Thursday, October 22, 2026 · Adoptions
200th adoption of the year
Mabel the beagle made it 200 — a record year for Sampleville adopters.
Rescue, foster, adopt in Sampleville
Every animal deserves a second chance.
A volunteer-run rescue finding homes for dogs and cats across the Sampleville region. (This is a fictional demonstration site.)
- Serving since 2009
- the Sampleville region
Something for everyone
Programs
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Weekend adoption days
Meet the dogs and cats looking for homes. No appointment needed.
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Dog walking crew
Give a shelter dog their favourite hour of the day.
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Foster orientation
Everything you need to foster a dog or cat — supplies included.
Mark your calendar
Events at a glance
Paws in the Park walk-a-thon
Sunday, November 15, 2026 · 10:00 am
Sampleville Riverside Park
Our biggest fundraiser of the year — bring your dog!
Holiday photo day
Sunday, December 6, 2026 · 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
The shelter
Pet portraits by donation, prints while you wait.
What's new
News and updates
From our community
“They matched us with exactly the right dog. Biscuit has been family from day one.”
— An adopter, 2026
Lend a hand
Volunteer with us
Walkers, foster homes, kennel helpers, and event hands — the animals need all of it.
- Dog walker
- Foster home
- Kennel care
- Events crew
Thank you
Our funders and partners
- Sampleville Veterinary Clinic
- Riverside Pet Supply
Support your centre
Support Second Chance Animal Rescue
Your gift pays for vet care, food, and warm kennels while animals wait for their people.
Donations are not eligible for a tax receipt.
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