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'''Second Chance Animal Rescue Society''' ('''SCARS''') is a no kill, non-profit animal rescue organization based in [[Edmonton]] and [[Athabasca, Alberta]] serving northern Alberta, Canada.
'''Second Chance Animal Rescue Society''' ('''SCARS''') is a no kill, non-profit animal rescue organization based in [[Edmonton]] and [[Athabasca, Alberta]] serving northern Alberta, Canada.

==History==
The organization was cofounded by Sylvia Christiansen and Jan Pysyk in 2002 after they began rescuing dogs found in remote communities in northern Alberta. In the first year, about 70 dogs were helped, increasing to about 500 in 2008, with the aid of about 100 volunteers and 50 foster homes.<ref>[https://www.pressreader.com/canada/edmonton-journal/20080601/282067682680480 “Dog’s Best Friend”], Edmonton Journal, June 1, 2008.</ref>

The society later added cats, and the occasional domestic rabbit, to their work. By 2018, they reported having rescued, rehabilitated and adopted out over 10,000 homeless cats and dogs over the years.<ref name="Annual Report 2018"/> In 2018, they reported adoptions of 646 dogs and 321 cats. Including those altered and returned to their owners, the society helped 792 dogs and 412 cats.<ref name="Annual Report 2018"/>


==Programs==
==Programs==


By 2018, the organization reported having rescued, rehabilitated and adopted out over 10,000 homeless cats and dogs since its founding in 2002.<ref name="Annual Report 2018"/> SCARS receives most animals in need from municipal pounds and low income people in First Nations and rural communities. The organization relies primarily on a network of volunteer drivers and foster homes. Some available animals are featured in a weekly newscast on Global TV. Additional programs include:
SCARS receives most animals in need from municipal pounds and low income people in First Nations and rural communities. The organization relies on a network of volunteer drivers and foster homes. They typically have over 200 animals in care.<ref>[https://scarscare.ca/about-us/ "About us"], SCARS, accessed Dec. 21, 2019.]</ref> Some available animals are featured in a weekly newscast on the [[Global Television Network]]. Programs include:

===Rehabilitation and Adoption===
All animals taken into care receive medical care, are spayed or neutered, microchipped, and socialized, with any behavioural issues addressed. In 2018, 646 dogs and 321 cats were taken into this program.<ref name="Annual Report 2018"/> Occasional adoption events are held where prospective adopters can meet some available animals.<ref>[https://www.sherwoodparknews.com/news/local-news/scars-seeks-forever-homes-for-30-rescue-animals “SCARS seeks forever homes for 30 rescue animals”], The Sherwood Park News, April 30, 2019, accessed Dec. 21, 2019]</ref>


===Spay/Neuter Assistance===
===Spay/Neuter Assistance===
A program called "Spay-Neuter-Return" serves First Nations and rural communities in northern Alberta.<ref>[https://scarscare.ca/spay-neuter-return/ "Spay-Neuter-Return"], SCARS, accessed Dec. 21, 2019.</ref> Dogs and cats are transported from the communities to be neutered and receive other needed veterinary care. After recovering from their procedures, they are returned to the community. Some pets are taken into care for eventual adoption into homes. Some feral cats included in a [[trap-neuter-return]] program.
A program called "Spay-Neuter-Return" serves primarily First Nations and rural communities in northern Alberta.<ref>[https://scarscare.ca/spay-neuter-return/ "Spay-Neuter-Return"], SCARS, accessed Dec. 21, 2019.</ref> Dogs and cats are transported from the communities to be neutered and receive other needed veterinary care. After recovering from surgery, they are returned to their home community. Some cats are included in a [[trap-neuter-return]] program, where unsocialized [[feral cat|feral cats]] are returned to outdoor colonies with ongoing care by caregivers. Some pets, rather than being returned, are taken into the adoption program.

Small communities where animals were assisted by this program in 2018 included [[Athabasca County]], [[Buffalo Lake Metis Settlement]], [[Calling Lake, Alberta|Calling Lake]], [[Cold Lake, Alberta|Cold Lake]], [[Fishing Lake First Nation]], [[Frog Lake First Nation]], [[High Prairie]], [[Lac La Biche, Alberta|Lac La Biche]], [[Municipal District of Opportunity No. 17]], [[Onion Lake Cree Nation]], [[Saddle Lake Cree Nation]], [[Slave Lake]], and [[Maskwacis]], [[St. Paul, Alberta|St. Paul]], [[Westlock]] and [[Whitefish Lake First Nation]]. Other communities served included [[Calgary]], [[Edmonton]] and [[Leduc County]].<ref name="Annual Report 2018"/>


===Winter Pet Shelter Program===
===Winter Pet Shelter Program===
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Animals with significant behavioural or medical issues become permanent residents at the organization's sanctuary.<ref>[https://scarscare.ca/sanctuary-animals/ "Sanctuary Animals"], SCARS, accessed Dec. 21, 2019.</ref> In 2018, 32 residents met this criteria.<ref name="Annual Report 2018"/>
Animals with significant behavioural or medical issues become permanent residents at the organization's sanctuary.<ref>[https://scarscare.ca/sanctuary-animals/ "Sanctuary Animals"], SCARS, accessed Dec. 21, 2019.</ref> In 2018, 32 residents met this criteria.<ref name="Annual Report 2018"/>


==Recognition==
==Notable Rescues==
*'''Twenty-six “sheepdog mutts”''' were rescued in March 2019 from a Parkland County farm after a purebred Maremma and border collie bred, and their offspring also multiplied.<ref>[https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/alberta-sheepdogs-farm-dogs-rescue-adoption-maremma-1.5047366 “26 sheepdog mutts looking for country homes with space to roam”], Wallis Snowdon, CBC News, March 8, 2019.</ref>

*'''Marigold the blind dog''' had her eyes removed in 2019 after she was found to be suffering from glaucoma and cataracts. A mother dog with six pups was also featured. <ref>[https://globalnews.ca/news/5751155/alberta-scars-animal-rescue-lost-eyes-dogs/ “Sweet pup who lost eyes steals hearts of Alberta animal rescue group“], Emily Mertz, Global News, Aug. 11, 2019.</ref><ref>https://scarscare.ca/marigold/ “Marigold”], SCARS, accessed Dec. 21, 2019.</ref>
In 2007, SCARS Co-Founder Sylvia Christiansen was presented with the [[International Fund for Animal Welfare]] Award for Animal Welfare<ref name="The Edmonton Journal">http://www2.canada.com/edmontonjournal/news/cityplus/story.html?id=b444f7c4-dd76-4a21-9e4e-6e4274e4fe78</ref> in recognition for her work and dedication to the welfare of companion animals.

In 2008, Christiansen was named a [[Global Edmonton]] Woman of Vision <ref name="Global TV">{{cite web |url=http://www.globaltv.com/globaltv/edmonton/features/woman_of_vision/recipients.html |title=Archived copy |accessdate=2009-05-04 |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20081124222531/http://www.globaltv.com/globaltv/edmonton/features/woman_of_vision/recipients.html |archivedate=2008-11-24 }}</ref>

==Further reading==
*Pet Adoption beyond the bow https://www.stalberttoday.ca/local-news/pet-adoption-beyond-the-bow-1914165
*Mutts strut their stuff in Whitecourt http://www.whitecourtpress.com/mutts-strut-their-stuff/
*SCARS Adoptable pets https://globalnews.ca/video/6268528/scars-adoptable-pets-saturday-dec-7/
*The Edmonton Journal, Dogs' Best Friend http://www2.canada.com/edmontonjournal/news/life/story.html?id=db7de452-098e-4f8b-a72e-c324d41a3f71
*The Edmonton Journal, Happy tails create a storied legacy for award-winning animal rescuer http://www2.canada.com/edmontonjournal/news/cityplus/story.html?id=b444f7c4-dd76-4a21-9e4e-6e4274e4fe78
*About SCARS https://scarscare.ca/about-us/


==Fundraisers==
The society has two major fundraisers each year, which together raised over $100,000 in 2018:<ref name="Annual Report 2018"/>
* Tails on the Trails “Bark Party”<ref>[https://www.stalberttoday.ca/local-news/animal-rescue-society-stages-annual-fundraiser-1296120 "Animal rescue society stages annual fundraiser"], Dayla Lahring, St. Albert Today, Aug. 2, 2017.</ref>; and
* Canine & Cocktails gala, begun in 2005.<ref>[https://www.pressreader.com/canada/edmonton-journal/20100910/284352605860496 "Good Works"], Edmonton Journal via Press Reader, Sept. 10, 2010.</ref>
==References==
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Revision as of 00:10, 22 December 2019

Second Chance Animal Rescue Society
Founded2002; 22 years ago (2002)
FoundersSylvia Christiansen, Jan Pysyk
Typenon-profit charity
FocusAnimal rescue
Location
Area served
northern Alberta, Canada
Revenue
$1.16 million (2018)
Volunteers
250
Websitescarscare.ca

Second Chance Animal Rescue Society (SCARS) is a no kill, non-profit animal rescue organization based in Edmonton and Athabasca, Alberta serving northern Alberta, Canada.

History

The organization was cofounded by Sylvia Christiansen and Jan Pysyk in 2002 after they began rescuing dogs found in remote communities in northern Alberta. In the first year, about 70 dogs were helped, increasing to about 500 in 2008, with the aid of about 100 volunteers and 50 foster homes.[1]

The society later added cats, and the occasional domestic rabbit, to their work. By 2018, they reported having rescued, rehabilitated and adopted out over 10,000 homeless cats and dogs over the years.[2] In 2018, they reported adoptions of 646 dogs and 321 cats. Including those altered and returned to their owners, the society helped 792 dogs and 412 cats.[2]

Programs

SCARS receives most animals in need from municipal pounds and low income people in First Nations and rural communities. The organization relies on a network of volunteer drivers and foster homes. They typically have over 200 animals in care.[3] Some available animals are featured in a weekly newscast on the Global Television Network. Programs include:

Rehabilitation and Adoption

All animals taken into care receive medical care, are spayed or neutered, microchipped, and socialized, with any behavioural issues addressed. In 2018, 646 dogs and 321 cats were taken into this program.[2] Occasional adoption events are held where prospective adopters can meet some available animals.[4]

Spay/Neuter Assistance

A program called "Spay-Neuter-Return" serves primarily First Nations and rural communities in northern Alberta.[5] Dogs and cats are transported from the communities to be neutered and receive other needed veterinary care. After recovering from surgery, they are returned to their home community. Some cats are included in a trap-neuter-return program, where unsocialized feral cats are returned to outdoor colonies with ongoing care by caregivers. Some pets, rather than being returned, are taken into the adoption program.

Small communities where animals were assisted by this program in 2018 included Athabasca County, Buffalo Lake Metis Settlement, Calling Lake, Cold Lake, Fishing Lake First Nation, Frog Lake First Nation, High Prairie, Lac La Biche, Municipal District of Opportunity No. 17, Onion Lake Cree Nation, Saddle Lake Cree Nation, Slave Lake, and Maskwacis, St. Paul, Westlock and Whitefish Lake First Nation. Other communities served included Calgary, Edmonton and Leduc County.[2]

Winter Pet Shelter Program

Winter shelters are provided for dogs and cats living outdoors, mainly in First Nations and rural communities. In 2018, 45 shelters were built and delivered at a supply cost of approximately $125 each.[2]

Sanctuary

Animals with significant behavioural or medical issues become permanent residents at the organization's sanctuary.[6] In 2018, 32 residents met this criteria.[2]

Notable Rescues

  • Twenty-six “sheepdog mutts” were rescued in March 2019 from a Parkland County farm after a purebred Maremma and border collie bred, and their offspring also multiplied.[7]
  • Marigold the blind dog had her eyes removed in 2019 after she was found to be suffering from glaucoma and cataracts. A mother dog with six pups was also featured. [8][9]

Fundraisers

The society has two major fundraisers each year, which together raised over $100,000 in 2018:[2]

  • Tails on the Trails “Bark Party”[10]; and
  • Canine & Cocktails gala, begun in 2005.[11]

References

  1. ^ “Dog’s Best Friend”, Edmonton Journal, June 1, 2008.
  2. ^ a b c d e f g "Annual Report 2018", SCARS, accessed Dec. 21, 2018.
  3. ^ "About us", SCARS, accessed Dec. 21, 2019.]
  4. ^ “SCARS seeks forever homes for 30 rescue animals”, The Sherwood Park News, April 30, 2019, accessed Dec. 21, 2019]
  5. ^ "Spay-Neuter-Return", SCARS, accessed Dec. 21, 2019.
  6. ^ "Sanctuary Animals", SCARS, accessed Dec. 21, 2019.
  7. ^ “26 sheepdog mutts looking for country homes with space to roam”, Wallis Snowdon, CBC News, March 8, 2019.
  8. ^ “Sweet pup who lost eyes steals hearts of Alberta animal rescue group“, Emily Mertz, Global News, Aug. 11, 2019.
  9. ^ https://scarscare.ca/marigold/ “Marigold”], SCARS, accessed Dec. 21, 2019.
  10. ^ "Animal rescue society stages annual fundraiser", Dayla Lahring, St. Albert Today, Aug. 2, 2017.
  11. ^ "Good Works", Edmonton Journal via Press Reader, Sept. 10, 2010.
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