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Second Chance Community Veterinary Hospitals can help you care for your pet.

Wellness exams, sick visits, surgery, x-ray, ultrasound, dental care and more. Plus weekly vaccine clinics and low-cost spay/neuter services.Our hospitals are open to everyone and offer subsidized rates for qualified households as part of our Community Healthy Pet Initiative.

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N. Brookfield Community Veterinary Hospital

372 N. Main St.
North Brookfield, MA 01535

Mon & Fri: 8AM – 4:30PM
Tu, Wed, Thur: 8 AM – 7 PM

(508) 637-1333

(508) 637-1417

northbrookfield@secondchanceanimals.org

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Springfield Community Veterinary Hospital

67 Mulberry Street
Springfield, MA 01105

Mon – Fri: 8AM – 4:30PM

(413) 739-2343

(413) 372-4163

springfield@secondchanceanimals.org

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Worcester Community Veterinary Hospital

831 Main Street
Worcester, MA 01610

Mon – Fri: 7AM – 5PM

(774) 243-1234

(774) 243-6560 *NEW NUMBER*

worcester@secondchanceanimals.org

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Southbridge Community Vet Hospital

700 Worcester Street
Southbridge, MA 01550

Mon – Fri: 7AM – 5PM

(774) 318-1101

(774) 381-1061

southbridge@secondchanceanimals.org

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Our caring staff of veterinarians, veterinary technicians and support staff provide the best care and treatment for your pet. We have the latest in equipment and cutting edge spay/neuter surgery techniques to help ensure a great experience for all pets.

Our hospitals are open to everyone and offer subsidized rates for qualified households as part of our Community Healthy Initiative Program (CHIP). These reduced fees are only available to those that qualify. You must meet the income requirement to receive the subsidized rates. Those that do not qualify pay the regular fees and all proceeds benefit the programs that help pets in need.

For Our Special Patient’s Health & Comfort

Curbside service is available for pet owners who wish to remain in their cars while their pet is brought inside for exams.

  • Surgeries are performed on heated surgical tables
  • Post-surgical comfort includes heating units to keep pets comfortable and warm
  • In-house laboratory services including state of the art comprehensive blood chemistry and cytology machines
  • Anesthetic monitoring
  • Dental cleanings and extractions
  • Digital Dental X-Ray
  • Digital Full Body X-Ray
  • Parasite control
  • Pain relief
  • Individual comfortable recovery cages
  • A loving and knowledgable veterinary staff
  • Licensed veterinarians trained in cutting edge spay/neuter surgery

Subsidized Pricing

Everyone is welcome at our Community Veterinary Hospitals. Second Chance strives to alleviate the suffering of pets from treatable medical conditions. We offer subsidized rates for those that cannot afford to care for a pet in need. Subsidized pricing provides access to care for pet owners on fixed incomes, ensuring that pets get the medical care they need.Owners who don’t qualify for subsidized rates receive great veterinary care for their pets and help provide access to care for those who need assistance as well as help pets at our adoption center.It is a win for everyone – especially the pets!

To Qualify For Subsidized Pricing:Your combined household income must be below 150% of the poverty level. Income verification is required. You will need to provide a photo ID and proof of household income:

  • Pay Stubs (minimum 1 months worth)
  • SSI/SSDI/Veterans benefits letter
  • DTA benefits letter (No cards accepted. Applicable ONLY if you receive CASHbenefits.)
  • Most recent tax returns (must include adjusted gross income)
  • Unemployment Verification

Documents must be legible and contain the person’s name and income amount. Income verification is required for each person in the household over the age of 18. All documentation must beprovided prior to the start of your pet’s appointment and may be submitted in advance via email. We cannot accept the following documents: EBT/SNAP Benefits,DTA Cards,WIC,Medicare/Medicaid,W2’s, 1099s, or any other tax document other than tax returns.

Please note, subsidized pricing is not available to those pet owners that are actively breeding their pets, or for the litters of those breeding pets. Subsidized pricing is meant to help pet owners who have financial restraints that limit their ability to provide veterinary care for their pet. If you are breeding your pet for sale, you are disqualified from this program. You can still welcome to use our programs but at the regular, non-subsidized rates.

We need your help to see every pet that needs us:

Please call us if you are unable to make your pets appointment.

We ask for 24-hours notice if you need to reschedule or cancel an appointment. Last minute cancellations or no-shows may result in late fees of up to $25.

Please arrive on time.

If you arrive more than 15 minutes late, we will do our best to accommodate your pet but we may need to reschedule based on the day’s schedule. A fee of up to $25 may apply for late or rescheduled appointments.

Paying for Your Pet’s Care

Our hospitals accept the following payment options:

Need Help Paying..?

We work very hard to keep your pet’s medical care affordable, but for those who may need to pay over time, Second Chance accepts CareCredit and ScratchPay. Visit their websites to see if one of these options is right for you.

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Meet Our Veterinarians

Dr. Ashley RaymondMedical DirectorDr. Ashley Raymond is a native of Pomfret, Connecticut where she developed a love for animals while growing up on her family’s small farm. She attended Syracuse University and earned a Bachelors of Science degree in Biology in 2010. She completed her Doctorate degree in Veterinary Medicine at St. George’s University in 2014 and…Click to Learn MoreDr. Kristen CormierLead SurgeonDr. Kristen Cormier has been a member of our surgical team since 2012. She has been performing high quality, high volume, spay and neuter surgeries since 2011 and has safely spayed and neutered over 20,000 animals! Through her work, she hopes to help end the pet overpopulation, and homelessness problem, in our country.Click to Learn MoreDr. Jackie CelmerVeterinarianDr. Jackie Celmer grew up in Southbridge Massachusetts. She earned her undergraduate degree in pre-veterinary sciences at the University of Massachusetts in Amherst. Dr. Jackie attended Ross University school of Veterinary Medicine on the small Caribbean island of St. Kitts. She completed her clinical year at…Click to Learn More
Dr. Colleen DuganVeterinarianDr. Colleen Dugan grew up in Warwick, Rhode Island. She completed her undergraduate studies at the University of New Hampshire. She graduated with a Veterinary Medicine Doctorate from the University of Pennsylvania in 2010.Click to Learn MoreDr. Rosario Delgado-LecározVeterinarianDr. Rosario Delgado-Lecároz grew up in Puerto Rico. She graduated from Tufts University in 1993 and completed a one year large animal production medicine internship at Cornell University where she worked with farm animals mainly cows, horses, sheep, goats and pigs. She did a second internship in CT working with medicine and…Click to Learn More
Dr. Kathlyn ClarkVeterinarianDr. Clark grew up in southern New Hampshire, and graduated from the University of Vermont with a degree in Biological Sciences. She spent 17 years in Minnesota, first attending veterinary school, then working as a small animal veterinarian while living in the Midwest. She is excited to be in New England working with Second Chance Animal Services, while being able to…Click to Learn More
Dr. Tania RoosVeterinarianDr. Tania Roos earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Minnesota and subsequently her DVM from Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2019. Following graduation from veterinary school, she completed a one-year small animal rotating internship at North Carolina State University.Click to Learn MoreDr. Lisa NowickiVeterinarianBio Coming Soon!

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Thank you to PetSmart Charities for helping us provide access to the highest quality veterinary care for all pets.

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FAQs

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All of us can make a difference for animals in our everyday lives, whether it's by adopting a pet, choosing products not tested on animals, eating a humane diet or engaging your community in animal protection issues.

How much is it to neuter a cat in Massachusetts? ›

Spay/Neuter Prices
ProcedureCost
Cat Neuter$50
Dog Neuter (under 20 pounds)$70
Dog Neuter (20–40 pounds)$80
Dog Neuter (40-80 pounds)$90
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How do humans help animals? ›

All of us can make a difference for animals in our everyday lives, whether it's by adopting a pet, choosing products not tested on animals, eating a humane diet or engaging your community in animal protection issues.

What is the large breed dog rescue in New York City? ›

The New York Bully Crew is a non-profit that pulls bully breeds from kill shelters, rescues them from the streets, provides them with all their necessary medical care, and then works tirelessly to find loving homes for them.

How can I help my local animal shelter? ›

How to help animals in shelters and rescues
  1. Adopt a pet. If you've been thinking that it's time to add a pet to your family, consider adopting from a local shelter or rescue group. ...
  2. Donate. ...
  3. Volunteer. ...
  4. Say thanks. ...
  5. Become a fan. ...
  6. Get crafty. ...
  7. Make wishes come true. ...
  8. Become a foster.

Is it cheaper to spay or neuter a cat? ›

Is the cost of spaying more expensive than neutering? Yes, spay costs are higher for female cats because the desexing procedure is longer and more complicated than neutering a male cat, and females will take more time to recover, according to GoodRX.

How much does male cat neutering cost? ›

Financial assistance with the cost of neutering

The average cost in the UK for neutering is around £50-£100 plus £20-£30 for a microchip. With our neutering scheme you could get your cat neutered and microchipped for £10.

What is the 10 most endangered animals? ›

Here are the 10 of the world's most endangered animals in the wild.
  • Sunda Island tiger. ...
  • Mountain gorilla. ...
  • Tapanuli orangutan. ...
  • Yangtze finless porpoise. ...
  • Black rhino. ...
  • African forest elephant. ...
  • Sumatran orangutan. ...
  • Hawksbill turtle.
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What is the animal symbol of healing? ›

A snake coiled around a staff is a widely recognized symbol of healing. The staff belongs to Asklepios, the mythical Greek god of medicine. In ancient Greece the sick would go to be healed at shrines called “asklepieia” where priests often used sacred serpents in their ceremonies.

What harm does man do to animals? ›

We illegally hunt and kill animals. We bring exotic species into habitats. All of these activities take resources and habitats away from plants and animals. Human activity often changes or destroys the habitats that plants and animals need to survive.

What is the most famous rescue dog? ›

Mancs became famous when he helped rescue a 3-year-old girl who spent 82 hours under the ruins after the Izmit earthquake of 1999 in Turkey.

How long do large rescue dogs live? ›

Large dogs—or dogs that weigh more than 50 pounds, such as German shepherds and Great Danes—live an average of 8 to 12 years, but that, too, can vary, says Dr. Honnas.

What happens to homeless pets? ›

Stray animals are likely to be thirsty, hungry and exposed to extreme weather conditions. Without veterinary care, shelter and food they will sooner or later become sick and die.

When to call animal control on a neighbor near me? ›

If you see, hear or know of someone who is being cruel or carrying out cruel acts on ANY animal, please report them right away. You can do so anonymously, if desired. Be prepared to provide the address/location of where the animal is located or where the violation is occurring and details about the cruelty or neglect.

What are examples of animal welfare? ›

Good animal welfare requires disease prevention and treatment, responsible care, proper housing, management, nutrition, humane handling, and—when necessary—humane euthanasia.

What is the rate for cat neuter? ›

Cat castration is also available, starting from 870 AED, VAT not included. For spaying services, the cost for dogs begins at 1800 AED and for cats at 1120 AED, both excluding VAT. These procedures are vital for preventing unwanted litters and ensuring the overall well-being of your pets.

What do vets remove when they neuter a cat? ›

The majority of cat owners have to decide if they are going to neuter their male cat or not, thankfully your veterinarian can help you make this tough decision. Neutering is the process of removing the testicl*s of a male cat, that produce most of their testosterone.

Should you get a male cat neutered? ›

Cats Protection champions neutering as a way to help keep the cat population under control, and ensure every cat has a safe and happy home. Cats are effective breeders and female cats can get pregnant from a very young age so making sure your kitten is neutered or spayed is particularly important.

Is cat neutering covered by pet insurance? ›

Does pet insurance cover spaying and neutering? Most pet insurance plans consider neutering to be a preventative measure and, as such, do not cover the costs of the procedure. However, if there are complications arising from the surgery, some plans may cover those specific treatment costs.

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