KCPQ - More and more horses from Emerald Downs are calling Second Chance Ranch home. Second Chance Ranch is a non-profit 501(c)3 animal rescue sanctuary organized in 1991 as a place where injured, abused and homeless animals could heal in a humane environment. The Northwest's first no-kill sanctuary began as a free-roaming environment for dogs and horses, and transitioned into an equine transitional and rehabilitation sanctuary.

SCR specializes in sport horse rehabilitation, catering to the Pacific Northwest horse racing community. The primary focus is on Thoroughbreds - those coming directly from the race track who are ready to transition to a new job, and those that require time off for minor injuries, Thoroughbreds rescued from auctions and feedlots, and those given to SCR after being confiscated by authorities. Most of the horses are adopted out, although SCR reserve room for a limited number of permanently retirees whom you can sponsor. While priority is given to race horses coming off the track and homeless horses or those in dire need, SCR extend their services to horse owners in the communities through education, community outreach and virtual placement programs.

As an independent rescue organization, Second Chance Ranch's primary funding comes from private donations, fundraisers, and adoption fees. Using earned, donated and volunteer resources, SCR has established a record of successfully rehabilitating animals, establishing successful adoptions, providing the greater community with education and outreach resources, and effecting policy change. Second Chance Ranch depends on the support and generosity of the public to continue their mission.

For more information on Second Chance Ranch, including how to donate, visit the website at http://secondchanceranch.org/