“These dogs have one purpose, it’s sad but it’s true. They are there to make puppies – just for you.” Dogs Trust Ireland has released a chilling advert about the illegal advertising and selling of puppies. The animated advert tells the story of dogs who are kept in kennels and are used purely to breed […]

5 years ago

Look at their little faces. The Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals are looking for homes for three little puppers after they recently responded to a call from a concerned citizen when they heard whimpering coming from their garden, just outside the village of Ballymore in Westmeath. Upon arrival, they discovered three three […]

7 years ago

Judge James McCourt called it “an appalling crime.” James Kavanagh and Jenny Kavanagh of Raheenleigh, Myshall, Co Carlow had pleaded guilty in October 2018 to 30 charges each having initially faced a total of 252 charges. The Carlow couple were convicted of 60 offences, including including causing or permitting animal cruelty and failing to protect the […]

7 years ago

The dream. Scottish company Brewdog has introduced ‘puppy leave’ for new dog owners and yes, this time off is paid. It doesn’t stop there either for the company encourages employees to bring their dogs to work once the leave has finished up. Brewdog is based in Aberdeenshire and there are currently 50 ‘office dogs’ just […]

9 years ago