Second Chance Animal Services Supports ASPCA in Hurricane-relief Efforts

EAST BROOKFIELD — Second Chance Animal Services is stepping up to support the ASPCA in the ongoing relief efforts following the devastation of Hurricane Helene in North Carolina. The nonprofit organization is providing some critical supplies, including crates and other essential items, to assist pets affected by the disaster.

As the ASPCA focuses on rescuing and caring for animals displaced by the storm, Second Chance is committed to helping with some of the needed supplies. This collaboration aims to ensure pets have the care and resources they need during this critical time.

“We’re honored to play a part in supporting pets affected by Hurricane Helene,” Second Chance CEO Sheryl Blancato said. “While the ASPCA is working diligently to reunite pets with their families, we’re providing some of the supplies they need to care for these animals while that process happens.”

The ASPCA is holding pets to allow time for families to locate and reunite with their missing pets. Once this reunification period passes, pets without homes will be placed in new, loving homes.

Second Chance is currently taking in pets from overwhelmed shelters in other parts of the country, using return transport vehicles to deliver essential supplies to hurricane-affected areas. After the 30-day reunification period, Second Chance expects to take in pets from hurricane-affected areas, ensuring that all reunifications are prioritized.