Animals can’t ask for help — but you can. Here’s everything you need to know when a situation calls for action, big or small.
Contact Numbers
Dog Wardens
Tipperary
http://www.tipperarycoco.ie 0818-06-5000
Offaly
http://www.offaly.ie/eng/ (057) 935 1181
Laois
ISPCA Pound ISPCA Dog Shelter, The Red House, Ballacolla, Co. Laois, R32 WR62
057 8734067 (Mobile: 086 2556298)
laois@ispca.ie
Emergency Numbers
ISPCA National – 0818 515 515
Gardaí – 999 or 112
Irish Wildlife Trust – 01 860 2839
Department of Agriculture (DAFM)
Animal Welfare Hotline – 01 607 2379
Farm animals and equines – 0761 064 408
Local Vets
Roscrea
Fitzgerald Veterinary Centre Roscrea – (0505) 21371
Damer Veterinary Clinic Roscrea – (0505) 23200
Fuller’s Veterinary Clinic Roscrea- (0505) 22576
Nenagh
A Country Practice Veterinary Clinic Nenagh – (067) 33725
Summerhill Veterinary Clinic Nenagh – (067) 31248
Gortlandroe Veterinary Clinic Nenagh – (067) 31016
Templemore veterinay center – (0504) 32211
Thurles
Thurles Veterinary Clinic – (0504) 67824
Brittas Veterinary Hospital Thurles – (0504) 24401
Spa View Veterinary Clinic, Thurles – (0504) 23399
Birr
Glebe Veterinary Clinic Birr – (057) 912 3680
Birr Veterinary Clinic – (057) 912 0071
Rathdowney
Erkina Veterinary Clinic Rathdowney – (0505) 46449
Rathdowney veterinary centre – (0505) 46336
Strays
Who do I contact if I find a stray
Stay calm and keep your distance. Approach slowly and quietly — a frightened animal may scratch or bite even if normally friendly.
Check for ID. If it’s safe to do so, look for a collar or tag with owner contact details.
Contain the animal safely. Use a box, carrier, or secure space. Never leave them on a busy road or in danger.
Take them to a vet clinic. They can scan for a microchip and help reunite them with their owner.
Post on local groups. Share on local community pages or lost and found pet groups on social media to reach their owner quickly.
Contact the local dog warden for the area where the animal had been found.
Tip: Don’t assume a stray is abandoned — many animals get lost and an owner may be desperately searching nearby.
Who do I contact if my dog strays
Act immediately. The first 24 hours are the most critical. Start searching locally straight away.
Contact local vets and shelters. Report your pet as missing and provide a recent photo and description.
Post everywhere – Social media – community groups, and local rescue pages. A clear photo goes a long way.
Put up flyers. Cover a wide radius around where they went missing — include your number and a recent photo.
Leave familiar scents out. Your worn clothing or your pet’s bedding near your home can help guide them back.
Log into microchip register and mark your pet as lost/stolen
Tip: Ensure your pet’s microchip details are up to date — this is often the fastest way for a vet or shelter to trace you.
Who do I contact if i find injured wildlife
Kildare Wildlife Rescue – info@kwr.ie (with a photo or short video, your name, location, and phone number)
Irish Wildlife Trust – (01) 969 2039
National Parks and Wildlife Service – (064) 662 7300
The Hogsprickle, hedgehog rescue – 086 8624511
Suspect neglect or abuse?
Neglect or Abuse
Do not intervene directly. Confronting an abuser can be dangerous and may put you and the animal at greater risk.
Document what you see. Note dates, times, locations, and descriptions. Photos or video (taken safely) can be vital evidence.
Report to the Gardaí. Contact your local council, animal welfare inspector, or the ISPCA on https://nspca.ie/report-cruelty/
Remember: Reporting is not an overreaction — it could save a life. You can report anonymously in many cases.
Disclaimer
Please note: the contact details listed on this page have been sourced from publicly available information online. While we do our best to keep this information accurate and up to date, we cannot guarantee that all details are current. We recommend verifying contact information directly with the relevant organisation before reaching out, particularly in urgent or emergency situations.