by Louise Doyle MAJOR plans to crackdown on irresponsible dog owners have been unveiled. Minister for Rural and Community Development, and the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary TD and the Minister for Agriculture, Food and Marine, Martin Heydon TD have this week launched a major national awareness campaign to remind dog owners of their responsibilities. Advertisement The […]
From cliff to classroom: Mali the dog reunited with students who were part of rescue
Mali, the Bernese Mountain Dog that was missing for two weeks is safe and sound after being stranded on a cliff in Donegal. The resilient dog, who belongs to a German family, became a local hero after a miraculous rescue by a fishing boat near Arranmore Island. Mali visited Scoil an Aingil Choimheádaí, Keadue in […]
Mali the miracle dog survives two weeks on Donegal Cliff reunites with family
Mali, a Bernese Mountain Dog, has been safely rescued after spending two harrowing weeks stranded on a cliff in Donegal. The beloved pet ran off from her German owners on August 16th while they were visiting Arranmore Island, spooked by high winds. Despite extensive search efforts involving locals, tourists, and even drones, hope for Mali’s […]
Gardaí warn dog owners to secure pets during lambing season
THIS week, Gardaí in Donegal reminded dog owners of the harm their pets can cause if let roam free or unsecured. “With dog ownership comes responsibility. “Secure your dog, have it microchipped and registered with your vet. Advertisement “At this time of year we often see issues with sheep kills when dogs attack livestock. “Dogs […]
Ministers urge responsible dog ownership ahead of Christmas period
Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD, and Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue TD have today launched a ‘Responsible Dog Ownership’ leaflet, designed to raise awareness about the responsibilities of dog owners. This leaflet highlights in a clear and accessible way, the legal obligations and costs that may be […]
Woman had to get tetanus injection after dog incident
A WOMAN had to get a tetanus injection after sustaining scratches from a dog who was not on a leash or under effective control. Gardaí have urged dog owners to ensure they have effective control of their pets at all times in the wake of the incident in Moville. The woman reported to gardaí that […]
Shock after dog owner asks vet to remove dogs teeth
A DOG in Donegal has been surrendered to a rescue centre after its owner requested a vet to remove his teeth after he started biting a car tyre. The dog is now in the care of Animals in Need in Donegal Town and the charity is on the lookout for a forever home for the […]
Appeal for missing dog believed to be in St Johnston
A SOCIAL media campaign has been launched for a missing dog believed to be in the St Johnston area. Murphy, the brown and white beagle, was in the vehicle which was involved in a collision on the Letterkenny Road in Derry on Tuesday morning and has been missing since. He was last seen yesterday evening […]
Dog owners urged to obey no dogs rule at Letterkenny town park
A LOCAL Councillor has voiced his concerns over a large number of dogs being in Letterkenny’s Bernard McGlinchey Town Park despite dogs being prohibited for being there. The Council has been urged to improve signage and take whatever steps necessary to communicate to the public that dogs are not allowed in Bernard McGlinchey Town Park. Raising the […]
Woman convicted of causing unnecessary suffering to German Shepherd dogs
A Derry woman has been convicted at Departmental Court of causing unnecessary suffering to a German Shepherd dog and two puppies in June 2022. The complaint was brought against Nadine Wells of Cornshell Fields by Derry City and Strabane District Council under the Welfare of Animals Act (NI) 2011. Proceedings followed an investigation by Council’s […]