Dog Control

Micro-chipping

Micro-chipping is a simple way to make sure your dog can be identified if it is separated from you.

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General Information for Dog Owners

Under the Control of Dogs Act, 1986, all local authorities are responsible for the control of dogs. Local authorities have the power to appoint dog wardens, provide dog shelters, seize dogs, impose on-the-spot fines and take court proceedings against owners

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Dog Fouling

Under Section 22 (of the Litter Pollution Act, 1997) , it is not an offence to allow a dog under your control to foul in a public place, however it is an offence to let your dog foul and fail to remove and dispose of the foul subsequently.

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How to make a control of dogs complaint

When making a dog related complaint, please provide the following details:

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Dog Breeding Establishments

Information on Dog Breeding Establishments and the Register of Dog Breeding Establishments in Offaly.

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Barking Dogs

How to deal with excessive noise due to a barking dog.

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Dog control during lambing season

Ministers Humphreys and McConalogue highlight the responsibilities of dog owners this lambing season

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Home quarantine requirements to pet owners from Ukraine

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Dog Shelter Notice August 2022

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Dog Pound

Offaly Dog Pound is always looking for suitable homes for stray or unwanted dogs. Please contact the Dog Pound on (057) 9351181 for information on dogs currently seeking a home. The Dog Warden may pick up dogs that are in a public place and are not accompanied by their owner or a responsible person.Dogs that are not under proper control may also be seized by the dog warden and the Gardaí and brought to the dog pound.

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