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Shock and sadness as abandoned dog with huge tumour found in Lisburn is put to sleep
The abandoned dog was found with a large tumour. An “abandoned” Lisburn dog weighed down by a huge tumour has caused shock in the...
Jul 31
Call to end euthanasia of healthy dogs: Robin Swann MP joins Dogs Trust campaign
Ulster Unionist MP Robin Swann Ulster Unionist MP Robin Swann has voiced his strong support for urgent reforms to dog control and welfare...
Jul 23
Muir urges action to boost equine welfare and traceability in Northern Ireland
DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has called on equine establishment operators across Northern Ireland to act now and register their premises,...
Jul 22
From tragedy to triumph: dumped puppies named after golf stars now ready to be rehomed
A heart-breaking discovery in Broughshane last month has turned into a hopeful tale, as a litter of underweight puppies—found tied in a...
Jul 17
Puppies needed in Northern Ireland for ground-breaking canine research
Northern Ireland residents who have recently welcomed a new puppy into their home are being urged to take part in an ambitious and...
Jul 14
Expert advisory group to review dog breeding regulations in Northern Ireland
Minister Muir is pictured with members of the Expert Advisory Group who will review Dog Breeding Regulations in Northern Ireland; (L-R)...
Jul 7
Muir secures Assembly backing to strengthen ban on mutilated pets imports into Northern Ireland
In a move hailed as a “significant step forward” for animal welfare in Northern Ireland, Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs...
Jul 1
Police investigate fatal poisoning of Red Kite in Northern Ireland
Red Kite (Photo credit M.Ruddock) An investigation is underway following the confirmed poisoning of a red kite in County Down, prompting...
Jun 25
Dog ownership battle fails in court as judge rejects Max’s new home bid
Max the dog A Lisburn judge has dismissed the case for a new owner of a suspected Pit Bull dog. Dundonald stray, ‘Max’, has been held at...
Jun 13
Legal wrangle over detained dog Max prompts transparency questions at city council
Max the dog Confidential ‘legal advice’ on a suspect Pit Bull is to be shown to a councillor amid a controversial court case on the...
Jun 8
Minister Muir seeks public views on puppy and kitten sales in Northern Ireland
The Minister for the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA), Andrew Muir , has launched a public consultation...
Jun 2
Court hears claims of ‘doctored’ reports in case of seized puppy dog Max
Dog warden reports on a suspected Pitbull at the centre of a “social media storm” were “doctored”, a court heard on Friday (30th May)....
May 30
Northern Ireland unveils ambitious animal welfare 10-point plan
Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Minister Andrew Muir is pictured on a visit to Dogs Trust Ballymena where he announced the...
May 22
Co Antrim man sentenced for causing severe injuries and suffering to kitten
A 21-year-old County Antrim man has been sentenced following a harrowing case of animal cruelty, in which a kitten sustained such severe...
May 19
Colin Crawford MLA welcomes Assembly motion to strengthen dog welfare protections in Northern Ireland
Ulster Unionist Party MLA for North Antrim, Colin Crawford With Dogs Trust representative outside Stormont Parliament Buildings, Belfast...
May 8
An urgent plea from Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary: "A horrendous month, but we still have hope"
Lyn Friel, founder of Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary, nestled in the heart of Northern Ireland, is...
Mar 18
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