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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 car. The Gardaí who ...

16 Jan 2022 at 18:33

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 they called ...

20 Jan 2022 at 17:33

Local News

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 ...

01 Oct 2022 at 20:33

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 ...

27 May 2022 at 16:33

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 owners of loose dogs are ...

16 Nov 2023 at 12:33

Donegal Live

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 ...

10 Mar 2022 at 20:33

Local News

Dog rehoming at a standstill and surge in kitten arrivals - Animals in Need

Living a hard life on the streets takes its toll on a homeless cat, especially when they are pregnant. One such cat is Phoebe, a young black stray cat who was born last summer but then found herself with five kittens. ...

16 May 2024 at 10:35

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. ...

18 Feb 2024 at 12:33

Features

Busy Start to the Year for Animals in Need Volunteers

The New Year has started with a bang for Animals In Need’s (AIN) cat rescuers. No sooner had the year began than AIN had to take in two cats that were both surrendered by their owners. But then on Friday, AIN ...

14 Jan 2024 at 19:33

Local News

Time for Community Cats Neutering Programmes says Donegal Animals in Need

With Spring in the air, this is the perfect time to neuter any stray or feral cats in your area. Animals In Need (AIN) is contacted with requests for help with feral and stray cats on a daily basis. ...

23 Feb 2023 at 12:33

Newsletter DonegalLive

The Highs and Lows of Animal Rescue - Donegal Animals in Need

Animals In Need (AIN) are always looking for new fosterers for the hundreds of cats and dogs that they rescue each year. Fosterers look after the animals in their own homes and all the cat or dog’s ...

09 Jul 2022 at 18:33

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 ...

09 Jul 2022 at 11:33

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