12 Mar Second Chance: Goodbye to 2 Beloved Senior Pets + Concert w/Emily Scott Robinson, 3/23!
For 30+ years, the Animal Resource Center and Shops of Second Chance Humane Society (SCHS) have been serving Ouray, San Miguel, and Montrose Counties. Adoption hours are from Wednesday to Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. View shelter pets and services online at www.secondchancehumane.org.
“Connecting Pets, People, and Community While Saving Lives.”
View shelter pets and services online: www.adoptmountainpets.org.
Please reach out to our dog den staff with any questions about these deserving dogs. animalcare@secondchancehumane.org
Donate here or mail to: PO Box 2096, Ridgway, CO, 81432.
Scroll down for a preview of SCHS’s special concert on March 25. The event features none other than Emily Scott Robinson, a featured artist on John Prine’s label, Oh Boy Records.
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Cruz was surrendered to Second Chance when his person lost their housing. He’d been passed around to several homes before that and was over 10 years old. Cruz had some food sensitivities and a thyroid condition. He also had the cutest frosted face. Our staff fell in love, but knew he was not the most “adoptable” guy. Senior dogs are often overlooked, and his breed made it even more challenging.
Cruz’s hero came in and adopted him after two months in our care.
“Cruz was my 3rd senior rescue. He brought many laughs into our home with his goofiness, love for toys, and snoring. He also brought a lot of love with his cuddles. He always knew when someone was having a hard day. We had him for just over two years, but it was filled with adventures, walks, traveling, hiking, and lots of love. Cruz will be forever missed,” said Leah.
When asked if she would adopt a senior dog again, Leah added: “Absolutely. I will continue to adopt senior dogs. They are so special. If people would give them a chance they would see that too.”
Mercy was a cat who had many things working against her. She was 12 years old, deaf, and hid whenever someone entered the room. Our volunteer, Heather, adopted her after she’d been with us for 18 months.
“Mercy chose us. We didn’t let her age change our decision. We had recently lost our cat, Tava, and thought we weren’t ready for another. I went to volunteer one day, and Mercy popped her head out and came right to me. I had never seen Mercy because she was always hiding. I scooped her up, and she hugged my neck with her paws, laid her head on my shoulder, and purred in my ear for at least 45 minutes. It was like she knew exactly what I needed. When she met my husband for the first time, she ran right up to him, doing figure-eights between his feet. He said, ‘Well, I guess she is ours now,” said Heather.
Heather and Ed had adopted older animals before, including a 12-year-old Husky named Kaja. They assumed their time with Mercy would be limited to a couple of years. The day they brought Mercy home, she hopped out of her carrier, found her favorite chair, curled up, and fell asleep. Mercy lived almost seven more years, enjoying a wonderful quality of life until her final days.
Heather’s advice to anyone considering a senior: “Never assume an older pet equals an impending loss. You will reap the rewards of a special kind of love and gratitude that only senior pets can give. Adopting senior pets has given me a sense of purpose and helped me prioritize my values. It shows me the importance of spending quality time with loved ones. Allowing an older animal to spend their final days, weeks, or years in a safe and comfortable place is the best gift you can give them. They always return that gift with love, appreciation, and companionship.”
The love and bond you share with a pet isn’t measured by time. No matter how long you are fortunate to have a pet by your side, it will never be long enough.
Rest in peace, Cruz and Mercy. You were loved and treasured and will be remembered forever.
An Evening With Emily Scott Robinson, 3/23/25:
Emily Scott Robinson, courtesy Emily.
Second Chance Humane Society presents An Evening with Emily Scott Robinson at the historic Sheridan Opera House in Telluride on Sunday, March 23rd.
Doors at 7:00p.m., Show, 8:15 p.m.
All proceeds from this event will help support animal welfare in the region through Second Chance’s programs and services.
“I’m honored that Second Chance approached me to ask if I’d be willing to play a benefit concert to thank their patrons and help raise money for their work! Second Chance does wonderful and important work in rescuing animals in our community and helping them find their forever homes. I’m excited to lend my voice to this cause!,” adds Emily.
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