#Animals
Cork and Shannon Airports are now designated entry points for pet dogs, cats and ferrets
The three animals are grouped together in EU legislation because those species are susceptible to rabies.
Opinion: If my family pet died I would hold a religious end-of-life ceremony
Pope John Paul II said that ‘animals possess a soul’ and are ‘as near to God as men are,’ writes Diarmuid Pepper.
Toddler killed by leopard in South African national park
The two-year-old boy was the son of a staff member.
Opinion: I always wanted pets but our hairy, howling cat is making my life hell
Are you a 30-something couple with no kids, who are thinking about getting a pet? Well think again, writes Leah Ni Chuinn.
Pigs, chickens ... a pony called Moses. Take a tour of Dublin city's first public urban farm
Based in St. Anne’s Park in Raheny, the farm is free to the public.
Lion kills young worker in US conservation park
Alexandra Black had spent just 10 days as an intern in the facility.
Australia's egg-laying duck-billed platypus population is under threat
A three-year survey of the duck-billed animal suggested its numbers had fallen by 30%.
British tourist dies after contracting rabies from cat bite in Morocco
People travelling to rabies-affected countries are being reminded to avoid contact with animals.
Cat climbed into car engine in Dublin and ended up in Offaly
The DSPCA is looking to locate the cat’s owner.
'Extremely unusual' cat deaths spark warning about dangers of antifreeze
The survival rate for cats affected by antifreeze poisoning is less than 5%.
'A complete disaster': Eight out of 14 endangered rhinos die after moving to a new park
The loss of so many in one go is unprecedented – an investigation has been launched.
Ice pops and mud baths: Keeping Dublin Zoo's residents cool in the heatwave
Lounging by the pool is an activity all mammals seem to enjoy.
Animals are becoming more active at night to avoid humans
This could have an impact on their fitness and reproduction levels.
German zoo finds missing lions, tigers and jaguar hiding in their enclosures
A bear which had broken free from its enclosure was however shot dead.
'Virtual safe space' aims to help identify threats facing bumblebees
The free tool provides a computer simulation of how colonies will develop.
Traumatised bears and wolves find solace at Greek sanctuary
Bear dancing — forcibly taught to the animals by making them walk on hot coals — is a practice that still survives in the Balkans.
Council forced to spend €7,000 to dispose of animal carcasses dumped off Clare cliffs
A court heard that the State authorities carried out a painstaking investigation to identify the remains.
Over 600 cats and dogs rehomed by ISPCA following closure of research facility
The charity is still seeking homes for nine beagle dogs and fifteen cats.
US airlines are tightening the leash on 'emotional support animals'
Earlier this week, an airline turned away a peacock, because of health and safety concerns.
186 people have asked to surrender their dogs to Dogs Trust since Christmas
PJ was dropped outside the centre by his owner.
Three monkeys staged an escape from their enclosure in Dublin Zoo during Storm Ophelia
The monkeys jumped 20 feet from a climbing frame in their habitat before running riot in the zoo grounds.
'Unfortunately, death is inevitable': Tayto Park releases animal mortality figures after media pressure
It said 30 of its animals had died in 2016.
Limerick teenagers threw baby rabbit towards a river and let their dogs attack it
Limerick Animal Welfare is currently caring for the rabbit.
'Sheer neglect': ISPCA investigating donkey found with 'horrific head injuries'
Meanwhile, Action For Animal Welfare Ireland has posted images of a severely neglected horse on its Facebook page.
People advised to 'do their homework' before buying pets online
A pet advisory group has said that there’s increased interest in how to buy pets in the run up to Christmas.
At 185 years old, 'the world's oldest land animal' is about to get a lot busier
A new flight to the Atlantic island of St. Helena means Jonathan should expect some visitors.
'Bloodbath': Over 100 reindeer killed by Norwegian freight trains
“It’s a senseless animal tragedy…a psychological nightmare.”
'Breathtaking hypocrisy': Calls to ban hare coursing in light of animal ban in circuses
Wild animals will be banned in circuses from 1 January 2018. Hare coursing remains legal.
The use of wild animals will be banned in Irish circuses from January 2018
“The use of wild animals for entertainment purposes in circuses can no longer be permitted.”
'Maternity leave' compensation system could help increase elephant population
New research shows how the increase in elephants’ workloads has affected their reproduction.
Check out these incredible images from Nat Geo's nature photography contest
The competition is accepting entries in four categories: wildlife, landscapes, underwater and aerials.
Half-starved lion cub found 'wasting away' in abandoned Paris apartment
Police began hunting for the cub after noticing selfies on social media of a man and the cub.
Two rare and magnificent white giraffes have been spotted in Kenya
The giraffes have a condition known as leucism.
All 28 rescued Jack Russell terriers have found homes thanks to the ISPCA
The dogs are currently at the National Animal Centre in Longford pending housing.
Photos: The ISPCA is appealing for homes for 28 Jack Russell terriers
The dogs are currently being cared for at the National Animal Centre in Longford.
Appeal for information after dog is shot in neck in Dublin
The DSPCA’s veterinary team said Victoria is “very lucky” to be alive.
First-ever litter of Asian lion cubs born at Fota Wildlife Park
Asian lions are endangered as there are only about 500 individuals remaining in the wild.
Prisoners care for animals, including snake addicted to meth, as part of rehab programme
Officials say the scheme helps develop life skills for inmates preparing for the outside world.
'Why don't they volunteer themselves?': Trinity College criticised over animal testing
A total of 3,000 rats and 21,000 mice were used in Trinity College Dublin in 2016 alone.
Ireland's restricted dog-breed list looks like it's here to stay
The government says it has no plans to change the laws.
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