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Let every dog know kindness this Christmas

Please add your name to make sure that every dog has the chance to know kindness and end cruel breeding practices for good.

Dog lies in a barn with light streaming through the window

Let every dog know kindness this Christmas

Please add your name to make sure that every dog has the chance to know kindness and end cruel breeding practices for good.

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Dealing with the death of a dog

As a dog welfare charity, we understand the impact the loss of a dog can have and we want to help.

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Top 10 dog training tips

Are you about to start training your puppy? Check out our top tips to ensure it is a success.

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How to train your dog to wear a muzzle

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Sleepover club

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How to stop your dog barking

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How to stop your dog pulling on the lead

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Celebrations advice

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What's poisonous to your dog

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Last year we helped...938dogs find their forever homes

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Adolescent Dogs Most at Risk of Being Given Up

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57% of Irish dog owners struggle to access professional dog services as Dogs Trust launches new Lead and Learn Academy

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Survey Reveals over 50% of Dogs Experience Firework Fear

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Ireland’s Favourite Dog Names and Breeds Revealed as Dogs Trust Launches 2025 Census

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Larger Dogs Wait Almost Twice as Long for Forever Homes

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Families Forced to Give Up Dogs Due to Lack of Pet-Friendly Homes

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