2nd Chances Rescue

A non-profit, foster-based, rescue located in Norco, California. We rescue dogs in need including abandoned, medical, and special needs dogs.

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Adoption Process

2nd Chances Rescue ensures a safe placement for each dog. There are 3 steps to adopt your new best friend.

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About Fostering

It takes a village to help all of the dogs in need. Find out how you can help a dog (or two) in need. 

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How you can help

If you are not able to adopt or foster a dog, become a sponsor!

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2nd Chance Tips

Find out more about our fosters, rescue dogs and dog-related resources.

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Volunteer

Interested in volunteering? Check out how you can become a 2nd chance volunteer.

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Pup Stories

1,000’s of dogs of all ages and breeds have impacted fosters and their new forever family. Learn their story.

Questions? Contact us!

Volunteers will respond as quickly as possible. 

You ask, we answer

Frequently asked questions

The adoption fee includes vaccines, microchip and spay or neuter deposit. The deposit portion of the fee will be refunded with proof of sterilization. 

We do not offer refunds, however if you find that a particular dog is not a good fit, you can return the dog to the foster and we can attempt to find you a better fit.

Dogs are posted on https://2ndchances.rescueme.org/. Our volunteers work hard to ensure accurate posts of available dogs. You would contact us to set up a meet and greet. Also, we have a number of adoption events every month. We bring an assortment of dogs, but if you let us know in advance, we can meet you at the event with the dog you would like to meet.