Second Chance Animal Shelter
Our Mission
At Second Chance Animal Shelter in Alpena, MI, our mission is to provide compassionate care to domestic animals in need, ensuring they receive the love, support, and medical attention they deserve. We are dedicated to creating a brighter future by rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming animals until they find their perfect forever families.
Building a Better Community
We believe in the power of a second chance, and our work is driven by a deep commitment to our animal friends. By actively addressing the issue of animal overpopulation through education and our spay and neuter programs, we strive to foster a community where every animal is cherished and cared for.
How We Help
As a licensed 501(c)3 non-profit, we go above and beyond to ensure each animal in our care thrives in a safe, healthy environment. Beyond our shelter facility, we offer fostering opportunities that open hearts and homes to animals in need, providing them with a secure space while they wait for their new beginning.
Your Connection to Us
We understand that the bond between a human and their animal companion is profound and life-changing. By providing valuable resources and guidance, we empower individuals to forge deep, lasting connections that promote a harmonious and happy life together. We are proud to be the voice for those who cannot speak for themselves.
Join Our Mission
Whether you are looking to open your home to a new companion or want to support our efforts, we invite you to be part of our journey. Please visit our website to explore our adoptable pets, learn about volunteer and foster opportunities, or see how a donation can help us continue our vital work for the animals of Alpena.
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4/22 - Alpena council amends cat ordinance
ALPENA – On Monday, the Alpena Municipal Council passed an amended ordinance that it hopes will help address the growing population of free-roaming, undomesticated cats in th city. Council,for several months, have considered changing the ordinance to ban feeding feral cats. The changes made on Monday don’t ban feeding the animals, but if a resident […]
