Second Chance was founded in 1985 as a privately-funded organization dedicated to rehoming unwanted animals. Since then, we’ve grown into the largest animal rescue organization in mid-Missouri and have helped match countless pets with their perfect families. We are only able to care for more animals year after year due to the support of our foster families, donors and volunteers. 

Some of our animals come to us as strays or from local shelters, while others are given up by families who have to make the tough decision to surrender them. Through the kindness of our volunteers and foster families, our dogs and cats get the best care while we search for their forever home—no matter how long it takes. At no point are animals euthanized. We wait patiently to find just the right person or people to complete their family. Throughout the entire process, we maintain the highest standards of medical care, food, socialization and training available for our animals.