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2011 News / Events
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12/11/11 - Contacting Us
It has been brought to our attention that some of our past members are still receiving calls from members of the public looking for help so we would just like to remind you that the only welfare number for contacting us on is Sheena’s - 0871315904.
Whilst we understand the frustrations people feel when Sheena cannot answer her phone and they are in need of advise or assistance we ask that you please try to be patient as it is not possible to be in a position to answer every single call.
Please do not ring Kate Browne or Sarah Mortimer as they both ‘retired’ from Clare Animal Welfare earlier this year having both given over 10yrs each to the rescue. We know you, like us, will wish them well as they resume living their own lives in peace & happiness with their families & friends.
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12/11/11 - Thanks To Cappahard Residents Association
We would like to say a huge thank you to the Cappahard Residents Association who held a Table Quiz at The Grove Bar in Roslevan, Ennis in aid of us last night (Friday 11-11-11).
Unfortunately we could not attend the event ourselves due to work commitments but we were there in spirit and hope that a good night was had by all who attended :)
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11/11/11 - Prize Draw Update
We would like to say thank you to those who have already filled some of our draw cards and keep up the good work to those of you who are still busy selling lines on behalf of our animals :) Still plenty of time for anyone who has not requested a card yet to contact us ...
Prizes confirmed to date are :- 7” Android Tablet, A place on the only Irish Veterinary Council Certified Canine First Aid Course, A Limited Edition Wildlife Print, Painting of Horses, 2 x Dinner Vouchers, Voucher for the Swiss Flower Shop, Voucher for Curvy Fillies, Voucher for McGrath’s Saddlery, Bottle of Hennessy, etc
Of Course We Would Also Like To Say Thanks To All Those Who Have Donated These Prizes As Without Them It Would Not Be Much Of A “Prize Draw” ;)
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10/10/11 - Clare Animal Welfare Prize Draw
Our garda permit has arrived so we can now commence sending out our draw cards ...
€2.00 a line & 25 lines to sell on each card
50% of the proceeds will go towards our cats & dogs and the remaining 50% will be used to buy hay for horses
We are still collecting the prizes but so far we have a 7” Android Tablet, a limited edition wildlife print and vouchers for various places
So will you take a card to sell ?? Email your name & address to sheena@clareanimalwelfare.net or text them to 0871315904
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28/07/11 - “That’s All For Now Folks”
As the saying goes - “All Good Things Must Come To An End” - we have stretched ourselves beyond our means and so we are no longer in a position to take in any animals or offer any financial assistance towards medical costs.
Any financial donations we receive from here on in will firstly be used to clear our outstanding veterinary and feed bills. After they have all been dealt with only then will we know if there is to be any future for Clare Animal Welfare.
We still have some lovely greyhounds and lurchers in our care who are looking for loving homes - contact Sheena on 0871315904 or email her at sheena@clareanimalwelfare.net if you would like more information on them.
Once we know where we stand financially we will update our site and our Facebook page.
As has always been the case every donation, no matter how small, you can give us adds up
Donations can be sent to -
Clare Animal Welfare, Ahish, Ballinruan, Crusheen, Co Clare
Our paypal account is not currently working but should you wish you could donate through paypal by sending your donation to
armargos@eircom.net stating that it is for Clare Animal Welfare.
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22/04/11 - Update to our Press Release of the 20th of April
Having just received a phone call in relation to the article that the Clare Champion have in this weeks issue (which I don't actually have nor was I aware our statement had been included in this weeks issue) I/we would like to clarify that we did not mention the Clare Dog Pound or PTS percentages in our Press Release - clearly the writer of the article did so off his/her own initiative.Clare Animal Welfare is fully aware of how hard Clare Dog Warden, Mr Frankie Coote, works to find homes and/or rescue spaces for as many of the dogs as he can which are available/suitable for rehoming. It was NEVER our intention for our press release to put a negative slant on the Clare Pound or any of the staff/volunteers who work there. What the public need to realise is that when a dog is surrendered by their owner to a pound and they have ordered that their dog be PTS then that dog becomes part of a pound's PTS statistics as do the dogs that have attacked people or livestock and dogs who are very sick, etc that owners can't afford to bring to a vet to have PTS themselves.I, Sheena, would like to take this opportunity to apologise to Frankie and his staff for any confusion and/or upset caused by the said article as the only intention behind the Press Release issued on Wednesday was to assure our supporters that the comments made by Mr Noel Griffin, the ISPCA CEO, should not to be taken as a reflection on the work carried out by us, Clare Animal Welfare.As has been previously stated by us over the past few years the PTS figures at Clare’s Dog Pound are a problem that we, the people of Co Clare, create not Frankie or his staff. -----------------------
Clare Animal Welfare Limited Press Release 20th April 2011
In light of two articles which were published in The Sunday Times on the 17th of April and The Irish Independent on the 18th of April last we, Clare Animal Welfare Limited, felt it was imperative at this time to dispel any concerns that people may have and we wish to reassure our friends and supporters that any of the dogs we have sent to rescues in the UK have been transported humanely in line with current Transport of Animals Regulations and that all the rescues we deal with both here in Ireland and further afield are legitimate, well run organisations who like ourselves never put a healthy rehomeable animal to sleep and always spay/neuter, vaccinate, microchip & home-check prior to rehoming.
We have received many phone calls from concerned people since Monday and we can confirm that we have spoken with the Mr Noel Griffin, ISPCA CEO, who was quoted in the aforementioned articles and he has stated that he was in no way intending to cast any aspersions on the work we do and/or our ethos. He went on to say it was through hardworking groups like ourselves coming together and working on a par with the ISPCA in areas of legislation, standards, etc that a better way forward for the animals of the country would be achieved.
We have been involved in the rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming of animals for over a decade and during this time all of our records have been checked on an annual basis by the Clare Department Vet and/or the Department of Agriculture, the results of which have never highlighted any areas of concern.
Over the past two years we have seen a huge increase in calls relating to horses and companion animals who are suffering as a result of Ireland’s economic crisis, together with the continued practise of over-breeding, and through assisting these additional animals an enormous pressure was/has been put on our finances. Unfortunately, due to this, Clare Animal Welfare Limited had to withdraw their financial assistance to the public with the costs of spaying/neutering their pet(s) in December of 2010 and as of the end of this month we will only be in a position to assist with absolute emergencies until more funds can be generated.
Without the help of our supporters we will not be able to continue our work and whereby we are fully aware of the financial burdens affecting so many people at this time we would greatly appreciate your support no matter how small it may be. Perhaps you might have some time on your hands and could organise a fundraising event on our behalf or should you prefer you could choose to send money direct to our vet, Ballyhugh Veterinary Clinic in Gort, stating that you would like it to be credited to our account. Naturally we also accept donations of food for dogs, cats and/or horses, maybe you or someone you know has hay or haylage you/they might like to donate??
Anything you feel you can offer that would enable us to continue helping the animals in need of our assistance would be very gratefully accepted. For further information you can check out our website – http://www.clareanimalwelfare.net or email sheena@clareanimalwelfare.net or ring Sheena on 0871315904
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12-2-11 Use Of Premises Sought For Fundraising Event
Do you or anyone you know have a premises, equestrian centre, dog training/agility facility, etc that they
would allow to be used for a fundraising event on behalf of Armargos and Clare Animal Welfare ??
If so please email sheena@armargos.com or sheena@clareanimalwelfare.net
We will also be looking for volunteers to help us organise and run the fundraising event so if there is
any particular thing you would like to suggest, etc feel free to contact Sheena too as ‘the more the merrier’ :)
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8-2-11 - Would You Walk, Jog or Run For Our Animals
The Kinvara Rock and Road Half Marathon and 10K Road Race takes place on Saturday 5th March 2011 in Kinvara, Co. Galway.
This will be the first running of the event so come and join us in this beautiful seaside village for what promises to be a great event for walkers, joggers and runners of all levels.
Over the last couple of years there has been a big increase in the number of people out running and Kinvara now has its own annual road race. The course will take you past some glorious scenery and is quite flat, which will appeal to beginners who are taking on a new distance and more experienced runners looking to post a competitive time for a 10k or half-marathon distance. This will also be a great event for anyone training for other longer races later in the year.
Why not raise some money while you run? With so many charities desperate for much needed funds here's a great opportunity for you to accomplish a personal goal by completing the race and help a very worthy cause while you're at it.
After you have registered to take part contact us and we will organise a sponsorship card for you.
info@clareanimalwelfare.net / 0871315904
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28-1-11 - We Are Urgently Looking For Volunteers To Do Some Fundraising For Us
Please email sheena@clareanimalwelfare.net or ring 0871315904 if you can help
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2010 News/Events
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6-12-10 - Big Thanks To Banner Martial Arts, Ennis
Yesterday Banner Martial Arts held a collection for us at their premises in Westgate Business Park in Ennis, we were delighted to see all the food, toys, etc which the people who attended brought for us.
We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Sarah at the centre for organising the event.
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24-11-10 - Financial Assistance No Longer Available
Unfortunately we are no longer in a position to financially assist
members of the public who wish to get their dog / cat neutered or spayed.
It is only with your support that we may be able to exist on a small scale after Christmas so if you have time & energy we would GREATLY appreciate assistance with fundraising so that we can continue helping the animals who find themselves abandoned and/or cruelly treated.
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26-10-10 - Winter Feeding Time Is Here Again
If you are in a position to donate horse ration, hay, haylage, etc
could you please contact Sheena on 0871315904 or Kate on 0877954351
(as we cannot always answer the phone please send us a text if you do not get us)
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16-10-10 - Buy A Calendar To Show You Care
 
All For Animals is a non profit organization which is an umbrella fundraising project working with Clare Animal Welfare and 11 other regional animal welfare groups. The inaugural fundraising initiative of All For Animals is a calendar, each month it features photos & stories of dogs rescued and re homed by the participating welfare groups.
Click Here For More Information On The Calendar And How/Where You Can Buy One
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28-9-10 - Are You “One of Those” Dog Owners ??
Over the past few months there has been a large increase in the amount of dogs being stolen and despite several newspaper articles in relation to this we are amazed at the amount of dogs who continue to wander around our streets/roads unaccompanied. On a morning drive to the school one can see dogs of all shapes and sizes, labradors, king charles’, cocker spaniels, collies, jack russells, boxers, etc, all out doing whatever they want wherever they want .... perhaps their owners do not realise that they, the owners, are -
- breaking the law by allowing this to occur (Control of Dogs Act)
- permitting their pet to cause nuisance to others
- endangering road users
- increasing the risk of their pet being stolen
Allowing your dog to stray could prove very costly should they become involved in a traffic accident, if they survive getting knocked down you will not only need to pay for veterinary attention BUT are also totally liable for any damages caused to the vehicle(s) involved ! Securing your garden could actually save you a lot of money.
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8-8-10 - Kittens, Kittens, Kittens
We currently have lots of kittens looking for loving homes ... click here for more information
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4-7-10 - Supporting Clare Animal Rescues Helps Everyone
Yes it is the ‘dreaded’ recession word again ... everyone knows what it entails ... everyone is affected in one way or another AND that includes the country’s animals ............
With donations almost extinct over the past few months we are appealing to the people of the county to PLEASE keep us and other animal welfare groups in Co Clare to the fore of your mind when you have a euro or two to spare. We may not always answer the phone or get back to you as soon as you would like BUT it is because we are either out on calls, looking after the animals already in the rescue, accompanying animals to the vets, etc, etc. We do care, we are doing our best and we do need your help.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: - As a bonus for the county’s economic standing any money you donate to Co Clare Rescues (ie, Clare Animal Welfare, SCAR, Homeward Bound, Paw Pourri, Mandy Ellis, Armargos, Clare SPCA) goes to businesses within our own area, eg - to animal feed & bedding stores, vets, vet nurses, behaviouralists, groomers, etc not to mention the petrol & diesel, vehicle maintenance, etc that our volunteers pay for themselves ... the monies spent on all these help keep the people in Our County employed.
nb - None of the animal rescues in co clare have ‘professional paid fundraisers’, ‘cold-callers’, advertising agents, etc.
Okay that is enough begging for one day ... the day’s chores will not get done by updating the website :o)
Oh .. just one last thing you might bare in mind - We do not have time to organise fundraising events but if you do then please let us know as we would love to hear from you and would greatly assist us in continuing the work we do.
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26-5-10 - Spayweek 2010
This year Spayweek Ireland will run from 30th May to 6th June.
Please do the responsible and right thing for your pet(s)
Spay / Neuter your pet today to prevent the tears of tomorrow
Make your pet proud to call you ‘owner’ by doing what is best for them
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9-5-10 - Layout Change
To make our News/Events page quicker to load we have moved all items before the start of 2010 to a new page so if you are looking for something pre this year please check our ‘new’ Past News Page ;o)
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13-4-10 - Farewell To Gentle Jerry
Today we bid a very sad farewell to Jerry,
his loyalty and manners were second to none and
he was a perfect example of how
greyhounds make such great pets.
Sweet dreams Jerry, we will hold memories
of you forever in our hearts ;((
In February 09 to Clare you came an older gent who never complained
With love I would softly call your name and by my side you always remained
Everyone you met was greeted with the joy of this gentle, kind, greying boy
But no longer had you youth on your side some days your pain was too hard to hide
One morning on entering the kitchen I saw your eyes were tired and your body no energy could draw
Oh how the sight my heart did break holding back my tears the call I did make
With time for a last sit together in the sun we sat with a treat
An hour later I said farewell as your heart took its last beat
At the Bridge you are now running fast and free
How I will cherish the time you spent with me.
RIP Jerry 24-4-99 to 13-4-10
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4-4-10 - Canine First Responder Course Highly Recommended
 Yesterday, the 3rd of April, Sheena, our Dog Officer, completed the Canine First Responder Course which is being taught by Bev Truss of Pet Problems We would highly recommend anyone involved with dogs in any way at all to do this one day course which is the pet equivalent of human first aid, it would be of particular benefit to anyone running/working in boarding kennels, rescue, breeding, pet sitters, etc or even just a person who owns & loves their own dog. The course covers every situation from an accident at home to arriving at the scene of a dog being knocked down by a car, you will learn how to manage a blood wound, how to stabilise a broken limb, perform CPR, etc.
Needless to say even though it is based on first aid for dogs it is also applicable to cats.
So our advise to you is don’t delay ........
Go book your place on one of the Canine First Responder Courses Today
For more information and course dates, cost, venues etc
please email info@petproblems.net or phone 086 8624511
We look forward to hearing from you
Bev Truss
DipCAPBT APHC CFRI 0033
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31-1-10 - A Good Start To The New Year For Our Dogs & Cats
Without wishing to tempt fate we are pleased to say that so far we are having a relatively good start to 2010 in the area of dog & cat adoptions - three dogs and one cat have so far been adopted out to new homes all in our own county.
This is a first for us at this time of the year as normally ‘post-Christmas’ rehoming is nonexistent, long may it continue we say and fingers crossed that this is a good omen for the rest of the year ahead.
Now would any of you out there in Co Clare like to adopt one of our loving greyhounds to give us another ’first’ for us as the only two greyhounds we have records of adopting out in Co Clare have both been to one of our own members so we cannot really count them. Have a look at our Greys As Pets page to read more about this great breed
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