Retford: Guinea pigs rescued after being abandoned in plastic bin

Two guinea pigs have been rescued after being abandoned in a plastic bin that had vegetable trimmings inside.

The RSPCA is caring for the two female guinea pigs, who are believed to be about one to two years old.

The pair were found next to the bin on 5 January in Upper Ings Lane, Retford, Nottinghamshire.

It is thought the guinea pigs, who have since been named Laine and Binnie, had been inside it and had tipped it over while trying to get out.

The RSPCA said the duo had been taken to a vet for a check-up and had now been transferred into the care of the Lincolnshire Mid & Lincoln Branch.

Animal rescue officer, Kathryn Kellegher, said: "It is pretty shocking that these two guinea pigs were mostly likely abandoned inside a plastic bin with no cover and the only other item inside being some vegetable trimmings.

"The finder said there were actually three but one couldn't be caught and ran off - which is so sad.

"This sad incident highlights why, no matter how desperate someone is, they should never abandon an animal - there is just no guarantee they could be found - and they are so vulnerable when left in situations like this."

Anyone with information has been asked to contact the RSPCA's appeals line.

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