SCWC IS NOW THE FIRST & ONLY LICENSED VETERINARY HOSPITAL EXCLUSIVELY FOR WILDLIFE IN MARYLAND!

Second Chance Wildlife Center is proud to announce that we have officially been licensed by the State Board of Veterinary Examiners as the first and only Veterinary Hospital for Wildlife in the state of Maryland – marking a major milestone for the organization and for wildlife care across the region.
Becoming a licensed wildlife hospital recognizes the facility’s advanced veterinary medical capabilities, ability to appropriately house and care for a variety of species, and a highly trained wildlife medicine and rehabilitation staff (including a full-time wildlife veterinarian).

As a licensed hospital for wildlife, Second Chance Wildlife Center will:
– Provide enhanced medical and surgical care for complex cases
– Expand diagnostic capabilities, including imaging and laboratory services
– Strengthen partnerships with veterinarians, state and federal wildlife agencies, other wildlife rehabilitators, and conservation organizations
– Participate in and contribute data to wildlife research projects
– Offer training for future wildlife professionals and educational opportunities for the public
– Increase public and media access to expert guidance on wildlife-related issues

To read the full press release announcing this major accomplishment for SCWC, click here:SCWC Wildlife Hospital Press Release

CLICK THIS LINK TO READ OUR HOLIDAY 2025 NEWSLETTER:  SCWC’s Holiday 2025 Newsletter

CLICK THIS LINK TO READ SCWC’S NOV. 14th RIBBON-CUTTING PRESS RELEASE: SCWC Ribbon Cutting Press Release

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Simple steps everyone can take! 10 WAYS TO BE A GOOD NEIGHBOR FOR WILDLIFE

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CLICK THIS LINK TO READ OUR  SCWC July 2025 NEWSLETTER FEATURING: An introduction to our new wildlife veterinarian (Dr. Natalie Zimmerman); Information about our new branded merchandise; and, Recent photos showing great progress on our new facility construction project in Clarksburg, Maryland.  Other recent newsletters can be found below in the SECOND STORIES section.

SECOND CHANCE ACHIEVES HIGHEST POSSIBLE RATINGS BY TOP CHARITY EVALUATORS!

We’re excited to share some news! Charity Navigator, the nation’s largest charity evaluator, recently evaluated Second Chance Wildlife Center on a wide range of criteria and awarded us with Four-Stars – the highest possible rating! Charity Navigator’s impartial, third-party evaluation validates our organization’s effectiveness, reliability, and financial accountability. Similarly, another highly respected and impartial charity evaluator, Candid/Guidestar, recently reviewed SCWC on multiple criteria and awarded us with its highest rating, Platinum. Thank you for being an integral part of our mission as Second Chance Wildlife Center supporters, staff, and volunteers. Your trust and support help us make an important difference for the people and wildlife we serve.

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To review our 2024 audited financials and learn more about our wonderful accomplishments, read our 2024 Annual Report by clicking here: SCWC 2024 Annual Report Final

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Interested in the latest happenings at SCWC and what it takes to rehabilitate wildlife? Click below to read PDF’s of recent SCWC newsletters:

SCWC July 2025 NEWSLETTER

SCWC MAY 2025 NEWSLETTER

SCWC Holiday 2024 Newsletter

SCWC Sept 2024 Newsletter

SCWC May 2024 Newsletter

SCWC Holiday 2023 Newsletter

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A WONDERFUL VIDEO! Releases are the BEST part of our jobs and are made possible by the skilled work of our Clinic Team and by the generous donations from supporters. Please watch this video and we guarantee it will warm your heart!  SCWC Releases Compiled 12-2023

 

10/13/23 – SECOND CHANCE WILDLIFE CENTER’S NEW, CUSTOM-DESIGNED FACILITY IS UNDERWAY! Click Here: SCWC New Facility Ground breaking WEB Press Release 10-13-23

Artist’s rendering of new facility’s main medical building

Board Members and Staff Leaders break ground for SCWC’s new facility

READ OUR SPRING/SUMMER NEWSLETTER HERE: SCWC May-June 2023 Newsletter

 

Hannah Wilson named Clinic Director

Hannah Wilson named Clinic Director

Hannah Wilson, a certified Master Wildlife Rehabilitator, was promoted to Clinic Director of Second Chance Wildlife Center in early 2022 following years of experience as a rehabber and Clinic Manager at Second Chance and, previously, as a wildlife rehabber at the Kevin P. Clinton Wildlife Center in Ohio. She is responsible for all aspects of the day-to-day animal care operations of the clinic and serves as supervisor to all clinic staff, interns, and volunteers.

SCWC Recognized with County Proclamation

SCWC Recognized with County Proclamation

In a meeting of the Montgomery County Maryland County Council, SCWC was presented with a Council proclamation recognizing SCWC’s 25 years of service to the community. We are honored to be recognized for our service and we could not have done this without tremendous support from our donors, staff, Board members, volunteers and interns. Thank you!

Full Proclamation