Another Chance Rescue

Another Chance Rescue, Rehab and Sanctuary

Four legs, Wet Noses and One Huge Heart

Few people have the heart for animals that Tonya Roane has, it is what makes her special. She shares statistics like 3.3 million dogs enter shelters in the U.S. each year. 670,000 dogs are euthanized each year due to overcrowding/space issues. She believes that every dog deserves a second chance, and so do we. For this reason, Devon Cutshaw (CEO) started Another Chance Rescue, Rehab and Sanctuary. Another Chance is a 501c3 charitable organization dedicated to saving dogs from euthanasia in overcrowded humane shelters in Georgia. Tonya is the director of the sanctuary and in charge of animal welfare. Another Chance’s mission is to provide safety and care for all dogs. Every dog that passes through their sanctuary can look forward to a forever home and family. Since opening in 2018 they have saved the lives of 1,042 dogs. In 2021, 202 dogs came out of Rabun County alone. The generous donations of the community and Tonya’s supporters are what helps keep Another Chance’s door open. Much goes into the care of these animals. There is feeding, watering, cleaning, bathing, treating for fleas, ticks and any ailments or injuries that the dogs may have. The supplies to carry out these tasks can add up quickly. Tonya is their primary caregiver although there are many who donate items and even their time to help her out. Tonya follows a network of shelters and when it is posted that a dog is scheduled to be euthanized, she finds a way to save it. Again and again doors and hearts open up and dogs are saved. Many times dogs that enter shelters are not spayed or neutered, therefore it is not uncommon for females to come in pregnant which means more mouths to feed. Currently they have 56 dogs in their care and several of them are medical cases. Before going to their forever homes all Another Chance dogs are given medical care, chipped and spayed or neutered. Many people work hand in hand with Tonya to provide foster homes for the dogs until they find their forever home. Another Chance works completely from donations, there is no assistance from any county or state organizations. Every donation is appreciated and Tonya wanted to thank everyone who has volunteered to help with the dogs. Without help from the community they could not do what they do. She especially wanted to thank the doctors and staff at Rabun Animal Hospital and Clayton Veterinary Hospital. Fosters, volunteers and supplies to care for the dogs are always needed. Things like puppy pads, wet and dry puppy food, bleach, laundry detergent and paper products are just a few of their daily needs. If you are interested in adopting a dog through Another Chance please reach out to Tonya for an application and to discuss which pet would be a good fit for you. There are many precious fur babies awaiting your call (706-970-9489). You may also follow Another Chance Rescue, Rehab and Sanctuary on Facebook or visit their website www.anotherchancerescuerehabandsanctuary. com. They are located at 612 Connector Road in Lakemont, Georgia. If you feel inclined to help you can send a check or send a donation through PayPal (anotherchancesanctuary2018@gmail.com).