Copyright Dublin SPCA 2023
Charity number CHY1047
Registered Charity Number 20001735
What is animal cruelty and neglect?
Animal cruelty where an animal is suffering as a result of a deliberate human act, for example being beaten or repeatedly subjected to agrivated or fearful situations.
Neglect is where an animal is suffering because their basic needs are not being met, for example no food, failing to provide veterinary treatment or being kept in small enclosed spaces for long periods of time. Neglect can be intentional or unintentional.
The DSPCA believes that the following freedoms should be met and provided for all animals.
The DSPCA are committed to making it socially unacceptable to mistreat any animal. Under the Animal Health and Welfare Act 2013, our team of authorised inspectors rescue animals from situations of cruelty, neglect and abandonment. They also work closely and collectively with Government Agencies and authorities, such as the Department of Agriculture, Food & Marine and An Garda Siochana.
Our inspectors assist and help strengthen the law on animal welfare in Ireland and influence decision making around legislation to help improve the lives of all animals.
To report an suspected Puppy Farm please email reportapuppyfarm@gmail.com.
All cases involving farm animals must be reported to the Department of Agriculture, Food & The Marine. Phone 01-6072379 or email animalwelfare@agriculture.gov.ie.
For cases relating to cruelty to wildlife please contact the Wildlife Department at nature.conservation@ahg.gov.ie