Clare Animal Welfare
Dog Rescue Charity
Finding new homes full of love for neglected, abused and abandoned animals
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Clare Animal Welfare operates thanks to the kindness of people just like you. Please consider visiting our donation store
ABOUT
Clare Animal Welfare is a non-profit, charity organisation registered in Ireland.
We actively search for permanent, quality homes for our animals through advertisements in local newspapers, veterinary clinics, pet shops, and special events that provide exposure.
We actively support, encourage and promote neutering of pet dogs as an ethical solution to the over-population and killing of dogs in Ireland. We also wish to improve the welfare of dogs through general education of the public and through education programmes for children.
The CAW website and Facebook page provide current, up-to-date information about all of our dogs and our work.
Our Mission
Clare Animal Welfare's ultimate goal is for all dogs to have permanent, loving homes.
We wish to help create a world where no healthy, good-natured dogs are killed merely because they are considered to be surplus to requirement.
SERVICES
Fosterers assess dogs for us, help them after surgery (spaying and neutering usually) and socialize and train the dogs.
This is usually temporary and can last for a few days to months. Fosterers can adopt, although keeping a healthy number of fosterers is imperative for us.
Adoption is similar to fostering as regards caring for the animal. However, adoption is a permanent arrangement.
We are a non-profit, charity organisation registered in Ireland. Please support us by contributing. Your contributions help to ensure we continue to re-home unwanted, neglected, abused and abandoned dogs.
Please donate here.
Resources & Downloads
Adopting a rescue mini-book
This book is a required read for anyone considering adopting a rescue dog
Pre-Adoption Form
Make the first move to adopt an animal that needs you! Fill out the pre-adoption form and we will contact you.
Pre-Fostering Form
Fostering animals in need is an important role. Fill out the application below and we will contact you!
General T's & C's
Need Financial Support?
We help members of the public paying vet bills as we want to encourage spaying and neutering for those who cannot afford it. Please fill out your application here.
OUR ANIMALS
All available animals for fostering and adoption are visible here on our website as it is constantly updated. Take a moment and your new best friend might just catch your eye...
LATEST NEWS
Our latest social media posts
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This cat who has a nasty injury has appeared at a house in Clooney. Cat will be seen by a vet but we are looking for an owner.
Who could resist those eyes😍?! Our gorgeous boy Jerry is hoping he might be noticed today🥹, please give him a share so we can find his forever people🙏💕![]()
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Jerry is a super-sweet Terrier/Collie-mix, and around one-and-a half years old. The poor little guy was found straying 6 months ago and nobody came to claim him💔 A kind family took him in, but sadly Jerry has never been able to settle around their teenage son. He’s very fearful of him despite everyone’s best efforts, and we think he may have had a bad experience with a teenage boy in the past. With the rest of the family, he’s an absolute sweetheart – loving, happy, and very cuddly 🥰![]()
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Jerry loves meeting other dogs out and about and would likely be thrilled to have a doggie companion in his new home🐾 He also gets along well with the cats where he is now, so could happily live with dog-savvy cats too😇🐱![]()
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As he can still be a little nervous at times, Jerry would really thrive in a calm, peaceful home with no kids. True to his terrier and collie roots, he’ll need plenty of exercise and adventures🤩 He’s house-trained, crate-trained, walks well on the lead, and is a total superstar in the car🚗🐶![]()
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If you live anywhere in Ireland and would love to give Jerry the second chance he deserves, please fill out our adoption form below:![]()
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Our gorgeous, affectionate, gentle Lucky is still waiting for a family to call his own🥹 Could you give him a share so we can finally find him the loving home he deserves?🙏🏡![]()
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Lucky’s foster dad says that whoever adopts this sweet-natured boy will be very lucky indeed😍 He made this lovely video to show just how special he is🤩![]()
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Lucky is a 1-year-old lurcher with the gentlest, most loving soul🥰 Despite having a difficult start in life (he was sadly dumped in the middle of nowhere💔), he’s an incredibly cuddly boy who absolutely adores everyone. He’s especially wonderful with children and forms really special bonds with them💕![]()
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He’s very friendly with other dogs and would happily share his forever home with a canine buddy or two. He does find cats a little too exciting though, so he’s looking for a cat-free home. Around the house, Lucky is a dream – he loves lounging for hours, true to his sighthound nature😇![]()
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Busy streets and traffic can feel a bit overwhelming for him, so Lucky would thrive in a quieter setting – ideally somewhere rural or peaceful where he can feel safe🌿 He’d also love a garden for his joyful zoomies, followed by long, cosy naps on the couch. Lucky is house-trained, has excellent recall, and is a clever boy who’s eager to please🤩![]()
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If you live anywhere in Ireland and would love to welcome this sweet, cuddly boy into your life, please fill out our adoption form below🙏![]()
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***Roger the Collie***![]()
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6 year old Roger has been through a tough time. His elderly owner went in to hospital and Roger had to be surrendered for rehoming. He has been doing great since he came to CAW and has settled in well.![]()
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He enjoys a quiet life and we are looking for a home without another dog or small kids. He can live with a feline buddy or two though as he doesn’t mind cats.![]()
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Roger loves to be around people and he’s very well behaved in the house. He is middle aged but still has good energy and enjoys his walks.![]()
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He is microchipped, vaccinated snd neutered. If you are interested in adopting Roger please fill in the attached form![]()
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Poor Jasper didn’t get a single adoption application after his Facebook debut a few days ago😞💔 But look at how lovely he is!! Please give this sweetheart a share so that he can have better luck this time around🙏![]()
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Jasper is a stunning cross between a Bernese Mountain Dog and a Border Collie. He’s about 2 years old, and still has that irresistible “big puppy” charm🐶🥰 He’s full of fun and affection, always keen to be involved in whatever’s going on – whether that’s playtime, walks, or just hanging out by your side. And when the day winds down, he’s more than happy to switch off and relax beside you😇💕![]()
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He’s still young and can get a little overexcited now and then, but he’s doing really well with his training and learning more every day. With a bit of guidance and routine, Jasper has all the makings of the most amazing companion🙏![]()
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Jasper is great with children, though due to his size and bouncy nature, he’d be best with older kids. He absolutely loves other dogs and would really benefit from having a playful canine friend in the home. Cats are a bit too tempting for him, so a cat-free home is a must.![]()
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If you live anywhere in Ireland and think Jasper could be the perfect addition to your family, please fill out the adoption form below🥰![]()
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Please like our Facebook page for regular updates
ABOUT DONATIONS
Donations are so imperative to us at Clare Animal Welfare as we are a non-profit, charity organisation.
We can only help animals as long as we receive donations. We appreciate each and every person or business who has donated to our cause so far.
You have helped abandoned, sometimes abused animals to get re-homed into homes full of love and care.
Every and any donation or sponsorship is welcome. Simply donate here or contact us.
