Second Chance Dog Rescue & Referral, Inc. (SCDR) is a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization, run by volunteers who are dedicated to the rescue of purebred dogs. We operate in two locations - Guyton, GA (just west of Savannah) and Seale, AL (just west of Phenix City). Although SCDR focuses on purebred rescue, there are sometimes mixed-breed dogs available for adoption. Most of the rescued dogs are selected from the local high-kill, animal control shelter. Dogs are also turned over to SCDR by owners who, for various reasons, are no longer able to keep them.

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All dogs in the rescue program are:

• given a complete veterinary examination
• vaccinated against distemper, parvovirus, hepatitis, leptospirosis,
  parainfluenza, rabies, and "kennel cough"
• checked for intestinal parasites and treated as needed
• spayed or neutered
• checked for heartworms and treated for heartworm infestation if positive,
  or put on prevention if negative
  
• given a dental cleaning if needed
  
• treated for whatever other medical problems they may have
• tattooed and/or microchipped for permanent identification
  

Some services we provide to the community are:

• Provide a referral service of Breed Rescue organizations to owners
  of purebred dogs who are unable to keep their pets
• Provide a referral service to families wishing to adopt a purebred dog
• Assist with transportation of dogs that are being relocated to rescue organizations/foster homes out of the immediate area
• Provide foster care to purebred dogs until loving homes can be found
  or until space becomes available in Breed Rescue
• Rescue purebred dogs from local animal control shelters
• Educate the community about responsible pet ownership

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