DSPCA issue urgent appeal as shelter reaches full capacity
Nearly 250 animals are currently awaiting adoption in the charity's care.
120 dogs, 63 cats, 43 rabbits, 13 guinea pigs, two snakes and two donkeys are among the animals. Sisters Molly and Beth Kiely. Pic: Brian McEvoy
In 2025 alone, the shelter has received more than 300 surrender requests from people wishing to give their pets a new start.
The DSPCA has launched its Furrever Friends plush toy collection to generate much-needed funds and reinforce the message that adopting an animal should be a well-considered decision.
It features a variety of animals from cats and dogs to rabbits and reptiles. Eliza Griffith, Saoirse Troy and Lena Troy. Pic: Brian McEvoy
Each Furrever Friends comes with an educational leaflet offering guidance on responsible pet adoption and care for each animal.
The toys are designed to showcase that a pet requires care, attention and commitment.
Speaking about the collection, Tanya Clarke, head of dog operations at the DSPCA, said: 'We see a lot of cases of pets being surrendered because families weren't fully prepared or aware of the commitment involved,' Sisters Molly and Beth Kiely with Tanya Clarke, head of dog operations at the DSPCA. Pic: Brian McEvoy
'Our Furrever Friends plush toys provide a way for people, especially children and families, to engage with the idea of pet ownership in a responsible, thoughtful manner before making that big decision', she continued.
Furrever Friendsare now available to purchase.
All proceeds go directly towards the DSPCA's work in rescuing and rehoming animals.
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