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Case No. 0979Breach of the Animal Health and Welfare Act · Co. Donegal · 19 Sep 2025

Gardaí seize 14 dogs from property in Donegal

Gardaí attached to Glenties Garda Station seized 14 dogs from a property in Donegal on 19 September 2025 following concerns under the Animal Health and Welfare Act. The dogs were found in filthy cramped conditions and are currently receiving veterinary attention. No person has been named or charged in connection with the seizure. Gardaí are liaising with the ISPCA, and the dogs will be handed over to the ISPCA's care once treatment is complete. Investigations remain ongoing.

  1. Reported21 Sep
  2. Arrested
  3. Charged
  4. In court
  5. Verdict
  6. Sentenced
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Key facts

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What happened
Gardaí seized 14 dogs from a property in Donegal.
Where
The seizure was made by officers attached to Glenties Garda Station.
When
The seizure took place on Friday, 19 September 2025.
Cause
The seizure followed concerns under the Animal Health and Welfare Act.
Investigation
Gardaí are liaising with the ISPCA and investigations are ongoing.
Other details
  • The dogs were kept in filthy cramped conditions.
  • All the dogs are receiving veterinary attention and will be handed over to the care of the ISPCA.
9 statements extracted from the articles
  • whatGardaí seized 14 dogs from a property in Donegal. (irishmirror.ie)
  • whereThe seizure was made by officers attached to Glenties Garda Station. (irishmirror.ie)
  • whenThe seizure took place on Friday, 19 September 2025. (irishmirror.ie)
  • causeThe seizure followed concerns under the Animal Health and Welfare Act. (irishmirror.ie)
  • investigationGardaí are liaising with the ISPCA in relation to the matter. (irishmirror.ie)
  • investigationInvestigations are ongoing following the seizure. (irishmirror.ie)
  • otherThe dogs were kept in filthy cramped conditions. (irishmirror.ie)
  • otherAll the dogs are currently receiving necessary veterinary attention. (irishmirror.ie)
  • otherThe dogs will be handed over to the care of the ISPCA. (irishmirror.ie)

The reporting

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  1. 21 Sep2025
    Reportedirishmirror.ie, first report
    Gardaí seize 14 dogs from property in Donegal

    First report of the seizure; investigations ongoing, no charges yet.