Many readers have rescued their pets from cases of neglect, abuse, or abandonment.
With Christmas fast approaching and the rising cost of living, rescue charities have seen an influx of pets needing to be rehomed.
The RSPCA – the lead animal charity – has issued a call for animal lovers to consider adopting a pet as many rescue centres are full to bursting.
There are also many independent rescue charities in the area, giving dogs and cats a second chance.
We asked Chad readers to share photos and stories of their rescued pets, to spread the word of the type of impact a rescued pet can have.
For a full extensive list of submissions, visit rb.gy/6pij6r
Here are 55 photos sent in by Thursday, November 23, of rescue pets in the area – rehomed by our readers.
21. 'Not so' spooky Sid
Samantha rehomed Sid from Mansfield Cat Protection last year. Photo: Samantha Spelman
22. Baby
Tracey shared this photo of Baby, as that was her name when she rehomed her from RSPCA Radcliffe on Trent, at four-years-old. Tracey said: "We had her for 10 wonderful years but sadly she’s no longer with us. She is too beautiful to not share." Photo: Tracey Waring
24. Izzy Whizzy
Izzy Whizzy was rescued in March from Many Tears Animal Rescue. Caz said Izzy has helped the family to heal from the loss of their dog, who died from cancer at age 10. Izzy is still learning to trust people, but has a happy home now with her two fur brothers. She has been on two holidays this year. Photo: Caz Baker-Brooks