Clare’s County Dog Warden is appealing for the public’s help in tracking down a stray dog, which killed a number of farm animals in East Clare. The brown and white coloured Springer Spaniel gained access to land in Tyreda, Tulla and attacked two lambs. A young boy who was on the land managed to scare […]
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 […]
Clare’s County Dog Warden says stronger legislation is needed around the control of dangerous dog breeds in this country. It comes as 40 additional wardens are due to be hired across the country, as part of new measures, with fines for owners who don’t properly control their dog doubling to up to 5-thousand euro. A […]
The Clare dog pound took in 475 dogs last year. The shelter’s figures were 100 higher than the year before, with 226 dogs surrendered by their owners and 246 picked up as strays. 24 dogs were put to sleep from the shelter due to either health issues or for safety purposes if there was a […]
Clare’s County Dog Warden is warning pet owners to be cautious of what their dogs are eating over the festive period. Many dogs require medical attention every Christmas as they mistake decorations and small toys for edible treats. Materials used in the making of baubles and ornaments, such as anti freeze, are toxic to dogs […]