Second Chance Animal Rescue (SCAR)

Second Chance Animal Rescue is an all volunteer, no-kill group relying on foster homes for the animals we rescue until a permanent home is found. At this time, we deal primarily in dogs, but we do have a couple of cats available.

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Website
http://awos.petfinder.com/shelters/NM104.html

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Email
secondchancenm@yahoo.com

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Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, Corrales, Gallup, Santa Fe

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After a screening (written application) and home visit, the adoption fees for our dogs are:

Senior Dogs 6 years + $75
Mixed breed dogs over 6 months $125
Puppies under 6 months $150,
Lap dogs under 20 pounds $150,
Purebred dogs (no papers) $175,
Purebred dogs with papers $250

Adoption fee includes sterilization, microchipping, and age appropriate shots.

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Second Chance Animal Rescue (SCAR)

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