The situation initially came to light when the owner of the animals made contact with Donegal Pet Rescue requesting assistance in rehoming a number of dogs. Eleven dogs were surrendered at this time.
Further investigations by Inspector Kevin McGinley resulted in a further 17 Springer Spaniels being handed over to the ISPCA. Most of the dogs involved were aged between 3 and 6 months. They were living in unsanitary conditions and had not received adequate socialization.
"We believe that ill-health caused failings in the management of the dogs, resulting in unrestricted breeding” said the Inspector McGinley.
“It appears that there was an explosion in the number of dogs in a relatively short period of time and the owners were unable to cope. Thankfully, they sought help before the situation deteriorated further”.
Mr McGinley said the man now has five dogs that he is able to care for, but the ISPCA would carry out regular inspections "just to make sure standards are being kept up".
(ISPCA - Jan 28, 2014)
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