Second Chance Animal Rescue

11/13/2025

GIVE TO THE MAX day is just one week away!
You can SCHEDULE A DONATION for that day or give on that day! Go to our link below to donate before the 20th and the money won’t be withdrawn from your account until Nov. 20, and your donation helps towards the incentives offered early giving days and on that day. Thursday, November 20, is the largest giving day of the year sponsored by GiveMN.org. Thank you from all the animals. https://givemn.org/organization/Second-Chance-Animal-Rescue-1

11/09/2025

Foster kitten, Zen, decided to go lay on top of tiny, new foster kitten, Josie. Maybe he didn't see her because she is so small. :) Then brother, Benny, decided to join them.

11/06/2025

WISCONSIN - Ridglan Farms Agrees to Surrender Wisconsin Dog Breeder License and Stop Selling Beagles

As reported, Ridglan Farms, “America’s second-largest breeder of beagles for scientific research, will surrender its Wisconsin breeding license.” Under an agreement signed by company owners and Wisconsin’s La Crosse County District Attorney, Tim Gruenke, “Ridglan Farms will voluntarily surrender its license to operate as a ‘dog breeder’” and cease to operate as a “dog breeder,” as defined under Wisconsin state law, by July 1, 2026. Until then, Ridglan may sell its remaining beagles, estimated at 3,000. In exchange, the state ended the investigation run by Gruenke, who was appointed as special prosecutor, and it will no longer be able to bring criminal or civil charges against the company in relation to the issues under investigation. The company will retain its U.S. Department of Agriculture licensure. The Dane County Board of Supervisors had passed a resolution calling for revocation of the company’s state license on October 23, 2025, just days before the agreement was signed.
Courtesy of The Brooks Institute

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11/05/2025

https://www.kimt.com/news/minnesota-shuts-down-dog-breeder-for-selling-sick-pets/article_33883fab-e131-422c-afa7-293d05e03b3c.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawN3diFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFnUjIxNGZUTUQ1UjFWNm9Jc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHpxU96q-tzIX77OIbdvst6o7UKhzX99t8n8hFVC0G4bOPGBN4xjp___N7LyF_aem_ZWa19Q3_EE6q0MOJGb4FLw&brid=lL7iC9x2iTwH_FNiy_3bOQ

Minnesota law mandates that pet sellers provide health and veterinary care disclosures to buyers.

11/01/2025

EARLY GIVING starts today for “Give to the Max” day held on Thursday, November 20. As we celebrate 31 years of saving the lives of thousands of dogs and cats, this is a great opportunity to help Second Chance raise much needed funds to continue rescuing the neediest animals - dogs and cats waiting at animal control impound facilities; dogs and cats living in filthy conditions; abandoned, sick, neglected and injured dogs and cats; and a wide variety of other rescue situations. We work hard to give as many animals as possible a Second Chance at life and companionship, but we can't do it without funding and your help. If you schedule your donation in advance of Nov. 20, the money won’t be withdrawn from your account until that day AND one $500 drawing will be given out each early giving day. Your donation helps towards the monetary incentives on the 20th as well. Thank you from the animals.
Please help - https://givemn.org/organization/Second-Chance-Animal-Rescue-1

10/31/2025

Have a Happy and safe Halloween! Remember to keep pets in a secure area so no one runs out an open door.

10/30/2025

Happy Tail! We received this message from Karen K, about the very handsome Baxter. Thanks for sharing Karen!

I adopted Baxter from Second Chance in mid-May of this year. He is one of the lucky little dogs Second Chance brought up from Texas.

He’s such a joy! He loves going for little walks around the neighborhood (where he is an instant favorite with everyone he meets!), hanging out in the backyard, nibbling on his salmon chews, and napping on his “therapeutic” dog bed! The only thing he does NOT like is going to the groomer - but we’re working on that!

Thanks so much to everyone at Second Chance (Jeannie, Mary, and Lynda) who helped shepherd him to me. I love him dearly and couldn’t have asked for a better little companion!

10/17/2025

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Join us this Saturday (10/18) from 12-2 as we help Fleet Farm Oakdale celebrate October Fest! There will be food and fun activities for the whole family. Some of our dogs will be in attendance - stop by and say hi. You might just meet your new best friend! 🧡🧡🧡

10/10/2025

UPDATE - the sisters were adopted!
Star and Lizzie are looking for their forever home together. These sisters are the sweetest kittens who purrr all the time and love being with people. They will entertain you with their games and give you a lot of love. Read more about them at this link -
https://www.petfinder.com/cat/kittens-star-and-lizzie-78498760/mn/white-bear-lake/second-chance-animal-rescue-mn09/

09/25/2025

A veterinary hospital in Minnesota, focusing on neurological conditions in cats and dogs, will soon open its doors -

Minnesota Veterinary Neurology opens to care for feline and canine neurological issues. Dr. Carpentier shares insights on the unique services offered.

09/20/2025

UPDATE - Toby has been adopted!
Toby needs a foster! He is a shy guy and definitely needs another dog in the home for comfort and companionship. Toby is currently in boarding, and we would love to find a foster or permanent home so he can continue to learn that life isn't always so scary. If you are interested in learning more about Toby, check out his story on our website (link in bio).UPDAATE

09/13/2025

Hi - I'm Mel. I've been told that I'm very handsome with lovely green eyes. I'm about 2 years old and looking for my forever home. I like everyone I meet and love zooming around my foster home at night and keeping my eyes on the activity out the windows during the day. I like being in the same room as my foster mom so I can see what she is doing. Read more about me at this link to see if you might be my person.
https://www.petfinder.com/cat/mel-78187941/mn/white-bear-lake/second-chance-animal-rescue-mn09/