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Weekly column - Autumn advice to keep your pets safe - Donegal Animals in Need

Animals In Need (AIN) have issued a warning regarding the suspected poisoning of two cats in the Ballyhaskey area of Newtowncunningham. The laying of poisoned bait of any kind is illegal and a conviction for laying it can lead to a fine of up to €5,...

01 Oct 2022 at 20:00

Local News

Overbreeding of dogs still a major problem in Donegal - Animals in Need

The vast majority of unwanted dogs in Donegal are collies. This has been the case since Animals In Need (AIN) was founded and the charity is currently inundated with collies coming in both from the Letterkenny Pound and being surrendered directly ...

10 Mar 2022 at 20:00

South Donegal

Animals in Need: The Dangers of ‘Free to Good Homes’ adverts

Despite recent clampdowns on ‘free to good homes’ adverts for animals on social media, some are still appearing. There are so many horror stories attributed to these adverts, it really is unwise to give away animals to strangers that respond to ...

27 May 2022 at 15:33

Local News

Donegal's Animals in Need: Happy New Year!

Donegal's Animals In Need (AIN) would like to wish everyone a very Happy New Year! Thank you to everyone who supported the charity throughout 2021, which was a tough year in many ways. Without the continued financial support from public ...

06 Jan 2022 at 19:15

Local News

No kidding! Goat gives gardaí in Donegal a run for their money

Gardaí in Donegal had an unexpected callout on Thursday after a goat was spotted running loose on the road. In a Facebook post for An Garda Síochana, a spokesperson said: "Milford Gardaí thought a caller was kidding about today when ...

20 Jan 2022 at 16:55

Donegal Life

Donegal Animals in Need Column: Kittens being nursed after mother developed septicaemia

Five of Animal in Need's more usual residents, kittens, are being bottle fed after their mother developed septicaemia and is currently fighting for her life in the vets. The kittens are only nine days old and need feeding with ...

30 Apr 2022 at 17:15

Local News

Donegal dog rescued on Christmas Day recovering from surgery

An injured dog rescued by Donegal Animals In Need (AIN) on Christmas Day successfully underwent surgery during the week and is now recovering. The dog, named Dee, was found lying in the road in Inishowen, having been hit by a ...

16 Jan 2022 at 18:27

Pictures & Videos

In Pictures: Treats galore at Salthill Cabin Bake Sale for two local charities

Salthill Cabin in Mountcharles in Mountcharles hosted a bake sale in aid of Inver and Mountcharles Church Funds and Mountcharles Tidy Town Committee. Saturday's event had a feast of treats for people of all ages. Click on ...

18 Feb 2024 at 12:21

Local News

Charity shop appeal to find owner of key found in pocket of a donated coat

The Animals in Need charity shop in Donegal Town is hoping to find the owner of a house key which arrived with a batch of donated items. Volunteers were processing the donated clothes when one of their volunteers found ...

10 Jan 2024 at 14:49

Local News

Donegal dog owners to face increases in on-the-spot fines for roaming dogs

The Department of Rural and Community Development has announced an increase in on-the-spot fines for owners of dogs that are left to wander or are not under their owner’s control. From the 1st December 2023, the ...

16 Nov 2023 at 11:38

Local News

McConalogue announces €115,450 in funding for Donegal animal welfare charities

Three Donegal animal welfare charities have been allocated a total of €115,450 in funding announced by Donegal government minister Charlie McConalogue. Animals in Need Donegal has been awarded €55,200; ISPCA ...

10 Dec 2023 at 10:56

Local News

Motorists asked to keep animals safe on the road this summer - AA reminder

Most of us are welcoming summer and the higher temperatures it can bring, but it’s important to remember that the warmer weather can pose a serious risk for your pets. If you’re planning on bringing them in ...

09 Jul 2022 at 10:33

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