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The public consultation on proposals for the carriage of pets on public transport is now live and will remain open until Friday, 20 March at 5pm. The National Transport Authority (NTA) is proposing to introduce a uniform policy for the carriage of pets on Transport for Ireland (TFI) bus, rail and Luas services.

If you would like to read details of this consultation please visit the NTA website at: https://consult.nationaltransport.ie/en/consultation/carriage-pets-transport-ireland-services

❤️ A big thank you to Petmania for being great supporters of the OSPCA! We also want to extend our gratitude to the public who generously donated food, bedding, toys, and everything else that the animals in our care need. Thank you to Jordan and Kate for helping us load up the donations. A special shout-out to Stephanie, a great supporter of the OSPCA. Thank you all! ❤️

Meet Jeff, a 4 year old Pomerium, who is a fabulous little dog but sadly nobody is interested in giving him a chance at a forever home. He is vaccinated, neutered, microchipped and house trained. He loves his walks and playing with his ball. He is not cat tested. His ideal home would be someone who is home a lot and where children are over 10years old. If you are interested in this gorgeous little man please call 086 8262986
Homecheck & Adoption Fee applies

A big thank you to Hannah who pulled the winning ticket in our Valentines Raffle. Our wonderful supporter Bernie Murphy, made this hamper to support animals in our care ❤️ Thank you to all those who supported our work by buying tickets.

Please contact our office on 086 3785584 or email offalyspca@live.com with any queries.

Please support our raffle to help raise funds for rescued animals who need medical treatment, care, patience and love to help prepare them for their forever home. There is a beautiful hamper up for grabs, filled with goodies and a cuddly toy.
The draw will take place on Friday, 13th of February 2026.
Tickets can be purchased in our office in Market Square, Tullamore, Co. Offaly.

€2 for 1 ticket & €5 for 3 tickets

This is an offer subsidised by the OSPCA for neutering both male and female feral cats and kittens in the OFFALY AREA ONLY. It is also funded through fundraising by the OSPCA and the DAFM Animal Welfare Grant.
This campaign commenced on Monday 26th of January 2026. You can hire a cat trap from us, which has a refundable deposit upon return of the trap. Purchase a €10 voucher for neutering the cat/kitten with any of our listed vets. This campaign is for the purpose of TNR, Trap, Neuter & Return.
Cash payments can be made in the OSPCA office in Market Square, Tullamore, Co. Offaly where there is also a list of participating vets available.
Terms & Conditions apply.
Phone: 086 378 5584 / 086 0222 432.

This is beautiful Bella a 3 year old French bulldog, who has had a very hard start to her life. She is vaccinated, microchipped and neutered and is hoping to find her forever home. She is both crate and house trained, is great on a lead and loves her walks. She is a real cuddle monster, who would be suitable for a home where there is someone home a lot. Ideally, she would be better as an only dog as she likes all the attention for herself. Children would be preferably over 10 years old, she is cat friendly. A secure garden is a must. If you are interested in this lovely girl call 086 8262986.
Please note: Homecheck and Adoption fee will apply.

This scheme starts Monday 27th January and runs until Friday, 27th February. This will apply to persons living in Co. Offaly only.

As the temperatures remain cold, please be mindful that your pets need warmth too. The best solution is to bring them indoors. Keeping kennels warm during winter is vital for your dog's comfort and health. Here are some ideas to ensure your dog's kennel is warm: Insulation: Use materials like foam boards, straw, or reflective insulation to insulate the kennel walls and floor. Bedding: Provide warm bedding such as thermal blankets or straw. Heating Sources: Consider using heated dog beds, pads, or bowls. Placement: Position the kennel in a sheltered area away from prevailing winds and ensure it receives as much sunlight as possible. Ensure you regularly check the kennel for damage and replace bedding as required.

The Humane World for Animals has some great ideas on how to help feral cats during cold weather, read the article online at https://www.humaneworld.org/en/resources/how-care-outdoor-cats-winter

We are in “dire” need of 3 foster carers to temporarily care for 6 kittens, 2 kittens per carer, that urgently need to come into our care. The kittens are 8 weeks old, eating by themselves and using the litter tray.
They are very well handled and super friendly. We will provide everything for the kittens needs ( food, litter, litter trays, bedding, vet care if required etc.)
If you can help by temporarily taking two of the kittens into your care please contact 0860222432 or email ospca@live.com your contact number and we will contact you.

We are holding our 2024 AGM on Friday, 16th January at 6.30pm in our office in Market Place, Tullamore.

Most especially Thank You from all the animals you have helped to save and provide better lives for in 2025.

Our office will be closed over the Christmas. We will have our phone on for EMERGENCIES ONLY. Contact 0860222432 / O868262986.

It’s now a week since Christmas and I’m really feeling fine,
I’m tired but quite contented from the fun that has been mine.
Day one was full of laughter, cuddles and great play,
“Look here’s our lovely puppy”, is what they’d proudly say.
They took me to the park for a lovely run around
And showed me to their friends, and friends they did abound.

 It’s two weeks now since Christmas and I suppose I am all right,
But I’d love to go out walking and I’m lonely too at night,
They’re too busy now to pat me and the park’s too far away,
Life’s not the same and that’s for sure as it was on Christmas Day.
I used to sleep so cosily at the bottom of the bed,
But now my lonely nights are spent out in the garden shed.

It’s now a month since Christmas, I have no wish to complain,
O, how much worse it could be out there in the rain,
But there’s no one now to comfort me as I lie there in the dark
And, o, they get so angry if at times I chance to bark.
Ah, now and then I feel quite sad and I can’t quite understand
What changed so much in my new home, where life was really grand.

It’s two months now since Christmas and things are looking bleak,
They now say I’m naughty if I play or accidentally leak,
They now no longer want me, yes they no longer care,
They think me just a nuisance and wish I wasn’t there.
I’m off, I hear, to rescue or the dog place in the sky,
Folk should think long and hard before a puppy they might buy.

                                                                                G.R.

On the 17th of December, a crucial Bill will be presented to the Dáil calling for the end of Fox Hunting in Ireland. This could be a major turning point — but only if our TDs know that the public cares and is watching.
We are asking everyone to contact your local TDs where possible. If you are talking to them, ask them to support this bill. Stand on the right side of this issue. Your message, your email, your call matters. Let’s bring an end to this inhumane sport. You can read the Bill online at https://shorturl.at/hIfuY
A piece from RTE can be read online at https://www.rte.ie/news/ireland/2025/0527/1515253-fox-hunting-ban/
📬 Lobby your TDs. Make your voice count.
#EndFoxHunting #DáilÉireann #ActNow #LobbyYourTDs #IrelandPolitics

Thank you to each store for providing a space in their stores for our big ORANGE animal FEED collection boxes. Thank you “most” sincerely to all of you who generously donated food for cats, kittens & dogs into our boxes. Every morsel is used and greatly appreciated by hungry animals across Co. Offaly.
Thank you to our volunteers who regularly empty the boxes & bring the food to our store room for distribution to fosterers who are caring for our rescued animals. A sincerely Thank You to all of you for your generosity and care.

Geraldine, a great supporter of the OSPCA for numerous years, has decided to have a stall at Walsh Islands' first Christmas Fair, in aid of the animals in our care. Everything has been generously donated by Geraldine, so please support the OSPCA if you're in the area and maybe pick up some early Christmas presents. Thank you all for your support.

We would love to thank PETMANIA, Tullamore and all our SUPPORTERS who have contributed to the donation bin in their store. Our animals will have warm beds and full bellies . A special Thank you to Matt who does “not” like his photo being taken.🤣💕

We have some dogs who badly need to come into our care but we urgently need people who will foster for us. We will provide all the food, bedding and veterinary care. You just provide the help and love for these poor unfortunate dogs. Can you PM your phone no or call 086 8262986 or email us at offalyspca@live.com if you can help.