The dogs and puppes are now being cared for at rescue centres in Longford and Donegal after being rescued last week.
86 dogs and 23 puppies were being kept in dire conditions at an unlicensed dog breeding premises in Co Roscommon.
All of the dogs will need to be vaccinated, neutered and microchipped before being rehomed and a number of them are suffering from a number of health issues.
The dogs, including Shih Tzu’s, Cocker Spaniels, Jack Russell terriers, Pugs, French bulldogs and other various mixed breeds, are currently being cared for at the ISPCA’s animal centres in Longford and Donegal and will not be available for rehoming for several weeks.
Senior ISPCA Inspector Kevin McGinley said: “The ISPCA is grateful to have secured the removal of all dogs from this unlicensed premises. With so many dogs in our care we are appealing to the public to support us financially with this challenge and by offering responsible homes for the pups and dogs. I’d like to take this opportunity to thank Roscommon County Council and the county Dog Warden for their assistance”
The ISPCA are appealing for donations, after taking in over 100 dogs in just three days and are reminding the public that dog breeders are required to be registered and licensed under the Dog Breeding Establishments (DBE) Act 2010 if they have six or more female dogs over the age of six months and capable of breeding.
The ISPCA is asking the public to report their suspicions about unlicensed dog breeders to the ISPCA’s National Animal Cruelty Helpline 1890 515515 or to the local authority.
If you want to support the ISPCA, you can make a donation by visiting ispca.ie or text ISPCA to 50300 to donate €4.
