Second Chance Wildlife Center, established in 1995, is a dedicated non-profit organization that provides emergency treatment and long-term care for injured, ill, and orphaned wildlife. Their goal is to rehabilitate animals and release them back into their natural environment. The center is licensed by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. It serves as a vital refuge for many animals, including waterfowl, squirrels, groundhogs, and songbirds. Visitors and wildlife lovers appreciate their compassionate care, transparency, and professionalism. Many have brought injured animals, such as a Canadian goose and baby sparrows, and found the staff to be kind, honest, and knowledgeable. The center is also recognized for its work raising orphaned babies and preparing them for release. Despite the long commutes for some volunteers, people acknowledge the importance of the work being done and are happy to support through donations. Overall, Second Chance Wildlife Center is seen as a caring sanctuary committed to helping Maryland’s wildlife, providing hope and care for injured animals in the community.
Wonderful work to save our earthly creaturese. Thanks Second Chance Animal Rescue!
January 2026
We took in a dark eyed junco that had hit a glass door and was stunned, Second Chance evaluated and treated the bird for a week and was able to release it back to its native habitat. We are thrilled to have this resource to help our native wildlife.
November 2025
Very caring and willing to help with a squirrel that fell out of our tree.
