Nonprofit cat adoption agency dedicated to giving West Michigan cats a second chance.
At Second Chance Cats of West Michigan, a 501c3 certified nonprofit, our mission is to give cats at municipal shelters who are at risk for euthanasia or have special medical needs a second chance at life. With compassion, dedication, and a community-oriented approach, we strive to make a difference in the lives of these felines.
Here are the top 10 reasons why adopting a cat from us can be life-changing!
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Have you been dreaming about the soft purr of a new furry friend, the playful swish of a tail, and the warm snuggles on a quiet evening?
Adopting a cat can be an incredibly rewarding experience, providing a loving home to a homeless feline while inviting joy and companionship into your life.
Conveniently enough, adopting locally is the best way to start this journey. Not only does it provide you with an opportunity to meet potential feline friends in person, but it also supports local animal welfare efforts.
So, where can you adopt a cat near you in West Michigan?
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At Second Chance Cats of West Michigan, we are passionate about finding loving homes for cats who have endured trauma, abuse, and medical issues.
Laura Moody, the Director of Second Chance Cats of West Michigan, has been making huge strides in rescuing cats and providing them with a second chance at life. And Laura was recently spotlighted on Service Express’ social media for her great accomplishments in helping these cats.
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This story was originally published on Facebook on September 18th, 2022 by wonderful volunteer Marj Timmerman.
This is Rascal’s Story:
Rascal came to us from one of the other county shelters. His “owner” had thrown him outside and when Rascal was picked up and brought to the shelter, the owner was contacted via his microchip and said they didn’t own/want him anymore.
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I am so excited to share that Laura our director of Second Chance Cats of West Michigan is featured in a new book! The book is called “Cat Women of West Michigan: The Secret Word of Cat Rescue”. This book is by our favorite animal enthusiast, Janet Vormittag.
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If you’re looking for a way to help the kitties at Second Chance Cats of West Michigan, fostering is a great opportunity. You provide temporary care for needy pets and give them time to get healthy and adoptable. Fostering also gives you an opportunity to meet different types of cats, dogs, and other animals before deciding what type of pet might be right for you. For more information on how to become a foster parent, visit. https://sccatswm.org/Foster or email foster@sccatswm.org
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Exciting news everyone! The Second Chance Cats has some stylish new swag for you, your family, and all the cat lovers in your life. Help spread awareness of our rescue to the world while supporting our feline friends at the same time!
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We just hosted an event in our new Event Center and it was a blast!
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Recently Rocky’s Bar and Grill approached us and wanted to know if they could “Pawty for the Paws.” They are having a charity event one night at their bar and donating some of the proceeds from the night to us! Their event will not only benefit our rescue, but it will also help declaw awareness.
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