Second Chance Sheridan Cat Rescue

Second Chance Sheridan Cat Rescue (SCSCR) has a mission to rescue and rehabilitate homeless and special needs cats, provide free and low-cost spay/neuter services to the local community, and assist people who need help keeping their pets during difficult life situations.

Our rescue is no-kill, meaning we only euthanize animals that are in untreatable pain or suffering from disease. We specialize in the care of cats that many in the animal sheltering are unable or unwilling to care for, including orphaned kittens, cats with special needs, cats with chronic illnesses, and cats with behavioral problems. Some of the disabilities and chronic illnesses in which we specialize include paraplegia, spina bifida, hyperthyroidism, diabetes, renal disease, and many others.

SCSCR currently houses approximately 190 cats and kittens at our adoption center facility. Of those in our care, 18 cats have chronic medical conditions that require regular treatment and 11 cats have permanent physical disabilities. Of the 27 kittens in our care, 18 are still awaiting their spay/neuter surgeries in preparation for adoption. 

Vision Statement:

The vision of SCSCR is that every cat in Sheridan County has a home, every dog and cat owner in Sheridan County has access to affordable spay and neuter services, and that every companion animal is treated with kindness and respect.

Core Values:

Excellence. We strive to provide the highest quality care and services to animals in our care. 

Respect. We believe that all people deserve help in providing care for their pets. 

Education. We want to inspire people to learn how to care for and respect all animals.

SCSCR has three main service programs, each with their own clients: 

1) The Adoption Program aims to rehabilitate and find homes for homeless cats. Clients may include former cat owners who need to surrender their cats for personal reasons, as well as new cat owners who are adopting a cat.

2) The Spay/neuter Program provides free or discounted spay/neuter services for cats and dogs owned by anyone in Sheridan County. Clients are typically low-income residents who cannot afford these services on their own.

3) The Sanctuary Program provides free cat boarding to people who need temporary housing for their pets. Typical clients include veterans at the local VA Hospital, individuals checking into substance abuse treatment at local centers, or individuals undergoing cancer treatments.