Second Chance Animal Rescue was founded in 2008 after vet nurse and local shelter volunteer Marisa Debattista witnessed first-hand how many beautiful animals needed help, versus how little resources were available.   Knowing she could make a change, Marisa launched Second Chance Animal Rescue with a few vet nurse friends and a handful of animals. Since then, we've grown into a network of hundreds of foster carers and other volunteers, with just as many cats and dogs in care. We're proud to say that by 2022 over 12,000 animals had been rescued and are now happily settled in new homes around the state. (Of course, our adopters will tell you, the question remains about just who saved who!)   On Sept 2019, after many years of planning and endless fundraising efforts, our second animal shelter opened in Craigieburn, Victoria. This allows us to save more animals and gives potential adopters the chance to meet animals in a happy, relaxed space. We'd love you to visit us. Who knows? You might just meet your new best friend.   Second Chance Animal Rescue is a not-for-profit organisation with Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status, meaning all donations over $2 are tax deductible. Visit our website to make a donation - http://secondchanceanimalrescue.com.au/make-a-once-off-donation/