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# ispca - Thursday 27 February, 2020
ISPCA rescue pony left tied to electricity pole and 'eating mud to survive'
The animal rescue is trying to trace the owner.
# ispca - Tuesday 7 January, 2020
'Heartbreaking': Eight dogs rescued from 'appalling' living conditions in Cork
The dogs had to be sedated before they could be treated or groomed.
# ispca - Friday 29 November, 2019
'A pitiful state': Man fined €800 after dog and puppies found underweight and infested with fleas
All of the dogs made full recoveries.
# ispca - Monday 11 November, 2019
'It's absolutely shocking': Young dog with severe injuries found chained to gate
The animal was found in a critical condition by ISPCA staff.
# ispca - Wednesday 6 November, 2019
ISPCA rescues six nursing puppies after mother is found chained to gate in Co Roscommon
The discovery was made by a member of the public.
# ispca - Monday 28 October, 2019
Are you a pet owner? Here's some advice on keeping them safe and content this Halloween
With lots of loud noises going off, many people will be keeping a closer eye on their dogs and other pets.
# ispca - Friday 4 October, 2019
The ISPCA is appealing for homes for 3 puppies abandoned in Co Westmeath garden
Tomás, Fifi and Liam are currently at the ISPCA’s National Animal Centre.
# ispca - Saturday 17 August, 2019
ISPCA seize six Jack Russell puppies with docked tails
All of the six puppies have been deemed healthy and have been rehomed.
# ispca - Wednesday 31 July, 2019
ISPCA appeals for help in rehoming 91 cats being cared for around the country
An inspector recently removed ten kittens from a property in Wicklow where the cats were breeding out of control.
# ispca - Tuesday 25 June, 2019
Salamanders and toad illegally posted to Ireland from Spain
The ISPCA has called for tougher regulations around the selling of exotic animals as pets.
# ispca - Wednesday 5 June, 2019
Snake that was rescued after being abandoned in the Wicklow Mountains last month has died
The five-foot-long snake was found to be underweight, dehydrated and injured in the Wicklow Mountains late last month.
# ispca - Thursday 28 March, 2019
'It was really touch and go': Eight-week-old pup given life saving surgery following public donations
“We realised we were dealing with a very life threatening condition.”
# ispca - Friday 22 February, 2019
'Harrowing conditions': Man jailed for three years and banned from owning dogs or horses for life
Dead animals were scattered around the farmer’s property, some of which were used to feed the dogs.
# ispca - Saturday 19 January, 2019
We're in for some wintry weather over the weekend, here's how to keep your pet safe and happy
Met Éireann has forecasted freezing temperatures for the coming days.
# ispca - Wednesday 5 December, 2018
Puppies found among discarded rubbish rescued after passerby heard their cries
The two puppies, Shannon and Saoirse, are recuperating in the ISPCA’s care.
# ispca - Thursday 22 November, 2018
'They deserve a second chance': ISPCA appeals for new homes for nine rescued Terrier dogs
The dogs were discovered by the ISPCA living in unsuitable conditions where their welfare was compromised.
# ispca - Sunday 28 October, 2018
Everything you need to know to keep yourself, your kids and your pets safe this Halloween
Emergency services do not want to see a repeat of Halloween-related injuries they have seen in previous years.
# ispca - Wednesday 26 September, 2018
'Social and friendly': Penelope the Python is looking for a new home
The Python was first spotted by a member of the public in Kinlough Park “sunning herself on the side of a trail” in July.
# ispca - Friday 21 September, 2018
Farmer found guilty after almost 40 dogs chained and neglected on property
The man received a fine of €1,150.
# ispca - Wednesday 8 August, 2018
ISPCA rescues 86 dogs and puppies from illegal dog breeder
Over 100 dogs and puppies were rescued by the ISPCA over a three day period.
# ispca - Friday 15 June, 2018
ISPCA inspector finds 44 cats at Meath house after report from member of public
The ISPCA said the property originally housed three cats but they were allowed to ‘breed uncontrollably’.
# ispca - Thursday 24 May, 2018
ISPCA find Albert the snake who snuck out of his cage and went wandering around Tipperary
Albert is currently quarantined to monitor for diseases
# ispca - Friday 4 May, 2018
27 dogs found in van at Scottish ferry port returned to Ireland
The dogs and puppies are now in the care of the ISPCA.
# ispca - Wednesday 7 March, 2018
Over 1,200 vulnerable animals were seized by the ISPCA last year
There were 16,211 calls were made to the ISPCA’s helpline last year.
# ispca - Tuesday 13 February, 2018
Over 600 cats and dogs rehomed by ISPCA following closure of research facility
The charity is still seeking homes for nine beagle dogs and fifteen cats.
# ispca - Sunday 4 February, 2018
'If you have to use a shock collar, you don't know how to train a dog - end of story'
There are calls for the Ireland to follow Scotland in banning the use of the canine training devices.
# ispca - Friday 22 December, 2017
Donegal man admits illegally removing the dew claws from a St Bernard puppy
He gave €250 to the ISPCA after a court case.
# ispca - Thursday 21 December, 2017
Donegal woman who didn't feed her dog banned from keeping animals for five years
The dog was found tied up at the back of the woman’s home next to a dilapidated dog kennel.
# ispca - Wednesday 6 December, 2017
ISPCA urging public to come and rehome cats who were used at research facilities
So far this year, 351 cats and kittens have been responsibly rehomed from the centre in Longford.
# ispca - Wednesday 29 November, 2017
Photos: Seven puppies rescued after being smuggled from Ireland into Wales
The puppies were found in the boot of a car.
# ispca - Monday 11 September, 2017
All 28 rescued Jack Russell terriers have found homes thanks to the ISPCA
The dogs are currently at the National Animal Centre in Longford pending housing.
# ispca - Friday 8 September, 2017
Photos: The ISPCA is appealing for homes for 28 Jack Russell terriers
The dogs are currently being cared for at the National Animal Centre in Longford.
# ispca - Wednesday 6 September, 2017
'A longer ban would have been more appropriate'
The ISPCA have released a statement in relation to Davy Russell’s ban for striking a horse.
# ispca - Thursday 8 June, 2017
Tipperary man admits to neglecting old bull terrier who had to be put down
The aged Staffordshire bull terrier was found to be “extremely thin and malnourished” and was put down.
# ispca - Tuesday 23 May, 2017
Seven dogs had to be put down after being found in 'deplorable' conditions
The animals’ former owner was barred from owning any dogs.
# ispca - Friday 5 May, 2017
Poll: Should children be taught how to care for animals in school?
The ISPCA says it would help to reduce the number of animal welfare cases in the future.
# ispca - Tuesday 28 March, 2017
'Hungry, thirsty, filthy': Woman fined €2,500 after dogs discovered in horrendous conditions
One of the dogs was missing all but two of his teeth.
# ispca - Sunday 12 March, 2017
Puppies found covered in urine and faeces with no access to food or water
The ISPCA has received over 53,000 calls in the past three years.
# ispca - Tuesday 7 March, 2017
In photos: ISPCA report reveals cases of starving dogs and ponies in filthy conditions with no water
In 2016 inspectors initiated 32 prosecutions and saw 15 finalised in court.
# ispca - Friday 3 February, 2017
Man who hoped his dog would get better without treatment convicted of animal cruelty
The man was in denial and hoped his pet would recover.
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COUNTING IN THE Seanad general election will begin today despite the Covid-19 public health emergency.
Postal voting in the election closes today at 11am for the 43 seats on the five vocational panels and tomorrow at 11am for the six seats on the university panels.
There are 118 candidates seeking election to the vocational panels.
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Conor Casey of Trinity College says a challenge to the new legislation would be unlikely to succeed.
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