Second Chance Pups is a 501(c)3 corporation supported ENTIRELY by adoption fees and private donations. We select dogs from local shelters and rescues and match them to carefully selected volunteer inmate/handlers from the Nebraska State Penitentiary. Dogs then live at the penitentiary while handlers provide nine weeks of intense training and love. It is a great rehabilitative measure for the inmates, offering them an opportunity to give back to society in a positive manner and contribute to a solution for the growing problem of uncared-for and unwanted animals. Otherwise overlooked dogs get a second chance at a lifelong relationship with a loving family.
Second Chance Pups has policies for approving adoptions. They are designed to ensure that each animal is placed with a responsible person prepared to make a lifelong commitment, and to avoid the kinds of problems that may have caused the animal to be brought to the shelter in the first place. An important part of the process is to match the life-style and needs of the adopter with the individual dog. If the screening process occasionally seems overly strict, try to remember that SCP’s first priority is to protect the animal’s best interests. Adopter must be at least 21 years of age and have identification. When adopting a pet from SCP, a legally binding and enforced contract must be filled out and signed. In the event pets (dogs or cats) are currently owned by the applicant a veterinary reference must be provided. All members of the household should be present for the visitation. Adopter must be willing to allow a SCP representative to make an adoption follow up, either in person, e-mail or by telephone. If at any time, you are unable to keep the pet, or unable to provide it with proper care, you must contact SCP first. Adoption fees are non-refundable. SCP is a, non-profit organization. All funds go to help the animals.