NYC Second Chance Rescue
@nycscr.bsky.social
We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in New York City dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating dogs and cats in need. To date, we have saved over 16,000 lives with the help of our community. Why do we do it? #BecauseTheyMatter 🐾
Meet Beanie: the IRL beanie baby you've been waiting for!
This 5-month-old, sweet, & social lab mix is a total star in the making. Beanie stole hearts at this weekend's adoption events, but she's still searching for a home!
She’s playful, loves people, & is growing fast!
Apply today @ nycscr.org
This 5-month-old, sweet, & social lab mix is a total star in the making. Beanie stole hearts at this weekend's adoption events, but she's still searching for a home!
She’s playful, loves people, & is growing fast!
Apply today @ nycscr.org
April 22, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Meet Beanie: the IRL beanie baby you've been waiting for!
This 5-month-old, sweet, & social lab mix is a total star in the making. Beanie stole hearts at this weekend's adoption events, but she's still searching for a home!
She’s playful, loves people, & is growing fast!
Apply today @ nycscr.org
This 5-month-old, sweet, & social lab mix is a total star in the making. Beanie stole hearts at this weekend's adoption events, but she's still searching for a home!
She’s playful, loves people, & is growing fast!
Apply today @ nycscr.org
Hi world! 🌍. My name’s Pink.
I'm 2 yrs old & 60 lbs
I'm friendly with doggies
I'm very gentle & respectful
I have great leash-walking manners & get pumped for walkies
I’m a great companion
I could be your best pal, so plz adopt me 2day @ nycscr.org/adopt
Much love,
Your fave girl, Pink 🎀
#adoptable
I'm 2 yrs old & 60 lbs
I'm friendly with doggies
I'm very gentle & respectful
I have great leash-walking manners & get pumped for walkies
I’m a great companion
I could be your best pal, so plz adopt me 2day @ nycscr.org/adopt
Much love,
Your fave girl, Pink 🎀
#adoptable
March 22, 2025 at 12:46 PM
Hi world! 🌍. My name’s Pink.
I'm 2 yrs old & 60 lbs
I'm friendly with doggies
I'm very gentle & respectful
I have great leash-walking manners & get pumped for walkies
I’m a great companion
I could be your best pal, so plz adopt me 2day @ nycscr.org/adopt
Much love,
Your fave girl, Pink 🎀
#adoptable
I'm 2 yrs old & 60 lbs
I'm friendly with doggies
I'm very gentle & respectful
I have great leash-walking manners & get pumped for walkies
I’m a great companion
I could be your best pal, so plz adopt me 2day @ nycscr.org/adopt
Much love,
Your fave girl, Pink 🎀
#adoptable
Baby Willow and her moonlight eyes would like to come home with you forever and ever. This little angel is the last of her litter to find a family. She's 4 months old, dog-friendly, cat-friendly, microchipped, up-to-date on her vaccines, & ready for a forever family!
Adopt her @ nycscr.org/adopt
Adopt her @ nycscr.org/adopt
March 1, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Baby Willow and her moonlight eyes would like to come home with you forever and ever. This little angel is the last of her litter to find a family. She's 4 months old, dog-friendly, cat-friendly, microchipped, up-to-date on her vaccines, & ready for a forever family!
Adopt her @ nycscr.org/adopt
Adopt her @ nycscr.org/adopt
If you're looking for your new bestie & your family is ready for a puppy, we have 2 beautiful pups for you!
Luke and Laney were found on the side of the road in Alabama.
They are so sweet and lovable. Apply to adopt them @ www.NYCSCR.org
If you cannot adopt, please consider sharing the post. 💗
Luke and Laney were found on the side of the road in Alabama.
They are so sweet and lovable. Apply to adopt them @ www.NYCSCR.org
If you cannot adopt, please consider sharing the post. 💗
February 24, 2025 at 1:36 PM
If you're looking for your new bestie & your family is ready for a puppy, we have 2 beautiful pups for you!
Luke and Laney were found on the side of the road in Alabama.
They are so sweet and lovable. Apply to adopt them @ www.NYCSCR.org
If you cannot adopt, please consider sharing the post. 💗
Luke and Laney were found on the side of the road in Alabama.
They are so sweet and lovable. Apply to adopt them @ www.NYCSCR.org
If you cannot adopt, please consider sharing the post. 💗
Our baby boy, Possum, is still available for adoption!
Possum's a 9 month old dog whose foster mama says he’s sweet and docile, happy to curl up for some cuddles during the day, & sleeps peacefully through the night on a doggy bed in her room.
Adopt baby Possum @ nycscr.org/adopt
#BecauseTheyMatter
Possum's a 9 month old dog whose foster mama says he’s sweet and docile, happy to curl up for some cuddles during the day, & sleeps peacefully through the night on a doggy bed in her room.
Adopt baby Possum @ nycscr.org/adopt
#BecauseTheyMatter
February 19, 2025 at 3:51 AM
Our baby boy, Possum, is still available for adoption!
Possum's a 9 month old dog whose foster mama says he’s sweet and docile, happy to curl up for some cuddles during the day, & sleeps peacefully through the night on a doggy bed in her room.
Adopt baby Possum @ nycscr.org/adopt
#BecauseTheyMatter
Possum's a 9 month old dog whose foster mama says he’s sweet and docile, happy to curl up for some cuddles during the day, & sleeps peacefully through the night on a doggy bed in her room.
Adopt baby Possum @ nycscr.org/adopt
#BecauseTheyMatter
Over 300 beautiful humans sent a ❤️to the dogs at our Rescue Center!
We can't find the words to thank
you enough. The dogs were thrilled at all the excitement, extra treats,& attention.
Happy Valentine's Day! We hope your day was filled with as much love as ours. Foster or adopt today @ nycscr.org
We can't find the words to thank
you enough. The dogs were thrilled at all the excitement, extra treats,& attention.
Happy Valentine's Day! We hope your day was filled with as much love as ours. Foster or adopt today @ nycscr.org
February 15, 2025 at 5:05 AM
Over 300 beautiful humans sent a ❤️to the dogs at our Rescue Center!
We can't find the words to thank
you enough. The dogs were thrilled at all the excitement, extra treats,& attention.
Happy Valentine's Day! We hope your day was filled with as much love as ours. Foster or adopt today @ nycscr.org
We can't find the words to thank
you enough. The dogs were thrilled at all the excitement, extra treats,& attention.
Happy Valentine's Day! We hope your day was filled with as much love as ours. Foster or adopt today @ nycscr.org
Valentine's Day is almost here!
For the 2nd year in a row, we are asking our community to help us show the dogs at our Rescue Center just how loved they are.
Donate a ❤️, & we'll hang it on the kennels at our center!
Donate @ www.nycsecondchancerescue.org?form=donatel...
For the 2nd year in a row, we are asking our community to help us show the dogs at our Rescue Center just how loved they are.
Donate a ❤️, & we'll hang it on the kennels at our center!
Donate @ www.nycsecondchancerescue.org?form=donatel...
February 10, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Valentine's Day is almost here!
For the 2nd year in a row, we are asking our community to help us show the dogs at our Rescue Center just how loved they are.
Donate a ❤️, & we'll hang it on the kennels at our center!
Donate @ www.nycsecondchancerescue.org?form=donatel...
For the 2nd year in a row, we are asking our community to help us show the dogs at our Rescue Center just how loved they are.
Donate a ❤️, & we'll hang it on the kennels at our center!
Donate @ www.nycsecondchancerescue.org?form=donatel...
Zion is awesome! He's a 2 yr old Catahoula mix we rescued from a hoarding situation & he's looking for a fresh start. Friendly, active, goofy, & trainable, we can't wait to see this boy in a home. He’s playful & friendly with other dogs given proper intros. Adopt or foster him @ nycscr.org/adopt
February 7, 2025 at 10:12 PM
Zion is awesome! He's a 2 yr old Catahoula mix we rescued from a hoarding situation & he's looking for a fresh start. Friendly, active, goofy, & trainable, we can't wait to see this boy in a home. He’s playful & friendly with other dogs given proper intros. Adopt or foster him @ nycscr.org/adopt
Meet Richie! He’s diabetic & eats prescription food, which will be provided for fosters. He's the sweetest, coolest, most laid-back guy you'll ever meet and gets along well with other cats. If you're looking for a mellow companion with a heart of gold please apply @ nycscr.org #becausetheymatter
February 6, 2025 at 5:07 AM
Meet Richie! He’s diabetic & eats prescription food, which will be provided for fosters. He's the sweetest, coolest, most laid-back guy you'll ever meet and gets along well with other cats. If you're looking for a mellow companion with a heart of gold please apply @ nycscr.org #becausetheymatter
Meet Reba!! She’s a highly affectionate, silly, clever, curious dog with a profound capacity for love. She’s 7 yrs old, 45 lbs, & looks like a Hound mix. She's a good lady & can be a bit picky with her doggy companions, so will need slow intros to new pups at first.
Adopt her @ nycscr.org/adopt
Adopt her @ nycscr.org/adopt
February 4, 2025 at 1:22 AM
Meet Reba!! She’s a highly affectionate, silly, clever, curious dog with a profound capacity for love. She’s 7 yrs old, 45 lbs, & looks like a Hound mix. She's a good lady & can be a bit picky with her doggy companions, so will need slow intros to new pups at first.
Adopt her @ nycscr.org/adopt
Adopt her @ nycscr.org/adopt
Goat is 2 yrs old, dog-friendly & loves to wrestle with his furry foster siblings. He’s housetrained & crate-trained, great with people, & will never shy away from a good cuddle. This precious pup is still waiting for a family!
Please visit nycscr.org/adopt to adopt Goat! #BecauseTheyMatter
Please visit nycscr.org/adopt to adopt Goat! #BecauseTheyMatter
February 1, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Goat is 2 yrs old, dog-friendly & loves to wrestle with his furry foster siblings. He’s housetrained & crate-trained, great with people, & will never shy away from a good cuddle. This precious pup is still waiting for a family!
Please visit nycscr.org/adopt to adopt Goat! #BecauseTheyMatter
Please visit nycscr.org/adopt to adopt Goat! #BecauseTheyMatter
Rudy wants to go home with you.🫶 This sweet boy is at our center in Long Island City, heading to his kennel to dream of the day a foster or adopter takes him home. Rudy is 2 years old and would thrive in a home outside the city. Visit Rudy’s adoption profile at: www.wagtopia.com/search/pet?i...
February 1, 2025 at 12:13 AM
Rudy wants to go home with you.🫶 This sweet boy is at our center in Long Island City, heading to his kennel to dream of the day a foster or adopter takes him home. Rudy is 2 years old and would thrive in a home outside the city. Visit Rudy’s adoption profile at: www.wagtopia.com/search/pet?i...
Meet Amanda! This 10-month-old former mama was rescued after a tough start with her kittens. She luvs bird TV, toys, lounging, & is always up for belly rubs, pets, & big stretches. She rocks white fur boots and black eyeliner for extra charm. She’s ready for her forever home. Apply @ www.NYCSCR.org
January 28, 2025 at 1:42 PM
Meet Amanda! This 10-month-old former mama was rescued after a tough start with her kittens. She luvs bird TV, toys, lounging, & is always up for belly rubs, pets, & big stretches. She rocks white fur boots and black eyeliner for extra charm. She’s ready for her forever home. Apply @ www.NYCSCR.org
Meet Vader, a very special boy looking for a
second chance.
He’s about 8 or 9 months old. He’s a shy, quiet cat and so well-behaved. He is housetrained and knows to use his scratch pad (not the furniture) to keep his nails in check.
Apply today to adopt Vader at nycsecondchancerescue.org/adopt
second chance.
He’s about 8 or 9 months old. He’s a shy, quiet cat and so well-behaved. He is housetrained and knows to use his scratch pad (not the furniture) to keep his nails in check.
Apply today to adopt Vader at nycsecondchancerescue.org/adopt
January 27, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Meet Vader, a very special boy looking for a
second chance.
He’s about 8 or 9 months old. He’s a shy, quiet cat and so well-behaved. He is housetrained and knows to use his scratch pad (not the furniture) to keep his nails in check.
Apply today to adopt Vader at nycsecondchancerescue.org/adopt
second chance.
He’s about 8 or 9 months old. He’s a shy, quiet cat and so well-behaved. He is housetrained and knows to use his scratch pad (not the furniture) to keep his nails in check.
Apply today to adopt Vader at nycsecondchancerescue.org/adopt
We have dozens of lapdogs, available in sizes M, L, and even XL. Perfect for those cold winter nights. Heating pads? Hot water bottles? Boring! Overrated! Rescue dogs are the new thing. To browse our available lapdogs (and dogs of all varieties), head to nycsecondchancerescue.org/adopt 🩷
January 25, 2025 at 11:39 PM
We have dozens of lapdogs, available in sizes M, L, and even XL. Perfect for those cold winter nights. Heating pads? Hot water bottles? Boring! Overrated! Rescue dogs are the new thing. To browse our available lapdogs (and dogs of all varieties), head to nycsecondchancerescue.org/adopt 🩷
LA WILDFIRE RELIEF: Emergency fosters are needed!
We’re stepping in to support the overburdened county shelters in Los Angeles that have been impacted by these devastating wildfires.
Time is of the essence to move these animals out. Let's save some lives.
Apply to foster @ nycscr.org/foster
We’re stepping in to support the overburdened county shelters in Los Angeles that have been impacted by these devastating wildfires.
Time is of the essence to move these animals out. Let's save some lives.
Apply to foster @ nycscr.org/foster
January 24, 2025 at 1:56 PM
LA WILDFIRE RELIEF: Emergency fosters are needed!
We’re stepping in to support the overburdened county shelters in Los Angeles that have been impacted by these devastating wildfires.
Time is of the essence to move these animals out. Let's save some lives.
Apply to foster @ nycscr.org/foster
We’re stepping in to support the overburdened county shelters in Los Angeles that have been impacted by these devastating wildfires.
Time is of the essence to move these animals out. Let's save some lives.
Apply to foster @ nycscr.org/foster
Can you believe THIS girl still has no apps for a foster or adopter?
Billie Jean is the best!
She’s 50 pounds & may not be your classic "lap dog”, but if there's a lap nearby, expect her to cozy up for a cuddle sesh. Learn more about her and apply to foster or adopt her @
nycsecondchancerescue.org
Billie Jean is the best!
She’s 50 pounds & may not be your classic "lap dog”, but if there's a lap nearby, expect her to cozy up for a cuddle sesh. Learn more about her and apply to foster or adopt her @
nycsecondchancerescue.org
January 23, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Can you believe THIS girl still has no apps for a foster or adopter?
Billie Jean is the best!
She’s 50 pounds & may not be your classic "lap dog”, but if there's a lap nearby, expect her to cozy up for a cuddle sesh. Learn more about her and apply to foster or adopt her @
nycsecondchancerescue.org
Billie Jean is the best!
She’s 50 pounds & may not be your classic "lap dog”, but if there's a lap nearby, expect her to cozy up for a cuddle sesh. Learn more about her and apply to foster or adopt her @
nycsecondchancerescue.org
We can only imagine what Francine’s past looked like, but we can promise her a better future. This girl is so ready to be loved. Located in Brooklyn, New York. Learn more about adoptable Francine nycscr.org/adopt
January 22, 2025 at 5:37 PM
We can only imagine what Francine’s past looked like, but we can promise her a better future. This girl is so ready to be loved. Located in Brooklyn, New York. Learn more about adoptable Francine nycscr.org/adopt
Heidi is a 3 yr old shepherd mix who weighs about 60 pounds. She’s a sweetheart who loves walks and treats.
She’s medium-high energy, gets along well with other dogs, & loves affection.
If you're interested in adopting Heidi, please apply @ nycsecondchancerescue.org/adopt #becausetheymatter
She’s medium-high energy, gets along well with other dogs, & loves affection.
If you're interested in adopting Heidi, please apply @ nycsecondchancerescue.org/adopt #becausetheymatter
January 22, 2025 at 12:54 PM
Heidi is a 3 yr old shepherd mix who weighs about 60 pounds. She’s a sweetheart who loves walks and treats.
She’s medium-high energy, gets along well with other dogs, & loves affection.
If you're interested in adopting Heidi, please apply @ nycsecondchancerescue.org/adopt #becausetheymatter
She’s medium-high energy, gets along well with other dogs, & loves affection.
If you're interested in adopting Heidi, please apply @ nycsecondchancerescue.org/adopt #becausetheymatter
My name is Leo and I'm 6 months old. I'm accepting applications for adoption. I'll be hanging out at the LIC adoption center till then. Apply to adopt me by going to Nycscr.org #becausetheymatter
January 21, 2025 at 5:00 PM
My name is Leo and I'm 6 months old. I'm accepting applications for adoption. I'll be hanging out at the LIC adoption center till then. Apply to adopt me by going to Nycscr.org #becausetheymatter
Shelby, a senior heeler-mix, landed in his foster home in Brooklyn this weekend and promptly got a bath. He spent the rest of the weekend sleeping and snacking. What a life. This beautiful 12 yo dog is available for adoption at nycsecondchancerescue.org/adopt
January 21, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Shelby, a senior heeler-mix, landed in his foster home in Brooklyn this weekend and promptly got a bath. He spent the rest of the weekend sleeping and snacking. What a life. This beautiful 12 yo dog is available for adoption at nycsecondchancerescue.org/adopt
What is happening with FB? The last two weeks our posts have been blowing up - thousands of likes and hundreds of comments - but the comments are all wild!!! It’s like we’re hitting an audience we’ve never engaged with before, and frankly it’s kind of awful. 🙃
January 19, 2025 at 4:34 AM
What is happening with FB? The last two weeks our posts have been blowing up - thousands of likes and hundreds of comments - but the comments are all wild!!! It’s like we’re hitting an audience we’ve never engaged with before, and frankly it’s kind of awful. 🙃
🧙♂️You shall not pass... on adopting me! Hello my name is Gandalf. I’m 12 years old and ready to leave the shire behind for a forever home. I’m a simple fellow looking for a kind human who appreciates the slower side of life. Learn more about me at nyc-scr.org/gandalf
January 19, 2025 at 2:07 AM
🧙♂️You shall not pass... on adopting me! Hello my name is Gandalf. I’m 12 years old and ready to leave the shire behind for a forever home. I’m a simple fellow looking for a kind human who appreciates the slower side of life. Learn more about me at nyc-scr.org/gandalf
Hello BlueSky! We're a New York City based dog and cat rescue, and we're trying to find our community! If you want to see daily posts of some very adorable rescue pets, please follow along. If you're in the Tristate/New England area, let us know!!
January 18, 2025 at 8:52 PM
Hello BlueSky! We're a New York City based dog and cat rescue, and we're trying to find our community! If you want to see daily posts of some very adorable rescue pets, please follow along. If you're in the Tristate/New England area, let us know!!
Abandoned Cane Corso needs a home! Nova is 3 years old, 75 pounds, & located in Queens, New York. True to her breed, she is intelligent, loyal, loving, and has a strong personality. She’s fully housebroken, snores like a trucker, and gets along with docile male dogs. Learn more: nyc-scr.org/novaaria
January 18, 2025 at 7:59 PM
Abandoned Cane Corso needs a home! Nova is 3 years old, 75 pounds, & located in Queens, New York. True to her breed, she is intelligent, loyal, loving, and has a strong personality. She’s fully housebroken, snores like a trucker, and gets along with docile male dogs. Learn more: nyc-scr.org/novaaria