. As well as Newt Patterson Road and Williams Court. The current ETA for the train to get moving again is three hours. We will keep you updated and thank you for your patience.y

11/09/2025

Welcome Home! 🎉🐾
We are celebrating some very special adoptions:

Merle 🤍
Nollie 🤍
Buttons 🤍
Buffy 🤍
Marty 🤍

Each one has officially found their forever family, and our hearts are so full.

Happy lives, sweet babies. You are so loved. 🏡✨

11/09/2025

What does your dog’s ideal Saturday night look like? 🐾

Are they the snuggle-on-the-couch type… the zoomies-at-8pm type… or the snacks-and-a-nap type?

Drop a pic of your pup living their best Saturday life in the comments below.

11/08/2025

We love this org! Love to see what you’re doing to support your local community! Thank you for all you do! ❤️🐾

For those facing food insecurity amidst the shutdown, keeping pets fed can feel insurmountable. That’s why agencies across North Texas launched emergency initiatives this week to keep pets at home and out of already overcrowded shelters. NBC5’s Allie Spillyards has the story.

11/08/2025

Meet Georgia.
This sweet little Rat Terrier mix has been doing some brave growing lately.

When Georgia first came to us, she would curl into the back of her crate, trying to make herself as small as possible. She didn’t know she was safe yet. She didn’t know her life had just changed for the better. Watching her be so unsure broke our hearts.

With patience, routine, and gentle love, Georgia is now beginning to blossom. She comes out to say hello. She explores. She seeks out affection. She trusts us. Watching her transformation has been one of those quiet little miracles that reminds us why we do this work.

Georgia enjoys spending time with her chi friends and seems to do well in calm company. We are still learning whether she prefers to be the only dog or simply needs thoughtful introductions. That’s why we always do a meet-and-greet for potential adopters. We want the fit to feel good for everyone, especially her.

If you have room in your home and your heart for a gentle soul who is learning how to feel safe and loved, Georgia may be your girl.

To meet Georgia, please fill out the adoption form on our website below.

✅🔗ADOPT HERE: https://www.scdrm.com/adopt

Your home could be the place where her confidence blooms for good. 💗

11/08/2025

Happy Saturday from Second Chance Dog Rescue Mansfield!
These sweet faces are starting their weekend just like you are… hoping today might be the day they meet their person.

Frenchie • Jessi • Sissy • Darla • Wink • Stitch • Oliver • Wolf • Raven • Lurch

Each one has their own story, their own personality, and their own kind of love ready to give. Meet and greets are available today and we would love to match you with your new best friend.

Your future pup may already be waiting.

✅🔗Apply to adopt here: https://www.scdrm.com/adopt

Browse all adoptable pets here: https://www.petfinder.com/member/us/tx/mansfield/second-chance-dog-rescue-mansfield-scdr-tx2627/

11/08/2025

Meet Jessi. This girl is the definition of gentle sweetness.

She rode quietly in the car, took her time exploring a new home, and then settled right in for a cozy couch nap. She is still building her confidence, but she communicates so beautifully. Little nose boops for reassurance, soft nudges for love, and the sweetest energy in the room.

Jessi is young, yet she has this calm, steady presence about her. Playful, but never chaotic. Smart, attentive, and incredibly easy to redirect. She listens. She wants to connect. She wants to belong.

She would be a wonderful fit for many types of homes, though we feel she would be especially great for a young family. She is gentle, respectful, and already showing strong manners. She potties outside. She gives up toys when asked. She is doing well in her crate. She just wants to be near her people and feel safe.

She is still gaining confidence around other dogs, so she appreciates dogs who are kind and not too pushy. We also believe she may do well in a home with cats, and we can easily test that.

If you are looking for:
• Sweet and calm
• Smart and easy to train
• Gentle with kids
• Ready to bond deeply

Jessi might be your girl.

She has so much love to give and she is so ready to start her life in a home that truly sees her.

Apply to adopt Jessi today.
Your home may be the one she’s been waiting for. ♥️🐾
✅🔗ADOPT HERE: https://www.scdrm.com/adopt. ❤️