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Second Chance and Happy Tails

No Shelter-Office are at, 513 Yvonne Dr., Clarksville, TN 37042

Contact
Email 1pawup@bellsouth.net
Phone (931) 503-8300
Website
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Areas Second Chance and Happy Tails serves

We adopt to all cities, towns and counties throughout the United States.

Second Chance and Happy Tails's adoption process

Additional adoption info

When you find a pet you are interested in, you will be required to fill out an application. Once that application is reviewed, you will be contacted to set up an appointment to visit with the pet. Please read the application carefully before filling it out.

The fee ranges from $150-$400. Fee includes spay/neuter. heartworm testing, shots, rabies and deworming. All animals are spayed/neutered prior to adoption. No exceptions! All that we know about an adoptee is listed in the information section of each dog.

PLEASE NOTE: we are NOT a kennel but a private rescue/foster home. Please make inquiries between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday ONLY. E-mail IS preferred. Call 931-503-8300 or e-mail us at 1pawup@bellsouth.net.

About Second Chance and Happy Tails

Second Chance & Happy Tails was founded by Inge Irby, a native of Germany, in January 1997 after a reorganizational shutdown of the local Humane Society. The organization incorporated in September 1999 . We specialize in rescuing small (less than 25 lbs.) dogs from bad situations, although we have a special place in our hearts for the elderly. We serve as Clarksville's only no-kill rescue and retirement home for small, older animals that are no longer wanted - sick or healthy.

We are an all volunteer force and rely on donations/fees to continue. Dog food (Pedigree brand canned,pouches and dry, IAMS Little Bites and small bites puppyfood, or Purina ONE Lamb & Rice only please); Heartguard Plus; Frontline; copy paper; business cards; paper towels; laundry detergent; dryersheets bleach; any gasgiftcards,any nontoxic pain and any non-carpet flooring. Our veterinary bills average $800-$3500 per month, although special needs situations can cause these figures to vary greatly. Please send donations to Second Chance & Happy Tails or email us. (1pawup@bellsouth.net) You can also use the donation button on the website.

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