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Second Chance Animal Services seek foster families for pregnant pets
Second Chance Animal Services seek foster families for pregnant pets

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time21-05-2025

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Second Chance Animal Services seek foster families for pregnant pets

EAST BROOKFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Second Chance Animal Services is looking for foster families for pregnant pets. Massachusetts animal hospital to perform life-saving surgery on homeless puppy The nonprofit states that they've got a surge in pregnant animals who need a safe place to give birth and care for their newborns. Foster families typically care for a pregnant animal for several weeks to a few months, depending on the pet's needs and the age of the litter. No prior experience is needed, and Second Chance will provide training and guidance to families, as well as food, medical care, and support. If you are interested in fostering a pregnant pet, visit their website and fill out an application. 'Our fosters ensure we can help the most vulnerable animals,' said Lindsay Doray, Chief Development Officer for Second Chance. 'Right now, we're seeing a heartbreaking increase in requests to take in pregnant pets, and we simply don't have enough foster homes to meet the need. Without more fosters, we are forced to say no.' 'This is a wonderful way to make a life-changing difference without a long-term commitment,' added Doray. 'You're giving these pets and their babies the best possible start.' WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.

Free vaccine clinic for pets
Free vaccine clinic for pets

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time19-04-2025

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Free vaccine clinic for pets

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – Teddy Bear Pools and Spas in Chicopee teamed up with Second Chance Animal Services to offer a free vaccine clinic for dogs and cats. This clinic helped pet owners stay up-to-date on their pets' vaccinations. It ensures their four-legged friends have a healthy and happy life. Pet owners were able to get free Parvo-virus vaccinations along with rabies vaccinations for just $18 for their pets, and microchipping services for $22. Parvo is a highly contagious disease that can be deadly and affects mainly young and unvaccinated animals. 22News spoke to Second Chance about the significance of providing this free and reduced-cost vaccine clinic to the community. Chief Development Officer Lindsay Doray told 22News, 'It's to ensure that the disease doesn't spread. It's to make sure that these pets are vaccinated and safe from that, and to make sure that they have access to veterinary care. All animals have to be licensed. So this is an opportunity to make sure that they get the vaccines they need that are required to do that.' If you weren't able to stop by today, there are more opportunities to get your pets Chance Animal Hospital offers free and reduced-price vaccine clinics every week across the area. Second Chance will also be holding their annual golf tournament on July 14th in proceeds from the tournament help pets in underserved communities. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.

Puppy taken in at Massachusetts animal shelter suffers from serious disease
Puppy taken in at Massachusetts animal shelter suffers from serious disease

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time03-03-2025

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Puppy taken in at Massachusetts animal shelter suffers from serious disease

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – A puppy, who was taken in by Second Chance Animal Services, is being treated for a serious and potentially deadly disease. Second Chance Animal Services is reminding pet owners to take proactive steps in preventing heartworm. This disease is transmitted by infected mosquitoes and can be deadly if left untreated. Mississippi dog seeks new home again at Massachusetts shelter Signs of heartworm in dogs and cats include the following: A persistent cough Reluctance to move or exercise Fatigue Reduced appetite Weight loss Vomiting Gagging Buddy, a 10-month-old Mini Australian Shepherd, tested positive for heartworm. He is now undergoing treatment at Second Chance Animal Services. The non-profit organization is seeking donations to help aid in Buddy's treatment, which will cost approximately $900. To donate visit Once Buddy is cured, he will be available for adoption. 'This is completely avoidable and heartbreaking,' said Lindsay Doray, Chief Development Officer at Second Chance. 'Buddy has a potential adopter waiting for him, but his heartworm diagnosis stands in the way of his happily-ever-after. A simple monthly preventative could have saved Buddy from this ordeal, and we want to use his story to encourage all dog owners to talk to their veterinarian about heartworm prevention.' To prevent heartworm, many FDA-approved products are available with a veterinarian's prescription. Second Chance offers affordable care including heartworm testing and preventatives at four of its Community Veterinary Hospitals. They are located in North Brookfield, Worcester, Springfield, and Southbridge. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.

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