A report published by the Department of Agriculture, however, shows there was a decline in both physical attacks by dogs on humans as well as reports of aggressive behaviour last year.

Anthony Costello, 45, of Church Road, Swords, received a four-month sentence, suspended for two years, for neglecting and causing suffering to six dogs last year.

With more than 200 people playing and training on the pitch, players were constantly stepping in the mess left behind by dogs.

Dogs Trust recommends walking dogs in the cooler times of the day such as early morning or later in the evening when temperatures are not as high.

Veronica Maher (54) said her four beloved restricted breed pets were all she had to remember her late husband

Animal Welfare charity The Irish Blue Cross is alerting dog owners to the "serious seasonal hazard" of grass seeds

The organisation said that it is essential for owners to keep pets cool and safe, as heatstroke is a life-threatening condition that can develop if an animal becomes too hot.

Michael O’Reilly of Cois Maigh, Mogeely, Castlemartyr, Co Cork was convicted in May 2024 when he pleaded guilty to seven charges

The DSPCA said another reason for lower adoption rates for black animals is that they are harder to photograph, making them less likely to stand out in a shelter environment or on social media.

A recent survey by the charity showed over one in 10 people have considered giving up their dog.

The number of dogs between six and 24 months in the shelter has increased by 120 per cent in the last year.

Gardaí have confirmed that a trend of XL Bully dogs being abandoned countrywide is appearing

A man and woman were taken to Cork University Hospital to be treated for injuries after the attack

Roy Keane paid tribute to his "beautiful and loyal" dog Jet after his family pet died

Dogs Trust Ireland is urgently seeking foster homes for some of the adult dogs in their care, especially those who need surgery and require home environments to recuperate in

A Tipperary-based dog rescue has been forced to shut its doors to new entrants because it is unable to accept any more

O’Grady died in March last year.

The operation was supported by armed gardaí, the Garda air support unit, stolen motor vehicle unit, dog unit, and Carlow gardaí.

Two puppies found abandoned in a plastic bag in Dublin are now in the care of Dogs Trust Ireland.