Clare Animal Welfare
Dog Rescue Charity
Finding new homes full of love for neglected, abused and abandoned animals
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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
We can’t believe it😨!! Our beautiful Lana has had yet ANOTHER stroke of bad luck💔😓 We approved a SECOND lovely family to adopt her, but they’ve just decided to adopt a dog closer to home rather than travel to Clare... We are totally gutted, as Lana would have been so happy with them😢 Can you all give this gorgeous girl a share and wish her better luck this time?🙏🐾![]()
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Lana is only about 9 months old, and she’s a Whippet-X, with some Shepherd in the mix! She’s petite and super-sweet, weighing just around 13 kilos. She’s a happy, affectionate little soul who absolutely adores people and will happily soak up as many cuddles as you’re willing to give🥰![]()
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Lana is bright, playful and super sweet-natured, with a streak of puppy mischief to keep you smiling! She’s very eager to learn, especially when treats are involved, and she already has fantastic recall for such a young dog. She loves being included in whatever you’re doing and is happiest when she’s spending time with her people💕![]()
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She enjoys canine company and settled into her foster home as though she’d always lived there, becoming best pals with the resident dogs almost straight away. She would love a home where she has another friendly dog to keep her company, but she would also be happy having all the cuddles to herself! We haven’t been able to test her with cats, so we’re looking for a home without any feline friends.![]()
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If you live in Ireland and think Lana could be the gal for you, please fill out our adoption form here:![]()
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Can you believe this adorable girl hasn’t been snapped up yet🥺? Please give our sweet little Honey a share to help us find her forever home! 🙏🏡![]()
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Okay, we know Honey has a couple of specific requirements, so maybe that’s why she’s still waiting. She needs a secure garden, as she may be a little nervous for the first few days in her new home. And she really needs a canine companion (or two!) in her forever home, as the dog in her foster home has been a huge help in building her confidence🥰🐶![]()
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Honey is around 3 years old and a lovely medium-sized girl: about the size of a small Collie. We think she’s a Terrier cross, although we’re not sure what other breeds might be in her mix. The poor girl had been straying for quite some time before a kind family took her in and got in touch with us.![]()
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Despite what she’s been through, Honey has the gentlest, calmest, sweetest nature. She can still be a little timid with new people, but once she realises she’s safe, she quietly comes over for a cuddle and leans in for all the rubs and scratches she can get🥹💕![]()
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She’s fully housetrained, walks beautifully on the lead, travels well in the car and can be left alone for a few hours without any fuss. She enjoys getting out for a walk, but she’s just as happy mooching around the garden or snoozing nearby while you get on with your day😇![]()
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Honey enjoys a quiet life, so we’re looking for a peaceful home with no kids under 12. Honey hasn’t been cat tested, so we’re looking for a cat-free home too.![]()
If you live in Ireland and think you could give this lovely girl the safe, loving home she’s been waiting for, please fill out our adoption form below:![]()
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LILY 🥰![]()
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Meet Lily, our 9-week-old tabby kitten! 🐾![]()
This sweet little girl is looking for her forever home. She is still a little shy around new faces, but once she feels safe, her playful personality completely shines.![]()
Lily's absolute favorite thing in the world? Feather toys! Wave a wand feather in front of her, and she will happily pounce, chase, and play the day away. She just needs a patient family who will give her a little time to settle in and find her confidence.![]()
If you are looking for a gentle, playful companion to watch grow up, Lily might be the perfect match for you.![]()
If you are interested in adopting Lily please fill out the attached form![]()
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LILY 🥰![]()
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Meet Lily, our 9-week-old tabby kitten! 🐾![]()
This sweet little girl is looking for her forever home. She is still a little shy around new faces, but once she feels safe, her playful personality completely shines.![]()
Lily's absolute favorite thing in the world? Feather toys! Wave a wand feather in front of her, and she will happily pounce, chase, and play the day away. She just needs a patient family who will give her a little time to settle in and find her confidence.![]()
If you are looking for a gentle, playful companion to watch grow up, Lily might be the perfect match for you.![]()
If you are interested in adopting Lily please fill out the attached form![]()
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#adoptdontshop #TabbyKitten #KittenForAdoption #FosterKitten #CatLovers
We just got a lovely update from Sinéad, who adopted Kane the lurcher puppy from us a few weeks ago. He’s now called Winston, and yesterday he enjoyed his very first trip to the beach! 🥰🏖️🐾![]()
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He had a brilliant time taking in all the exciting new sniffs and even had a little paddle🌊![]()
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A huge thank you to Sinéad and Tom for giving little Winston such a loving and happy home🏡💕![]()
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All of Winston’s siblings have found equally wonderful families, and their mammy Nova has been just as lucky too! Thank you again to all our wonderful followers for sharing our posts and helping to make these happy endings possible🙏🙏
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.
