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Encourage children to dispose of their litter correctly. Photo: Adobe

Going Green: It’s never too early to start litter picking

Cathy shared a photo of her three-legged dogs Bluebelle (adopted after owner died) and Elvis from Romania (Elvis paw got caught in a trap). Both dogs were taken in by Cathy and given a new home.

Photos: 55 pictures of rescue pets from Mansfield area and some of their stories

Apollo has been waiting a year to find a new home

UK's loneliest dog: Big dog with big heart waiting a year for new home

The cockapoos are being cared for by Vets Now in Clay Cross.

Heroic residents rescue 'neglected' dogs from 'diabolical' Clipstone home

The RSPCA is this year backing Guinea Pig Awareness Week, as it deals with a big spike in the tiny critters coming through its doors (RSPCA/Supplied)

RSPCA centres jam-packed with 'cruelly abandoned' guinea pigs

The cat regularly headbutts the cat flap at Brenda's house. Photo: Submitted

Woman pleas for help after dementia-suffering mum terrorised by crazy cat

The RSPCA has returned a female swan to be with her partner and cygnets after she was treated for wing injuries following an attack by two teenagers who were seen stabbing her with sticks.

RSPCA blast cruel teens who stabbed swan protecting cygnets

The RSPCA has appealed for dashcam footage after a van reportedly ploughed into a flock of geese

RSPCA appeal for information after geese run over by van

Pepper was found ‘extremely matted'

‘Extremely matted’ dog found abandoned in UK city

A four-month-old kitten is believed to have been thrown out with household rubbish with his legs ‘deliberately broken’.

Kitten with broken legs ‘thrown out with household rubbish’

Top 20 abandoned breeds: List of dogs most dumped as 50,000 ditched in last three years

Top 20 list of abandoned dog breeds as 50,000 dumped in three years

Clint the cat

Cat hospitalised after being found covered in urine

Dogs stuck in hot cars can quickly become unwell

Animal laws you should be aware of as RSPCA issue hot weather warning

Explainer What to do if you see a dog in a hot car - the law explained

Pugsey is a cheeky pug/French-bulldog cross who is lively, active and full of character. Pugsey can be nervous of new people and becomes vocal, he needs an experienced owner who will understand his timid nature around new people. Pugsey can be quite hyper at times and will need plenty of mental stimulation. In the right home, Pugsey will make a lovable, cuddly companion.

RSPCA: Every cat and dog available for adoption in Mansfield and Ashfield

What you should do if you find a stray, feral or lost cat

What to do if you find a stray cat according to RSPCA

The fox cub was discovered in the village of Langley Moor, Durham in a carrier bag. Inside there was also a message penned on the back of a paper Greggs bag.

Fox cub rescued after being found with ‘my mam died, help me’ note

Lulu was found at a popular park earlier this month

Five foot snake found slithering through busy park rescued by RSPCA

Crews from Edwinstowe pictured with the rescued kitten.

Fire crews near Mansfield rescue eight-week-old kitten trapped in drain

Sidney, a former stray cat, paid it forward by rescuing a poorly stray kitten

RSPCA rescue cat heroically saves poorly stray kitten

RSPCA has launched an appeal to find the owner of a dog that was found in an emaciated condition on wasteland and later died.

Dog dies after being abandoned on wasteland

The RSPCA has issued a warning after a number of suspected cat poisonings

RSPCA issues warning to pet owners after suspected cat poisonings

Missy was neglected by her owners to the point she suffered fur loss and bleeding skin

Neglected dog suffered fur loss and bleeding skin

The deaths of two foxes, four rabbits and a badger all found dead in a lay-by with dog attack-like wounds could have been caused by illegal hunting. (RSPCA/SWNS)

2 foxes, 4 rabbits & badger found dead: RSPCA launch investigation

The dog was found in a broken cage

RSPCA rescue dog dumped in a cage alongside a heartbreaking note

Stan was found dead in a spring trap in Liverpool

RSPCA appeal after family cat found dead in ‘barbaric’ spring trap

Sally Field pictured with the late Paul OGrady

Britain's oldest dog walker crowned coronation champion by RSPCA

A cat was beheaded and its severed skull left in a children’s playground next to a climbing frame, sparking an investigation by the RSPCA.

Cat beheaded and severed skull left in children’s playground

A dog settling into its new home.

Top tips for a stress-free house move for pets in Nottinghamshire

The RSPCA is urging the UK Government to keep its promise to ban imports into the UK of dogs with cropped ears

RSPCA urges government to ban imports of ‘glamorous’ cropped ear dogs

The RSPCA is looking for a man who handed a dead dog with multiple stab wounds into the vets in March. (SWNS)

Man sought after dog died with stab wounds

The RSPCA said the snare had caused such severe injuries that the decision was made by the vet to put the fox to sleep to prevent further suffering.

Fox killed in York after being caught in illegal snare

Corach Rambler, ridden by Derek Fox, winning Saturday's Grand National at Merseyside's Aintree Racecourse (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)

RSPCA call for investigation into Grand National horse deaths

The man was seen walking the gull with a dog lead in Bispham on Monday, April 10. Pic credit: Alexander Faulkner

Seagull dies after being dragged on a lead in viral Facebook video

RSPCA pay tribute to late TV star and animal lover Paul O’Grady

A dog has received the ultimate transformation after the RSPCA stepped in to help

Shaggy dog with matted fur unrecognisable after RSPCA transformation

The poor animal was found dead by passers-by at a park in Wirral, Merseyside - Credit: GFA and Google Streetview

Dog set on fire and beaten found dead in a park

RSPCA issues toxic gift warning ahead of Mother’s Day

Pet owners warned of two toxic Mother’s Day gifts you should avoid

RSPCA has issued advice to pet owners on how to keep animals safe in the cold weather.

How to keep animals safe as temperatures drop

Dog walker gets 3-year ban from dealing with dogs after dog left to die in hot van

Dog walker gets 3-year ban after dog dies in hot van

‘Coco’ was found abandoned in an emaciated condition in Hull in January

RSPCA issues appeal after ‘extremely thin’ dog found

“Emaciated little pony” Barney found collapsed in pile of rubble

Dexter was found injured on the side of the road

RSPCA inspector reunited with injured cat he thought was dead

English Springer Spaniel

Alabama Rot: Fresh warning after Labrador dies of deadly dog disease

An English Springer Spaniel

Alabama Rot: most commonly affected dog breeds

Could you give any of these beautiful animals a home?

11 adorable cats and dogs available for adoption in Nottinghamshire