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NYC Second Chance Rescue

Animal rescue in Whitestone, NY

NYC Second Chance Rescue is a registered 501(c)(3) foster-based charitable organization. Our tax ID is 26-4835303.

Our Mission:
We practice responsible and innovative ways to reduce animal overpopulation in shelters, rescue and rehabilitate critically injured and neglected animals, and connect the community to services that enable animals to remain in their homes. Together we are advocates, rescuers, and educators. Together we make a difference. Why do we do what we do? Because they Matter.

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PO Box 570701
Whitestone, NY 11357
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Adoptable pets at NYC Second Chance Rescue

We'll also keep you updated on Moxie's adoption status with email updates.
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Moxie

American Staffordshire Terrier/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 8 yrs
Whitestone, NY
We'll also keep you updated on Colton's adoption status with email updates.
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Colton

Catahoula Leopard Dog/American Staffordshire Terrier

Male, 4 yrs 10 mos
Whitestone, NY
We'll also keep you updated on Hallie's adoption status with email updates.
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Hallie

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 8 mos
Whitestone, NY
We'll also keep you updated on Marble (p)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Marble (p)

Shepherd (Unknown Type)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 mo
Whitestone, NY
We'll also keep you updated on Borodin (p)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Borodin (p)

German Shepherd Dog/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 mo
Whitestone, NY
We'll also keep you updated on Loaf (p)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Loaf (p)

Shepherd (Unknown Type)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 mo
Whitestone, NY
We'll also keep you updated on Cindy Lotus's adoption status with email updates.
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Cindy Lotus

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo
Whitestone, NY
We'll also keep you updated on Jackrabbit's adoption status with email updates.
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Jackrabbit

Labrador Retriever

Male, 4 yrs 4 mos
Whitestone, NY

Rescue FAQs

Our rescue has a network of volunteers that cover most of NY and the tri-state area. We rescue dogs and cats from "Death Row" at the local shelters and provide them with a Second Chance in life.

Additional adoption info

Please visit nycscr.org/adopt to learn about our application process.

Adoption application

https://nycsecondchancerescue.org/adopt

Pets at shelters & rescues near NYC Second Chance Rescue

Bergen County Animal Shelter

100 United Lane,
Teterboro, NJ 07608

Pit Crew Rescue Inc.

195 Victory Dr.,
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779

We'll also keep you updated on Hala's adoption status with email updates.
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Hala

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 5 mos
New York, NY
We'll also keep you updated on Lauren - Loving Pup!'s adoption status with email updates.
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Lauren - Loving Pup!

Beagle

Female, Puppy
Oakhurst, NJ
We'll also keep you updated on Trick's adoption status with email updates.
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Trick

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)/Whippet

Male, Young
Manhattan, NY
We'll also keep you updated on Leroy's adoption status with email updates.
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Leroy

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs 6 mos
Madison, NJ
We'll also keep you updated on Moppy's adoption status with email updates.
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Moppy

Domestic Longhair

Male, Adult
Brooklyn, NY
We'll also keep you updated on Carina's adoption status with email updates.
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Carina

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Norwalk, CT

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