09/09/2025
STATEMENT from Animals In Need Donegal: 💔 Statement & Appeal from Animals in Need CLG (AIN) Donegal 💔
We are saddened by the closure of the ISPCA Rehabilitation Centre in Ballyare. We have been fortunate to work alongside the wonderful staff and volunteers there, and they will be very much missed.
This closure now leaves only two charities covering the whole of County Donegal: Animals in Need CLG (AIN) Donegal and Twin Towns Lost and Found Dogs, with AIN being the only rescue supporting felines in the county. Both organisations are run entirely by volunteers who already give so much of their time and energy but without more support, it is the animals who will be the ultimate losers.
For some time, we have been working at full capacity, with every foster home and kennel space full. Since the closure was announced, requests for help have risen sharply, and we are deeply concerned about the long-term impact this will have on animal welfare across Donegal.
That’s why we urgently need the community’s help:
🐾 Foster homes: to give cats, kittens, dogs, and puppies a safe space until they find forever homes.
🐾 Volunteers : to help with transport, fundraising, admin, and hands-on care.
Even a few hours of your time can make the difference between life and death for an animal in need. Training and support are provided – all you need is compassion and a willingness to help.
The best way the public can also show support is to make their voices heard. Please contact Donegal County Council and call for proper funding and support for local animal welfare services:
📧 [email protected]
or by post to:
Donegal County Council
County House
Lifford
Co. Donegal
F93 Y622
👉 If you can foster or volunteer, please message this page or email [email protected] today.
Together, we can stand strong and ensure the animals of Donegal are not left behind. 💕