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<p>Vasyl Fedoryn at Mallow District Court on Tuesday. He has also been disqualified from owning animals for 15 years. Picture: Larry Cummins</p>

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Man jailed for three months for 'excessive cruelty' to 13 dogs in his care

Dogs were kept in 'putrid' conditions, many with no water, their coats matted in faeces

<p>An Garda Síochána said animal health and welfare liaison inspectors are nominated in each garda division.</p>

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Charity calls for garda animal crime unit after horse had to be put down

<p>Another rescue centred around dogs kept in a pen, some of whom had been left starving. File photo: ISPCA</p>

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‘I’ve had shovels swung at me’: Cork animal welfare inspector faces intimidation and assaults

Yoga classes with dogs in Krakow

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Charity reveals the dark truth behind puppy yoga

Farmers report rise in 'dangerous people' trespassing and hunting illegally

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Farmers report rise in 'dangerous people' trespassing and hunting illegally

Cork City Council spent €93k seizing horses last year

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Cork City Council spent €93k seizing horses last year

'A deplorable act': Minister condemns shooting of endangered white-tailed eagle

'A deplorable act': Minister condemns shooting of endangered white-tailed eagle

Satellite tags fitted by NPWS indicate that she died on December 6 in the Ballynafid/Portnashangan area at Lough Owel

Wed, 15 Jan, 2025

The horse saved from slaughter and his 'Invincible' bloodline

The horse saved from slaughter and his 'Invincible' bloodline

Campaigner who rescued former racehorse tells Alison O’Reilly that the animals must be protected when they finally retire

Thu, 09 Jan, 2025

Investigation under way after man caught cutting throat of pregnant sheep on Kerry farm

Investigation under way after man caught cutting throat of pregnant sheep on Kerry farm

Gardaí received a report of the incident which occurred on a farm in the town of Clonkeen

Wed, 08 Jan, 2025

Petition for Junior Minister to 'champion dog welfare' as 10-week-old puppies abandoned

Petition for Junior Minister to 'champion dog welfare' as 10-week-old puppies abandoned

The petition was started after four 10-week-old dachshund cross pups were discovered abandoned at the side of a road in a cardboard box

Tue, 17 Dec, 2024

Vet convicted of keeping dogs in 'atrocious' conditions has sentence overturned

Vet convicted of keeping dogs in 'atrocious' conditions has sentence overturned

The veterinary inspector with the Department of Agriculture had appealed the severity of his sentence in Midleton Circuit Court

Wed, 04 Dec, 2024

West Cork couple face €20k in fines and costs for 'deliberate neglect' of dogs on puppy farm

West Cork couple face €20k in fines and costs for 'deliberate neglect' of dogs on puppy farm

The court also disqualified William and Eleanor Sheehy from owning or breeding dogs for life

Thu, 07 Nov, 2024

Dogs at Cork puppy farm were found 'cold, wet, and emaciated' by ISPCA inspector

Dogs at Cork puppy farm were found 'cold, wet, and emaciated' by ISPCA inspector

Judge Leech adjourned the case against William and Eleanor Sheehy until November 7 in Bandon District Court

Tue, 05 Nov, 2024

Cork farmer admits three counts of animal neglect

Cork farmer admits three counts of animal neglect

The case was sent forward for sentencing at the sessions of Cork Circuit Criminal Court starting on October 29

Thu, 17 Oct, 2024

Close up of a cute funny jack russel terrier in the arms of a female veterinarian doctor. Healthy pets, profession concept

Unwanted pets found dumped in plastic bags, Cork charity warns

Rescue charity launches adoption campaign

Sun, 22 Sep, 2024

Hedgehog, wild, native, European hedgehog emerging from inside a fallen log after a long hibernation. Facing forward with green

Lidl withdraws hedgehog shelters after wildlife rescuers describe them as 'death traps'

A spokesperson from Hedgehog Rescue Dublin said a rain-proof wooden structure with two openings is a 'much better, tougher structure'

Mon, 16 Sep, 2024

From a neglected sulky to Dublin Horse Show: Sebastian's remarkable rescue

From a neglected sulky to Dublin Horse Show: Sebastian's remarkable rescue

A horse saved by My Lovely Horse Rescue in Cobh at nine months old has shown that a horse with no breeding can compete alongside well-bred horses from big stud farms, writes Liz Dunphy

Sun, 01 Sep, 2024

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Irish and European zoos don't need to breed or keep elephants, says animal welfare expert

Dr Andrew Kelly, Director of Freedom for Animals, said: 'Conservation efforts should be focused on preserving natural habitats and protecting wild elephants in the wild where they belong.'

Mon, 12 Aug, 2024

2,800 greyhounds born in 2021 now dead or unaccounted for

2,800 greyhounds born in 2021 now dead or unaccounted for

The issue of greyhound welfare in Ireland has been a hot topic for the industry since the broadcast of an RTÉ documentary, Running for their Lives, in 2019

Thu, 08 Aug, 2024

Campaigners to protest outside Dublin Zoo about animal welfare concerns

Campaigners to protest outside Dublin Zoo about animal welfare concerns

It comes after the National Parks and Wildlife Service investigated 17 allegations by a whistleblower at the zoo, dating from 2004 to 2022

Tue, 06 Aug, 2024

Crowing Rooster

Calls for animal welfare to be taken seriously after 'cock fighting' investigation

Gardaí who were investigating a report of a suspected illegal "cock fighting" event that took place in the county made the discovery on Saturday morning during an operation in Emyvale

Mon, 29 Jul, 2024

Crowing Rooster

Dead roosters discovered by gardaí investigating suspected 'cock fighting' event

'During the course of a search, 15 dead roosters were discovered on the property, while a further 70 roosters were seized by a number of Department of Agriculture personnel'

Mon, 29 Jul, 2024

A European badger in the forest

Wildlife crime on rise: The gruesome world of badger baiting

Apart from the poisoning birds of prey, badger baiting is one of the biggest wildlife crimes in this country, but it's very hard to catch those responsible in the act and even harder to prosecute. Sorcha Crowley reports

Mon, 22 Jul, 2024

XL bully ban 'won’t address the issue of dog attacks', say animal welfare bodies

XL bully ban 'won’t address the issue of dog attacks', say animal welfare bodies

XL bully owners will be permitted to keep their dog if they receive a certificate of exemption

Mon, 15 Jul, 2024

XL bully dog restrictions

Ban on XL bully dogs to come into effect from October

The first stage will consist of a ban on breeding, rehoming, reselling and importing of an XL bully dog, while the second stage will be a full ban on owning the breed

Fri, 12 Jul, 2024

Shannonside Foods campus

Department was unaware of staff facing prosecutions at time of inspection of horse abattoir

It has emerged today that several live prosecutions involving individuals connected to Shannonside are in train and have progressed to the extent that 'prosecution cases will shortly be heard before the courts'

Thu, 11 Jul, 2024

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Review of horse and greyhound fund will examine animal welfare issues

In Budget 2024, horseracing received €76m and the greyhound industry €19m in government funding

Thu, 11 Jul, 2024

Despair

Letters to the Editor: Government must explain delays in reforming mental health laws

One reader highlights delays in promised legislation, while others address issues including animal welfare, bin charges, and Ireland's energy policy

Thu, 04 Jul, 2024

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Report clears Dublin Zoo of all allegations of wrongdoing

The National Parks and Wildlife Service report said the zoo has been cleared of 17 allegations of mistreatment of animals

Tue, 02 Jul, 2024

Small and exotic animals to be cared for in new rescue house in Dublin

Small and exotic animals to be cared for in new rescue house in Dublin

The DSPCA has seen the adoption rate of the small and exotic animals jump by 55% in the last 12 months

Mon, 01 Jul, 2024

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‘Like a skeleton on legs’ — Pet ban for dog owner with ‘emaciated’ lurcher

Robert Nugent also admitted neglecting a Rottweiler dog

Wed, 26 Jun, 2024

Shannonside Foods campus

Senior vet accuses public of 'jumping on the bandwagon' after horse abuse allegations at abattoir

Asked why a shed at Shannonside Foods was not inspected, Michael Sheahan, deputy chief veterinarian at the Department of Agriculture, said the query was 'a very legitimate question'

Thu, 20 Jun, 2024

Letters to the Editor: Time to heed Samia al-Atrash's words about the horrors in Rafah

Letters to the Editor: Time to heed Samia al-Atrash's words about the horrors in Rafah

Samia al-Atrash spoke to the 'Irish Examiner' of her pain as her family members, young and old, were destroyed in an Israeli bombardment. Her words have resonated with readers.

Thu, 20 Jun, 2024

Response contradicts department claim it could not inspect building at equine abattoir

Response contradicts department claim it could not inspect building at equine abattoir

The department’s spokesperson said that the now-closed abattoir of Shannonside Foods 'is currently subject to a legal notice'

Wed, 19 Jun, 2024

'Horrible things happened': Animal welfare activists protest at Dáil over alleged abuse of horses at abattoir

'Horrible things happened': Animal welfare activists protest at Dáil over alleged abuse of horses at abattoir

Charity My Lovely Horse wants 'accountability and transparency' for all horses that have gone through Shannonside Foods following RTÉ documentary last week

Tue, 18 Jun, 2024

Operations suspended at equine abattoir following animal abuse allegations

Operations suspended at equine abattoir following animal abuse allegations

Footage from secret cameras showed horses being repeatedly punched around the head, whipped, and struck with long lengths of plastic piping on the broadcast

Sun, 16 Jun, 2024

European and local elections

Gardaí and Department of Agriculture investigating 'horror hole' horse abattoir

Government vows 'abhorrent and distressing' treatment of horses will be fully examined

Thu, 13 Jun, 2024

Minister pledges full investigation into 'abhorrent' abuse of horses shown in RTÉ programme

Minister pledges full investigation into 'abhorrent' abuse of horses shown in RTÉ programme

Footage captured showed, among other things, horses being repeatedly punched around the head, whipped, and struck with long lengths of plastic piping

Thu, 13 Jun, 2024

XL bully dogs protest

Taoiseach promises ban on XL bully and other dangerous dog breeds

Simon Harris said a task force has now been asked to prioritise the issue of introducing a ban on certain breeds.

Tue, 11 Jun, 2024

XL bully dogs protest

Q&A: What exactly are XL bully dogs and how dangerous are they?

The Government recently established a group to examine the area of increased dog controls and restricted breeds

Thu, 06 Jun, 2024

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‘Like a skeleton on legs’: Dog owner admits neglecting ‘emaciated’ lurcher

The DSPCA inspector told the court: 'I was actually surprised the dog was still standing.'

Wed, 22 May, 2024

Wildlife study

Cobh man fined for trespassing while hunting foxes in breach of Wildlife Act

The court heard that gardaí observed a large number of men spread out across two fields hunting with dogs

Thu, 09 May, 2024

Almost 100 birds rescued following East Coast oil spill crisis

Almost 100 birds rescued following East Coast oil spill crisis

Kildare Wildlife Rescue Dan Donoher said the primary objective now is to provide the best care for the rehabilitation of the 90 Guillemots and six Razorbills

Tue, 07 May, 2024

dog worrying sheep

Remote-controlled shock collars for cats and dogs to be banned

Owners who currently use these collars will be able to register for an exemption for their dog with the department

Tue, 07 May, 2024

XL bully dog restrictions

ISPCA welcomes awareness campaign to curb dog attacks and improve animal welfare

The animal welfare charity has asked dog owners to keep their animals on a lead when in public places and to respect local bylaws and restrictions

Tue, 23 Apr, 2024

Puppy seized by gardaí following drug exchange 'doing well' in Cork animal charity

Puppy seized by gardaí following drug exchange 'doing well' in Cork animal charity

Volunteers from My Lovely Horse Rescue rushed to the capital after receiving a call from gardaí in Kevin Street about the distressed lurcher pup

Fri, 08 Mar, 2024

Dogs Trust appeals for donations as it reports 45% rise in puppy intake

Dogs Trust appeals for donations as it reports 45% rise in puppy intake

Last year, Dogs Trust cared for 637 mums and puppies, 139 of whom were born at its centre in Dublin

Fri, 08 Mar, 2024

Little piglet with innocent eye.

Pigs kept in 'coffin-like confinement', activists say of undercover investigation

Animal Rebellion Ireland and the National Animal Rights Association conducted an undercover investigation into random pig farms and will share the video at a press conference

Tue, 05 Mar, 2024

West Cork couple complete mission to save dogs abandoned on islands off Hong Kong

West Cork couple complete mission to save dogs abandoned on islands off Hong Kong

A kayaking trip led to an extraordinary effort to neuter and rehome pets in a story that has parallels with the Wes Anderson movie 'Isle of Dogs'

Mon, 04 Mar, 2024

'I lost my husband to cancer, but was determined to keep our Cork animal centre alive'

'I lost my husband to cancer, but was determined to keep our Cork animal centre alive'

When Julie Cronin and her husband John Hannon decided to open a wildlife centre in Cork six years ago, the couple believed it would be a passion project they could enjoy togetherHowever, just two years later in 2019, John was diagnosed with ...

Wed, 21 Feb, 2024