Animal cruelty

A COMPREHENSIVE SERIES OF ARTICLES ON THIS TOPIC

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

4/8/2018. Dublin Zoo Senes
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

Derby Festival 2023 - Derby Day - Epsom Downs Racecourse
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

CC COVID-19 SCENES
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

Robert Nugent FCourts2
‘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

Robert Nugent FCourts3
‘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

Gardaí investigate reports of cruelty towards dogs and a horse near centre of Killarney
Gardaí investigate reports of cruelty towards dogs and a horse near centre of Killarney
A post-mortem examination is being carried out on a horse that was discovered in a green area

Fri, 26 Jan, 2024

Vermin in rented homes
More than 90,000 animals used for testing in Irish labs last year
Animal rights groups call for alternative ways to test products, which cause 'severe suffering' in animals

Tue, 23 Jan, 2024

Court papers state woman involved in greyhound racing was banned from dealing with dogs
Court papers state woman involved in greyhound racing was banned from dealing with dogs
A Tipperary woman was told by a judge that she could not have an interest of any sort in any dogs for 10 years, but continued to race greyhounds who had been placed in the care of other trainers.

Tue, 16 Jan, 2024

Tipperary woman banned from dog ownership raced greyhounds after court ruling 
Tipperary woman banned from dog ownership raced greyhounds after court ruling 
Greyhound Racing Ireland's official records show that despite the 10-year ban, Michelle Connolly subsequently owned and raced greyhounds at Irish race meets for ten months following a court judgement

Thu, 11 Jan, 2024

Four-week-old puppies found inside plastic bag among DogsTrust cases last year 
Four-week-old puppies found inside plastic bag among DogsTrust cases last year 
The animal welfare charity received a “record number” of surrender requests in 2023, with fears these numbers will continue to rise in the new year

Mon, 08 Jan, 2024

'They don’t deserve to be treated like that': The rescue centre saving sick and neglected animals
'They don’t deserve to be treated like that': The rescue centre saving sick and neglected animals
My Lovely Horse witnesses daily the cruelty to and neglect of dogs, horses and other animals. Founder Martina Kenny tells Liz Dunphy about the charity's work

Thu, 04 Jan, 2024

Animal cruelty and welfare concerns at 'unprecedented levels', charity warns
Animal cruelty and welfare concerns at 'unprecedented levels', charity warns
ISPCA has seen a 49.3% increase in dogs surrendered due to animal welfare concerns between January and the end of November last year

Thu, 04 Jan, 2024

'Compelling evidence' of neglect at Cork puppy farm left judge to uphold closure order
'Compelling evidence' of neglect at Cork puppy farm left judge to uphold closure order
Anne Broderick gave tearful evidence in Mallow District Court, saying that she ‘loved her dogs and her dogs loved her’ 

Wed, 06 Dec, 2023

'Someone will die' without crackdown on sulky races 
'Someone will die' without crackdown on sulky races 
John O’Callaghan of Dog Advocacy Ireland said that the races pose a risk to both human and animal welfare

Mon, 20 Nov, 2023

Elderly dogs thrown from moving car among those saved by Dogs Trust in 2023 
Elderly dogs thrown from moving car among those saved by Dogs Trust in 2023 
Elderly dogs who were thrown from a moving vehicle, and a litter of seven abandoned puppies were among the dogs rescued by Dogs Trust so far in 2023. The charity has said they have received a record number of surrender requests this year.

Mon, 06 Nov, 2023

Latest

Mick Clifford
Mick Clifford

News

Most Read

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited