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Why Giving Your Dog More Choice Can Build Confidence

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Author Gerry Pearson (CBST, CSAT) Shelter Trainer at Second Chance Animal Rescue Posted Want to help your dog feel more confident? Sometimes the answer isn’t more training – it’s giving them more choice. Discover how everyday opportunities for choice and control can help dogs feel safer, build resilience and develop confidence, particularly for dogs experiencing […]

Is Your Pet Itchy? Understanding Pruritus

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Author (Dr) Elizabeth Hendricks – BSC, DVM Veterinary Surgeon at Second Chance Animal Rescue Posted Is your dog or cat constantly scratching, licking or grooming? Learn what could be causing your pet’s itchy skin and how veterinary treatment can help. Is Your Pet Itchy? Understanding Pruritus Is your dog constantly scratching, licking their paws or […]

A Second Chance Together: Jarrod and Tyrian’s Story

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Author Marisa Debattista CEO & Founder at Second Chance Animal Rescue Posted Sometimes, we don’t get to find out how the story ends… but this one found its way back to us… Close to 4 years ago, Jarrod contacted SCAR when he had hit rock bottom. He was facing the worst time of his life, […]

Could Your Pet Have Osteoarthritis? Signs of Joint Pain in Dogs and Cats

Author (Dr) Jun Xing Loh BVSc (University of Melbourne) Veterinary Surgeon at Second Chance Animal Rescue Posted As the colder winter months arrive, many pet owners notice changes in their furry friends’ movement, energy levels and behaviour. While it is easy to assume that slowing down is simply a normal part of aging, it may […]

Can Separation Anxiety Be Fixed? What Recovery Really Looks Like

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Author Gerry Pearson (CBST, CSAT) Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer at Second Chance Animal Rescue Posted Understanding separation anxiety in dogs and what effective treatment actually looks like, from panic and distress through to calm, confident alone time. Sarah hadn’t left her house alone in months. Not because she didn’t want to. Because every time she […]

Why Your Dog Isn’t Being Naughty: Understanding Common Behaviour Problems

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Author Gerry Pearson (CBST, CSAT) Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer at Second Chance Animal Rescue Posted Understanding your dog’s behaviour through their eyes, so you can build trust, reduce stress, and create real progress together. When we talk about “problem behaviours” in dogs, it is worth pausing for a moment and asking a simple question. Problematic […]

Pete’s body may be broken, but his spirit is not…

His name is Stinky Pete, and he was found wandering the streets all alone. Severely emaciated. A chronic skin infection covering more than 40% of his body. Eyes weeping from a painful, untreated disease. And a deep scar carved across his muzzle. Pete is ten years old. A German Shorthaired Pointer who should be enjoying […]

Rosie

The story of Rosie the Golden Retriever & how a single moment not only changed everything – it saved her life… After seven long years, Rosie’s entire existence had been dedicated to creating life rather than truly living it. She & her sibling, Maximus, had been raised as breeding dogs, & it was the only life they’d […]

Nova

“We wouldn’t change a thing about this smart & clever girl”… Prior to finding herself here at SCAR, Nova, the 1-year-old Australian Cattledog x Staffy, had been raised on a rural property where she loved to run and play. Happy, bright, and endlessly inquisitive, Nova wanted to explore everything. However, her curiosity eventually became too […]

Banksia Gardens: Visiting Our Community, & Meeting People Where They Are

Supporting real people with vital resources, so they can continue caring for the pets they love, and sharing with them what they need when they need it. Every community has them. A series of nondescript buildings sprinkled throughout our cities. Maybe you pretend they don’t exist. You block them from your vision, your mind. Not […]

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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Sponsorship Contact

How you’d like to sponsor

Employment Application

Job Title - Banksia Gardens: Visiting Our Community, & Meeting People Where They Are
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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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