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The Evening of Pawsibilities may be over, but we aren't done celebrating! We'll be highlighting our sponsors and partners throughout the recap of our gala, and today we'd like to introduce you to a few of those businesses. When you're out looking for your next local spot to support, we hope that you'll consider these businesses. 🐾 @campbowwownorthraleigh 🐾 @fatcatstrategies 🐾 @pawsatplaync 🐾 @petpalaceresorts 🐾 @ruffhousingcary 🐾 @sunrisedentalral 🐾 @twobitchbourbon 🐾 @zimzoomphotobooth We would not be able to support the animals of our community without them! Interested in becoming an event sponsor or annual partner? Please check out our website for more information about how you can get involved with Second Chance. #nonprofit #animalrescue #adoptdontshop #raleighnc #carync #rescuedogsofinstagram #rescuecatsofinstagram #eveningofpawsibilities

Some dogs want to be the center of attention. Delphi is a sweet senior lady who is perfectly happy just being near you. She’s gentle, loving, and wonderfully easygoing—the kind of companion who will happily follow you around the house, settle nearby, and keep you company without needing to be in your lap (or on your couch!). She loves her people, appreciates affection, and has a lovely way of giving you space while still making sure you never feel alone. Delphi is proof that sometimes the best kind of companionship is simply having someone by your side. If your ideal dog is sweet, calm, loving, and content to enjoy the quieter things in life, this girl would love to meet you. Come meet our sweet gal and see if she’s the peaceful companion you’ve been looking for. #nonprofit #animalrescue #adoptdontshop #raleighnc #carync #adoptabledogs #rescuedogsofinstagram

Visit us this afternoon across the Cary area! 🐾 We'll be hosting our monthly Paws & Purrs Adoption Event from 12-3 p.m. at our center at 6003 Chapel Hill Road, Suite 133, Raleigh, NC. With some of our foster friends visiting today, it's an event you won't want to miss! 🍻 Then, stop by @weld_wineandbeer to meet some of our other adoptable dogs (we'll be there between 5-7 p.m.). All day, $1 of every draft pint will be donated back to Second Chance as a part of their Pups & Pints event! We hope to see you around this weekend! #nonprofit #animalrescue #adoptdontshop #raleighnc #carync #raleighevents #caryevents #rescuedogsofinstagram #rescuecatsofinstagram #adoptabledogs #adoptablecats

🚨 THIS IS YOUR SPECIAL CHANCE TO PIE TIM. 🚨 Yes -- pie Tim. Did you know that YOU could be the lucky person who gets to launch a pie directly into Tim’s face AT OUR GALA, the 26th annual Evening of Pawsibilities. But there’s a catch: you have to buy your Early Bird ticket by MIDNIGHT on 9/15 to be entered for your chance. Do you want to pie Tim? Do you want to watch someone else pie Tim? Do you simply want to be part of saving the animals in our community? SECURE YOUR SEAT!! Midnight. Tomorrow. Then this special, elegant-evening pie opportunity disappears into the void along with all of the kitty mouse toys and stuffies that our pups love to hide away! 🎟️ (LINK IN BIO) https://e.givesmart.com/s/:D8saaaHKj7U/e/PSF/ #nonprofit #animalrescue #adoptdontshop #raleighnc #carync #raleighevents #caryevents #rescuedogsofinstagram #rescuecatsofinstagram #eveningofpawsibilities

Did you know that today is National Dog Walker Appreciation Day? We’re giving a big thank-you to the people who make sure our dogs get out, stretch their legs, sniff ALL the things, and enjoy a little extra time outside. Our dog walkers do so much more than take dogs for a walk. They give them enrichment, attention, exercise, and a chance to simply be dogs while they wait for their forever homes. To every volunteer who grabs a leash and heads out with one of our pups: thank you for helping make their days a little brighter. We couldn’t do it without you! #nonprofit #animalrescue #adoptdontshop #rescuedogsofinstagram #raleighnc #carync #

How do you catch a gorgeous, determined husky? With a little patience, a lot of chicken, teamwork, and a brand-new trap from our friends at Lone Wolf Electric. This is Zorra, and this is just the beginning of her second chance. Stay tuned for Part 2 to hear Zorra's story so far... #nonprofit #animalrescue #rescuedogsofinstagram #raleighnc #carync

International Dog Day looks a little extra special around our center this year 🐾💜 After 653 days with Second Chance, including a return to our center, Suzy finally got the happy ending she deserved: ADOPTED! Swipe to see our girl with her new owner - also named SUZY!!!! This one-eyed cutie spent nearly two years waiting for the right person to see what we saw in her—a sweet, silly, cuddly girl who just wanted a place to call home. If you’re looking for your dog, don’t overlook the ones who have been waiting a little longer. Your perfect match might be waiting for you at Second Chance. Come meet our adoptable dogs and find your new best friend! #adoptdontshop #happytails #raleighnc #animalrescue #nonprofit #rescuedogsofinstagram

Lace up, grab your running buddy's leash, and meet us at WakeMed Soccer Park for the Pups & Pastries 5K on Saturday, September 12. Hosted by our friends at Fit & Able Productions, we are so grateful to be the beneficiary of this awesome community race! Your support helps us continue providing care and love to our amazing animals while they search for their forever homes. 🍩 5K and (a little more than a) 10K options are available to run both with and without dogs! 📍 WakeMed Soccer Park, Cary, NC 📅 Saturday, September 12 at 8:30 a.m. 🔗 Register Here: https://runsignup.com/Race/PupsandPastries/Page/inperson #nonprofit #animalrescue #adoptdontshop #rescuedogsofinstagram #raleighnc #carync #raleighevents #caryevents

When was the last time you partied with pups? 🎉 We'd love to give you the opportunity! Join us on Saturday, October 10 from 6-10 PM at the North Ridge Country Club to celebrate our 26th annual Evening of Pawsibilities. We'll have amazing auction items for you to bid on, adoptable cats and dogs, great food, and even better stories from this year. None of it is possible without your support, so we hope to see you there! 📍 North Ridge Country Club (@nrcc1967 ) 📅 Saturday, October 10 from 6-10 PM 🎟️ https://e.givesmart.com/events/PSF/?isOrderFormActive=true (LINKED IN BIO) #nonprofit #animalrescue #adoptdontshop #adoptabledogs #rescuedogsofinstagram #raleighnc #carync #raleighevents #caryevents #fundraiser

Meet Lucky! This handsome 4-month-old boy is about 30 lbs of pure puppy sweetness—and whoever gets to adopt him will truly be the lucky one! Lucky is potty- and crate-trained, sleeps wonderfully in his crate at night, and is already more well-behaved than many adult dogs. He loves to play, explore, chew, and learn new things. He knows sit and spin and is working on paw. He absolutely LOVES people and other dogs, big or small. He gives the best kisses, enjoys playtime, and is also happy to settle in for some quiet time. He can be a little talkative when he wants you to keep playing, but the only time he gets sad is when his people leave. Sweet, playful, smart, affectionate, and oh-so-handsome—Lucky is ready to melt your heart! Could Lucky be your lucky charm? Submit an adoption application today to set up your meet and greet! #animalrescue #nonprofit #adoptdontshop #adoptabledog #rescuedogsofinstagram #raleighnc #carync

The countdown is ON! 🎉Early Bird tickets to Evening of Pawsibilities are officially on sale! Join us October 10 for our biggest night of the year — an unforgettable evening celebrating the animals, people, and community that make Second Chance possible. Think delicious food and drinks, exciting entertainment, special surprises, favorite EOP traditions, and a NEW location… with even more to come. 👀 And the best part? Your ticket helps provide the food, medical care, shelter, enrichment, and second chances that homeless pets need while they wait for their forever families. Early Bird tickets are available for a limited time — grab yours before prices increase! Come celebrate. Come make a difference. Come raise a glass to second chances. 🎟️ https://e.givesmart.com/events/PSF/?isOrderFormActive=true #nonprofit #animalrescue #adoptdontshop #adoptabledogs #adoptablecats #rescuedogsofinstagram #rescuecatsofinstagram #raleighnc #carync #raleighevents #caryevents #eveningofpawsibilities

Fern, Finnegan, and all of our adoptable pets have one small favor to ask... We're running low on a few everyday essentials that help us care for the dogs and cats at Second Chance. Our current wish list: - Purina ONE Natural Pâté (dog) - Canned pâté wet cat food - Paper towels - Bleach (5.25%+ sodium hypochlorite) - 6-gallon wastebasket liners Every donation—big or small—helps us provide comfort and care while our animals wait for their forever families. If you're able to grab an extra item during your next shopping trip, we'd be incredibly grateful! 💜 You can drop off items at our center between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday! #nonprofit #animalrescue #adoptdontshop #rescuedogsofinstagram #rescuecatsofinstagram #raleighnc #carync #wishlist

Mark your calendars! Join us, @rtpuncorked , our friends at @fullsteambrewery at @boxyardrtp to celebrate the launch of this year's limited edition Rescue Brew! We can't wait to party with you all in recognition of your support of Second Chance Pet Adoptions and so many furry friends. 🍺 This limited edition brew is a Munich Helles lager with a citrusy twist, featuring a crisp malt body and a bright, lemony finish instead of traditional noble hops. 🎨 Four cans feature artwork from local artist Echo Lilly Wilson of our two top pups and two top kitties! 💜 We will have live music from DJ Marrs, pet sketches, vendors, adoptable pets to meet, and more at this fun, FREE community event on Saturday, August 15. 📍 900 Park Offices Drive, Durham, NC 27709 #nonprofit #adoptdontshop #animalrescue #rescuedogsofinstagram #rescuecatsofinstagram #raleighnc #carync #raleighevents #caryevents #durhamnc #durhamevents #rescuebrew

Today is National Dog Photography Day! We have the opportunity to work with so many amazing photographers at our rescue center–including Joanne of @fivefreedomsphotography ! If you've been following us for any length of time, odds are you've seen Joanne's handiwork. Her beautiful images are some of the highlights of our pups' profiles! We celebrate all dog photographers today, but want to extend this special thanks to our community partner, Joanne, and thank her for all of her hard work with Second Chance and our pups. If you're in the market for the perfect pieces of memorable artwork with your pooch, reach out to Joanne today! 📸 @fivefreedomsphotography / Five Freedoms Photography: Raleigh Pet Photographer 🔗 www.fivefreedomsphotography.com #nonprofit #animalrescue #dogphotography #raleighnc #carync #rescuedogsofinstagram

Kick off the weekend right with us tonight at the Dog Days of Summer with the Town of Morrisville! We'll be at the Morrisville Dog Park from 6-8 PM to enjoy splash pads, raffles, treats, and more with our friendly neighborhood pals! Stroll the other vendor booths with your pup at this FREE community event. Then, visit us on Saturday at our center for Paws & Purrs Adoption Day for our extended, once-a-month hours from 12-3 PM. We'll have some of our adoptable pups on site along with our kitty regulars and some foster appearances! We hope to see you at one of these events this weekend, and be sure to keep an eye out for the future! We have a ton of great events on the docket. #nonprofit #animalrescue #adoptdontshop #raleighnc #carync #raleighevents #caryevents #rescuedogsofinstagram #rescuecatsofinstagram

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