Clare’s County Dog Warden is issuing a renewed warning to owners of restricted breeds. It follows multiple incidents over the Bank Holiday weekend, including in which a man in Kilrush was treated in hospital for hand injuries after an attack from an unleashed bull-dog. Elsewhere at a housing estate in the West Clare town, a […]
Clare’s County Dog Warden is reminding people of the illegality of hunting hare coursing without a licence in light of a recent incident in Clarecastle. The incident, which involved two cars, several vans and a number of lurchers, took place in the region outside the village of Clarecastle known as the Slobs. The lurchers were […]
Farmers and members of the public alike are being urged to report all instances of aggressive dog behaviour in the county. It comes as Clare has recorded the highest total of physical injuries caused by dog attacks nationwide in 2022. Dog Owners are being reminded of their responsibilities when they’re controlling their pets in public […]
Clare’s County Dog Warden is appealing for witnesses to come forward after a cat was shot in Lahinch. The owners went to check on the animal after hearing noises outside and found their pet to thave been injured. County Dog Warden Frankie Coote believes the cat was shot with a shotgun or rifle. He’s appealing […]
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5th June 2021
Clare’s County Dog Warden is advising dog owners here to leave their pets at home if visiting a tourist hotspot this weekend.
Temperatures are expected to reach 20 degrees in the coming days, with many people opting to take dogs with them if going on a trip to the beach or a walking spot.
However, concerns have been raised that dogs can become seriously ill or worse if left in warm cars for any length of time.
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County Dog Warden Frankie Coote says opening a window or leaving water in a car with a dog isn’t enough.