News - pets
Blanket ban on pets in social housing set to be reviewed
A commitment to review the code of practice applied by local authorities and approved housing bodies was included in the government's new housing plan launched last October.
Jan 25, 2026 08:06
Annual fundraiser for Western Alzheimers to take place in Roscommon
Walkers, runners, buggys and pets are invited to take part on the day.
Dec 25, 2025 13:20
Status yellow high temperature warning takes effect across region
The Department of Agriculture issued a red warning yesterday for extreme risk of gorse and forest fires which runs until Monday.
Jul 12, 2025 12:10
19 people injured in dog attacks locally last year
Nationally, 791 incidents of aggressive behaviour were recorded in 2022, leading to 308 injuries.
Aug 25, 2023 07:40
Public urged to help return beloved family pet to Termonbarry owners
Mashket, which means 'treat' in Polish, is a long haired brown and black cat with green eyes resembling a Maine coon or Norwegian forest cat.
Jun 30, 2023 13:47
Low levels of Dog Fouling enforcement recorded locally
Dog waste can have serious health impacts especially for children
May 23, 2022 13:30
Major local increase in abandoned dogs following end of Covid restrictions
Animal welfare organisations and local authority dog services are being overwhelmed by the numbers being abandoned.
Feb 4, 2022 17:48
Veterinary Council of Ireland urges local vets to take part in next election
Any registered vet or veterinary nurse can be nominated by two other registered colleagues.
Jul 14, 2021 17:38
Council issue warning after algal bloom discovered in Leitrim lake
People are advised to stay away as the bloom can make you very ill
May 15, 2021 10:25
Gardaí call for people to microchip their pets
There has been an increase in dog thefts over the past year.
May 1, 2021 10:26Shannonside Newsletter
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