Second Chance Humane Society

Second Chance Humane Society Serving the Western Slope since 1994. Open to the public every day 11am-5:30pm

Poor Cleo is still waiting for a home! 💔Cleo is young and ready to find a temperature-controlled barn, garage, shed, or ...
02/08/2026

Poor Cleo is still waiting for a home! 💔

Cleo is young and ready to find a temperature-controlled barn, garage, shed, or office to live in. She is very lowkey and keeps to herself, so all you need to do is provide food, water, and safe shelter! She uses her litterbox and doesn't cause any drama. She'll be an excellent mouser or just a quiet workplace companion 🥹

Cleo needs to get out of the shelter ASAP! She is stressed, and we hate seeing her hide. She needs a home or barn where she feels safe to be herself 😇

Please reach out to the shelter with any questions about Cleo or barn cats. Our staff would be happy to talk to you! 970-626-2273

Can't adopt or don't have a barn? Please SHARE this post so we can get the word about Cleo out there! With a ranching community like ours, we know there's a home for her out there somewhere 🐾❤

Hey, you!Yeah, you! We know you're on the hunt for a cuddly, charismatic little buddy who will follow you around the hou...
02/07/2026

Hey, you!

Yeah, you! We know you're on the hunt for a cuddly, charismatic little buddy who will follow you around the house and supervise all your chores! We have the guy for you 😝

Speedy is a 3-year-old dude who has been living it up as our house cat for 5 months, and we simply can't believe he hasn't been scooped yet! As cool as it is to rule the roost at the shelter, he is ready for a home of his own. He is overflowing with good qualities:

🐶🐱 Cat and Dog Friendly - As long as they're polite, they'll get along just fine!
🥰 Ultimate Lap Cat - There's nothing Speedy loves more than lying in a warm, comfy lap!
🤓 One-of-a-kind Friend - Speedy is not only super friendly, but he has a charming and unique personality! He loves catnip and treats and enjoys swimming in his food bowl. He follows our staff around the house waiting for them to sit so he can jump into their arms for a good nap or snuggle sesh. He has the funniest meows that barely make any sound!

Speedy is the kind of guy that you don't want to miss out on! Stop by the shelter to meet him and we promise that you'll fall in love! Adoption hours are every day between 11am and 5:30pm 🐾❤

02/07/2026

It's always a good idea to check and be sure!

Rocko is so ready to find his valentine (and his forever home)! We know this big guy has a family out there somewhere, and we won't rest until we find them. Rocko is a super sweetheart, very well-mannered, and has been waiting too long. Come meet him today! 🐾❤

Adoption Hours: 11am-5:30pm, 7 days a week

And don't forget! All adoption fees are 1/2 off through Valentine's Day, which means you could take Rocko home for $25! He is worth way more. Could he be 'the one'??💌

02/06/2026

Our shelter has 4 communal rooms where our fully vaccinated, cat-friendly kitties can free roam together! Meet the occupants of room 1 in this video and see if you might just fall in love 🥰😍

Note: Aslan and Janx were adopted before this video was published!

Adoption Hours: 11am-5:30pm, 7 days a week

The whole universe was in a hot, dense state... 💥🎶Sheldon, Penny, Leonard, and Bernadette are 4 young kitties who are ma...
02/06/2026

The whole universe was in a hot, dense state... 💥🎶

Sheldon, Penny, Leonard, and Bernadette are 4 young kitties who are making a big bang here at the shelter! The two on the top are only 5 months old, and the bottom two are about a year old. All of them are sooooo sweet and sure to fill any home with hilarious hijinks, just like their sit-com namesakes 😂😇

It's more than just a theory that they're looking for forever families, so don't wait! Come and meet them today 🥰

Adoption Hours: 11am-5:30pm, 7 days a week 🐾❤

Don't forget! All adoption prices are 1/2 off through 2/14. That means kittens like Sheldon and Penny are only $50!! Could any of these guys be 'the one'? 💌

Special Foster Request 🚨This bonded pair needs a temporary home! Ron and Hermione are two of the sweetest cats around! T...
02/05/2026

Special Foster Request 🚨

This bonded pair needs a temporary home! Ron and Hermione are two of the sweetest cats around! They love people almost as much as they love each other🤗

They are playful, energetic young cats with big personalities! They're looking for a foster home that will give them space to run and play 😝

Remember, fostering is completely free! We provide all supplies, necessary medical care, and all you have to do is make space in your heart and your home

Hermione and Ron are both FeLV positive, so they need a special home where they can live in comfort and love. Our clinic staff would be more than happy to discuss their diagnosis with you, so give them a call with any questions at 970-626-9713 🥰

To learn more about Ron and Hermione, get in touch with the shelter or apply to foster on our website 🐾❤

UPDATE: Janx was adopted❤️It may not be October anymore, but the shelter is absolutely overflowing with beautiful black ...
02/05/2026

UPDATE: Janx was adopted❤️

It may not be October anymore, but the shelter is absolutely overflowing with beautiful black cats, and they're kind of over waiting for spooky season to get attention! 😤

Black is the most versatile color, and it goes with EVERY season! We've got black cats coming out of our ears, so we promise that one of them is the right fit for you! Whether you want a chatty and friendly shadow, like Taffy or Janx, or a snuggly sweetie, like Dobby or Hagrid, we've got them! 🥰🐈‍⬛

Looking for someone a little more lowkey? Yeah, we have those, too. Bellatrix, Midnight, Severus, and Stapleton are four cats who might take a little more time to adjust. Their fur color and quiet personalities mean they're the most likely animals in our care to be overlooked, but they're no less deserving of forever homes! Consider opening your heart to one of these guys, and the reward of unlocking their love will be so worth it 🖤

Come meet any of these guys today! Don't forget: all adoption prices are 1/2 off through Valentine's Day. Could you find 'the one' in the shape of a mini house panther?? 💌

Adoption Hours: 11am-5:30pm, 7 days a week 🐾❤

Please read the attached important message from Nicholas Gilman, our Executive Director:
02/05/2026

Please read the attached important message from Nicholas Gilman, our Executive Director:

UPDATE: Layla was adopted💕✨Dancing her way into your heart! Meet Layla 🥰🤗This 8-pound angel is so ready to find her fore...
02/05/2026

UPDATE: Layla was adopted💕✨

Dancing her way into your heart! Meet Layla 🥰🤗

This 8-pound angel is so ready to find her forever home! She loves to show off her moves and her cute sweater 😍

Layla loves people, and though she might be a tiny bit nervous at first, it isn't long before she's ready to jump up into your lap! She is 7-years-old and the shelter is no place for a little girl like her! We know there are small-dog fans out there who can give Layla the perfect home 🏠

Layla is crate-trained, but she still needs some help with potty training! She would do best with a family that has a lot of time to spend with her, so she can be showered in the love she deserves ❤🐾

Adoption Hours: 11am-5:30pm, 7 days a week

Don't forget! All adoption fees are 1/2 off through Valentine's Day! Could Layla be 'the one'?? 💌

02/04/2026

Dude, it's like 4 degrees out there! ❄️

Did you know: our cat castle has three fully enclosed catios for our kitties to get some sun and good quality bird-watching time during the warmer months. Unfortunately for Syrup, we do keep them locked up when it's too cold outside!

UPDATE: Ginny was adopted💕✨There are some pets who come into our care that we just KNOW will find homes quickly, and whe...
02/04/2026

UPDATE: Ginny was adopted💕✨

There are some pets who come into our care that we just KNOW will find homes quickly, and when it doesn't happen, we're so surprised!

That's the case with Ginny! This beautiful girl is such a sweetheart. She's outgoing and absolutely adores other cats. She always tries to get their attention, even when they might want to be left alone 😂

Ginny can be a bit nervous in new environments, and she needs a family that will be patient with her at first. It's not her fault! After her previous owner passed away, she found herself unexpectedly living outside, and now, change is a little scary. Can you blame her? 🧐

Once she adjusts, Ginny is truly a social butterfly. She always sits by the door of her communal room, just waiting for someone to come in and give her attention ☺️ Don't make this stunner wait any longer! Come meet her today!

Adoption Hours: 11am-5:30pm, 7 days a week 🐾❤

Don't forget! All adoption prices are 1/2 off through Valentine's Day! Could Ginny be 'the one'? 💌

Squishy Princess: Meet Lexi! 👑🥰Somehow, this lovable, smooshable face hasn't been scooped up yet! Lexi is truly an incre...
02/04/2026

Squishy Princess: Meet Lexi! 👑🥰

Somehow, this lovable, smooshable face hasn't been scooped up yet! Lexi is truly an incredible girl. She is the sweetest thing around and will make sure that you believe it before you leave! She loves to give kisses 😘

Lexi has lived successfully with other dogs, and she's never met a person she doesn't absolutely love! She had a rough start to life before coming to us, but she doesn't let that get her down at all. She is so ready to find a forever family to spend a happy future with! 🤩💓

Come meet her today! Don't forget: all adoption fees are 1/2 off through 2/14. Could Lexi be 'the one'? 🐾❤

Adoption Hours: 11am-5:30pm, 7 days a week

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177 County Road 10
Ridgway, CO
81432

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 11am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 11am - 5:30pm
Thursday 11am - 5:30pm
Friday 11am - 5:30pm
Saturday 11am - 5:30pm
Sunday 11am - 5:30pm

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