Shelter
Vet

info@secondchanceanimalrescue.com.au
vet@secondchanceanimalrescue.com.au

Shelter
Vet

03 9357 0834
03 7002 6649

Our Location

23 Grasslands Ave Craigieburn Victoria 3064

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Donate to Second Chance Animal Rescue

Our community is in crisis. Help us keep people and their pets together.

The rising costs of living, homelessness and family violence are forcing vulnerable people to make heartbreaking choices. For some, that means facing the devastating prospect of giving up their beloved pet.

Since 2008, Second Chance Animal Rescue (SCAR) has helped rescue and rehome more than 18,000 dogs and cats. But our work goes beyond animal rescue. We also provide a vital lifeline to people experiencing hardship, helping them keep their beloved pets safe, healthy and by their side.

Through our community outreach programs, we help prevent pets from entering the pound system or worse.

But the demand for our services is growing everyday, and we urgently need your support.

Your tax-deductible donation helps us provide:

  • Urgent free or low-cost veterinary care – Essential and life-saving treatment for pets whose owners cannot afford the care they need.

  • Emergency pet food and supplies – Helping struggling families feed and care for their animals.

  • Emergency pet boarding and safe housing – Keeping pets safe while their owners escape domestic violence, face homelessness or navigate a personal crisis.

As a not-for-profit organisation receiving no ongoing government funding, we rely on the generosity of our village of loyal supporters to continue this vital work.

Every donation, big or small, helps prevent unnecessary surrenders, protect vulnerable animals and keep families together.

For many pet owners, SCAR is their last hope. 

Donate today. Give pets and the people who love them a second chance.

All donations over $2 are tax-deductible.

Direct Debit / Bank Transfer

Bank: NAB Bank

Account Name: Second Chance Animal Rescue Inc.

BSB: 083 168

Account Number: 141680345

Don’t forget to include your name in the ‘Reference’ field. If you would like a Tax Deductible Receipt, please email us at info@secondchanceanimalrescue.com.au with your name, the date you donated and the amount and our team will send this on as soon as we can!

Thank you!

Cheque

Mailed to us at:

Second Chance Animal Rescue Inc.

23 Grasslands Ave, Craigieburn, VIC, 3064

Separation Anxiety Questionnaire

This series of questions is for us at Second Chance Animal Rescue to better understand your pet. Please provide all the detail you can as this helps us determine how best we can help you and your dog, and understand your goals.

Fields marked with the Asterix (*) symbol are mandatory.

Kennel Sponsorship Contact

Paws At Work Registration Form

Thanks for your interest in SCAR’s Paws at Work Program!

Due to the popularity of this program, our calendar is fully booked out for the rest of the year. Applications are temporarily closed until we have new dates locked in, but please check in again soon so we can bring some four-legged joy to your workplace when we can!

If you are interested in taking part, please complete the following registration form, and we will add you to our waitlist to be contacted for the next available round of dates.
Group Organiser's Name *
*50% fee for cancellations within 14 days of your booking. 100% fee for cancellations within 7 days of your booking.

Corporate Volunteering Registration Form

If you are interested in taking part, please complete the following registration form, and we will contact you to discuss availability and make your team’s booking.
Group Organiser's Name *
Availability *
Acknowledgement
*Due to the physical nature of working in the shelter, volunteer roles may involve significant amounts of manual handling, and a reasonable level of fitness is required. Manual handling includes sustaining repetitive movements of lifting/bending, pushing/pulling, twisting/turning and walking for extended periods of time. Some heavy lifting up to 15kg may be required.
Details for Tax Invoice & Payment

Please make sure the following details are correct.
I acknowledge that my organisation will receive an invoice for a financial contribution of a minimum of $1,000 (inc GST) or more, depending on the number of people who are booked in. I understand payment is within 14 day payment terms for hosting our volunteers.
I acknowledge the cancellation policy*
*50% fee for cancellations within 14 days of your booking. 100% fee for cancellations within 7 days of your booking.
Contact Name For Invoice *

Volunteer Application

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with SCAR! Applications are temporarily closed to allow our team the time to review the large number of applications recently received. We’ll be reopening applications again mid year, so please check back then as we’d love to welcome you onboard then!

Please Note: For the moment, we will be prioritising the induction process for people who are available to volunteer on weekdays. Thank you for your understanding!

Date Of Birth*
Is your tetanus vaccination up to date? *
Are you able to lift 10kgs comfortably and without injury?
Are you able to walk 3 kilometers comfortably and without injury?
Volunteering in the shelter is physically demanding, do you have any physical limitations that may prevent you from carrying out tasks, including, but not limited to: lifting, walking, reaching, writing, reading, cleaning?
Do you have a Working With Children Check?
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Do you have any prior convictions for fraud or offences involving animals or any other convictions other than minor traffic offences? (Australia or overseas)
Person to Notify in Case of Emergency
Availability

What days/hours do you have available for your volunteer commitment? Please note we ask for a minimum 6 month commitment on a weekly or fortnightly basis for the first three months.
How often are you available?
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday/Sunday
Are you available to work on public holidays?
Can you provide a minimum of 6 months commitment?
Volunteer Experience
Have you been involved with Second Chance Animal Rescue previously?
Are you currently a student at a Tafe/College/University?
Are you seeking work placement through Second Chance Animal Rescue as part of your studies?
Are you interested in assisting with volunteering your time and vehicle to drive critters and items for SCAR?
Interested?
Do you have access to a reliable vehicle?
Do you have a current Victorian Licence?
Agreement

Terms and Conditions *

Share Your Story

Tell Us Your Story:
Please upload any photos you wish to share with us of your pet:
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Are you happy for us to share your words and images across our socials?
Second Chance Animal Rescue Volunteer Application

Personal Information

Address
City
State/Province
Postal Code
Please specify I.D type
Proof of current tetanus vaccination is required
Are you able to lift 10kgs comfortably and without injury?
Are you able to walk 3 kilometers comfortably and without injury?
Volunteering in the shelter is physically demanding, do you have any physical limitations that may prevent you from carrying out tasks, including, but not limited to: lifting, walking, reaching, writing, reading, cleaning?

Person to Notify in Case of Emergency

Availability

What days/hours do you have available for your volunteer commitment? Please note we ask for a minimum 3 month commitment on a weekly or fortnightly basis for the first three months.

Volunteer Experience

Are you interested in assisting with volunteering your time and vehicle to drive critters and items for SCAR?

Interested?
Do you have access to a reliable vehicle?
Do you have a current Victorian Licence?

Agreement

Corporate Volunteering Registration Form

Corporate Volunteering Registration Form

We are currently taking bookings for our Corporate Volunteering Program.

If you are interested in taking part, please complete the registration form below, and we will call you to discuss availability and make your team’s booking.

Group Organiser's Name
Group Organiser's Name
First Name
Last Name
I.e: Your preferred month to volunteer
Acknowledgement
*Due to the physical nature of working in the shelter, volunteer roles may involve significant amounts of manual handling, and a reasonable level of fitness is required. Manual handling includes sustaining repetitive movements of lifting/bending, pushing/pulling, twisting/turning and walking for extended periods of time. Some heavy lifting up to 15kg may be required.

Details for Tax Invoice & Payment

Please make sure the following details are correct.

I acknowledge that my organisation will receive an invoice for a financial contribution of $1,000 (inc GST) or more, depending on the number of people who are booked in. I understand payment is within 14 day payment terms for hosting our volunteers.
I acknowledge the cancellation policy*
*50% fee for cancellations within 14 days of your booking. 100% fee for cancellations within 7 days of your booking. Please refer to full cancellation policy above for more information.
Contact Name For Invoice
Contact Name For Invoice
First Name
Last Name
Organisation's Address to send Invoice To
Organisation's Address to send Invoice To
Street
City
State
Post Code
Country
Surrender Questionnaire
This series of questions is for us at Second Chance Animal Rescue to better understand the pet you intend to surrender. Please provide all the detail you can as this helps us determine what support we can provide you at this difficult time.
* Indicates required question

Type of Animal *
Is your pet desexed? *
What was your reason for surrender? *
For Dogs Only
How does your dog respond to people?
How does your dog respond to other dogs?
Does your dog display any behaviour issues such as:
For Cats Only
How does your cat respond to familiar people?
Does your cat get along with other animals?
Would you be interested in learning about our Owner Assisted program where you would be able to find a home for your pet whilst we list them for adoption for you?
Is the animal you are surrendering microchipped in your name?
Are you in the position to assist with veterinary or administrative costs to prepare your animal for adoption?
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Surrender Applications Temporarily Closed

Due to our shelter currently being at capacity, Second Chance Animal Rescue is not accepting new surrender requests at this time. Further information can be found on the Surrendering page.

Thank you for your understanding while we work within our current capacity and continue supporting the animals already in our care.

Sponsorship Contact

How you’d like to sponsor

Employment Application

Job Title - Donate
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Paws at Work Contact

Vet Contact

Training Team Contact

APPLICATION FORM

Thank you for reaching out to our Owner Assisted Rehoming Program.

Thank you for reaching out to our Owner Assisted Rehoming Program. Due to the high volume of applications we’ve recently received, we’ve temporarily paused applications to allow our team time to carefully review and support those already in progress. Applications will reopen again in mid to late September, and we encourage you to check back then. We truly appreciate your patience and understanding, and we look forward to assisting you as soon as we can.

This form will assist our staff to determine if your pet may be suitable for our Owner Assisted Rehoming Program. Your honest answers are necessary to ensure that we can help. Thank you!
About Your Pet
Has your pet shown any of the following behaviours?
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