Dogs
Amy Forde on 03 Apr 2021
Dog control unit seeks to move to Agriculture House
Dog control is currently the responsibility of the Department of Community and Rural Affairs.
Hannah Quinn-Mulligan on 27 Mar 2021
IFA calls for ‘get tough’ Scottish model on dog attacks
The IFA says that current measures to control dogs in Ireland aren’t being carried out.
Niall Hurson on 21 Mar 2021
14% of rescued dogs in 2020 were sheepdog breeds
For the second year running, the most common reason for surrendering a dog was the person being unable to manage their pet’s behaviour.
Peter Thomas Keaveney on 17 Mar 2021
Ireland’s first water leak detection dog gets to work in Roscommon
Peter Thomas Keaveney travelled to Roscommon to catch up with Enda and the team at Anubis Detection, the first in Ireland to have trained a Springer Spaniel dog for detecting underground water leaks.
The Dealer on 17 Mar 2021
Bonzo the dog brought back
The TV ad from the 1980s 'Bonzo wants to go out' has been resurrected to remind dog owners about the dangers of their dogs when it comes to sheep.
Katriona Kinsella on 14 Mar 2021
Kerry Macra hosts night at the dogs
Have the craic and win prizes at Kerry Macra’s virtual night at the dogs.
Barry Cassidy on 11 Mar 2021
Watch: iconic dog attack video re-released as fresh warning
Pet owners have been reminded that they are responsible for ensuring that their dogs are under control at all times as dog attacks continue to occur.
Barry Cassidy on 01 Mar 2021
Dog walkers reminded of IFA ban on using farmland
Farmers have fixed “No Dogs Allowed” posters to farm gates as part of an IFA campaign to ban dog walkers from farmland and prevent attacks on sheep.
Pat O'Toole on 24 Feb 2021
Dog walking ban a sign of farmers losing patience
The ban farmers have introduced on dogs and their owners entering farmland is just one example of the pressure points that exist.
Niall Hurson on 24 Feb 2021
Wicklow farmers warn of ‘total lack of regard for livestock’
The IFA has called for increased investment in dog control units in response to recent attacks.
Niall Hurson on 24 Feb 2021
Calls for ministerial action on sheep worrying
Wicklow Cheviot Sheep Owners Association blames continued attacks on inaction of the Government to address the issue.
Niall Hurson on 15 Feb 2021
Dog shot after attack on 30 in-lamb ewes in Armagh
The south Armagh sheep farmer claims that the same dog killed six of his breeding rams during a separate attack in 2020.
Niall Hurson on 12 Feb 2021
Farmers exposed to heavy losses due to inaction on dog control - INHFA
The INHFA has called for an annual media campaign to coincide with a dog licensing drive.
Peter McCann on 10 Feb 2021
UFU opposes fox hunting ban
Proposals to ban fox hunting in Northern Ireland have been brought forward by Alliance Party MLA John Blair.
Niall Hurson on 10 Feb 2021
Dog walkers refused access to farms under IFA-led ban
As part of the IFA campaign, farmers will be putting up ‘No Dogs Allowed’ posters on farm gates across the country.
Katriona Kinsella on 10 Feb 2021
Welsh sheepdog sold for €30,000 shatters world record price
An 11 month-old Welsh bred sheepdog achieved the new world record price at an online sale held by Farmers Marts on 3 February.
Niall Hurson on 09 Feb 2021
Unnecessary to ban hunting dogs from accessing farmland - NARGC
The NARGC has said it recognises the difficulties sheep farmers are currently facing and acknowledges the need for a ban on dog walkers.
Niall Hurson on 09 Feb 2021
Wicklow dog rescue an example of walkers putting livestock at risk - IFA
The IFA has repeated calls on the Government to provide further resources for microchipping and an adequate dog warden service.
Niall Hurson on 08 Feb 2021
Dog walkers to be refused access to farmland under nationwide ban
As part of the IFA campaign, farmers will be putting up ‘No Dogs Allowed’ posters on farm gates across the country.
Niall Hurson on 06 Feb 2021
Sheep worrying: ‘dog owner nearly drove over the top of me during getaway’
The Louth sheep farmer phoned the gardaí while still with the walkers, reporting the sheep worrying which had taken place.