Galway SPCA

28/04/2026

*Busby*

Little Busby the boy who was saved from the Train Tracks in Ballinasloe is now ready and raring to find his forever home.

Now neutered,chipped and vaccinated this adorable ball of fun,energy,playfulness and affectionate is approx 12months old .

Busby is a true social butterfly who loves everyone he meets ,happy to cover you in sloppy kisses as he climbs onto your lap for cuddles...

Busby is also a bundle of energy who would love a home where he get out and about on plenty of long walks and adventures,hikes and coffee shops ...the more outings the better ..

Busby is also willing to learn and loves being taught new tricks ...his terrier mind is clever and active...(see video in comments)

He gets on great with other dogs and loves a game of tig or just a race around the fields ,thou with his short legs he may need a bit of a head start 🤣...But would be happy living as an only too.

Busby has met and been great with children and would happily become "one of the gang " when it comes to games in the garden.

He walks well on the lead,travels well in the car and is clean in his kennel ..

Busby is a fab little boy but will need a home who can offer him a life where he can become an extra member of the family as he just loves to be involed and in the company of humans.

He has not been fully cat tested but did meet a cat at a Galway Spca event and didn't take any notice of him (considering said cat was twice his size it tells us Busby ain't stupid 🤣) ...

A fully secure garden is required ...

Please visit our website at wwwgspca.ie for our online adoption forms .

Any applications already submitted before this homing post are still revelant and will be considered along with new ones.

Thank You

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28/04/2026

*Frye*

Young Frye was originally found straying on the streets of Ballinasloe back in February..He arrived to us as a very unsure boy but soon started to blossom into the most amazing,loving ,fun and clever boy thar he is today ..

Frye even took part in his first ever Canicross Event with us ,something heroic really loved and did so well at .

For the last month Frye has been in a lovely foster home learning all about home living but due to unforeseen circumstances he is now back in our kennels so we are really hoping we can find him his forever home ASAP so he can return to the home comforts he has learnt to enjoy so much .

Frye....

Frye is approx 12/14 months old and is a small pointer x of meduim size ..

He is truly just the most affectionate and loving boy you could hope to meet ...he absolutely adores people and cuddles.

What Frye is looking for in his home...

*Frye would be perfectly happy as an only dog but will need a human around most of the day as humans are his most favourite thing in the world..

*Frye could also live with another older,confident but kind dog as long as they are prepared to lay down a few rules as Frye can play rough(no malice or aggression just lack of awareness) and will need checking ...

*Frye walks well on his harness,travels perfectly in the car,knows basic commands.

*Frye is a "collector" of shoes/slippers etc but not destructive ...he will gladly hand them back to you in one piece😂

*Frye has been out camping ,visited cafes and restaurants where he has behaved impeccably,lying down quietly and patiently. The same applies in the home if you are working,he is happy in the knowledge he is in your company .

*Frye loves playing fetch and running around the fields but is quiet and relaxed in the home especially when lying next to someone on the sofa for cuddles ..
He really does love human touch .

*Ideally Frye would love a rural/semi rural home with a fully secure garden where he can enjoy walks,playtime in the garden and most important of all...love and cuddles.

He really is a very special boy as all his photos below show ,who hasn't had the easiest start in life and its a true testament to his amazing characteristics that he is the amazing dogs that he is today...

If you think Frye might be your heart dog/new best friend then please visit our website at www.gspca.ie for our online adoption forms.

It will be a very lucky family who gets to bring this adorable boy home.
https://gspca.ie/pages/pet/frye

28/04/2026

Dont miss out!!

Always a great night with great bargains!

Join us for our LATE NIGHT Shopping Event on May15th. We will have some gorgeous new Summer clothes on sale all with tags still attached!!!!😃

27/04/2026

Over the past couple of weeks, we’ve welcomed some new faces into our cattery…

Each with their own story, each soon ready and hoping for a second chance and a place to call home.

We know the calls for kittens are coming in thick and fast....
and we completely understand why.
They’re tiny, playful, and full of charm.

But it’s important to remember,
kittens don’t stay small for long.
They grow into adult cats…

Adult cats who are just as loving, just as deserving, and often much more settled...

They bring companionship without the whirlwind of kitten chaos, and they adapt beautifully to new homes...

So when you’re thinking about adding a feline friend to your family, please consider an adult cat… or even a senior.

Their happy ever after might just be waiting with you.

27/04/2026

For anyone who doubted our original post about how much Charlie loves chaos and drama.....

Not 2 hours after his homing profile was posted last Thursday we received a message from his foster family....

Charlie had stopped eating and was very off from....

We arranged to get him to the vets...

The prognosis...

Charlie had developed Kitten Gingivitis....

Symptoms..... Swollen, red gums.... bleeding, bad breath, plaque buildup and reluctance to eat..... And in Charlie form, his was probably the worst case we have ever seen 🙈

The decision was made to do a full dental the next morning and remove the offending baby teeth, clean the adult teeth and allow his adult teeth a better chance of coming up healthy....

While this isn't an uncommon condition for kitten Charlie's age, it is something that needs careful monitoring and fast treatment to prevent it becoming a bigger issue...

He is on soft foods and antibiotics for the next couple of weeks....

Thanks to the team at Briarhill Veterinary Clinic for his ongoing care and dedication in getting our king of chaos ready for his forever home....

We hear he was very helpful post op once he woke up and was happy to keep an eye on things while Becca and Amy got on with their work!

Charlie's story continues....

25/04/2026

On Sunday May 3rd we have two wonderful ladies running The Great Limerick Run 2026 in the name of Galway Spca as they very kindly try to raise some much needed funds for the Animals in our care ....

Kate McBrearty and Elaine Ronan .

Below are links to both their Fundraising Pages and we know they eoild be so very grateful if you could get behind them with your spare Euros..

Kate....

https://eventmaster.ie/fundraising/pages/KM84311783

Elaine..

https://eventmaster.ie/fundraising/pages/ER14196064

On behalf of everyone here at Galway Spca both humans and Animals we would like to say a massive Thank You to both ladies .

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23/04/2026

*A Heartwarming Tail*

You may remember back in February we were called to a house by local Gardai who had grave concerns over the welfare and health of a tiny 6 week old Lurcher pup they had found living in absolute filth in a closed in boiler house.

One of our team responded and what we found on arrival was a very sickly,emaciated,forlorn baby who needed immediate veterinary treatment.

We named her Naji ..

Thanks to our wonderful team of vets at A Country Practice Vet Clinic Nenagh which cared for and treated this little one for over a week ,Baby Naji was healthy enough to be released back into our care ...

And she started to blossom and understand that life could be a place full of good things,fun and love.

Once ready to find her forever home at 12 weeks old Naji graced our social media pages..

One application caught our eye and though never having had a Lurcher before they had friends who had adopted one and they were already in love with the breed....

Laoise and Sean went above and beyond to ensure they could give Baby Naji the home she needed and instantly fell in love with her at their meet and greet ...

We had warned them that puppies were hard work and that Naji was quite a demanding pup with a tendency to ignore any kind of "routine or rules" but they assured us they would put in the time and training to keep her fulfilled and happy .

And they have kept their word and once again gone above and beyond for Naji.

Naji now renamed Maggie has settled in beautifully to their home but alot of that is down to Laoise and Seàn and their commitment to her .

She already knows many commands and is continuing to learn all the time which is exactly what her mind thrives on .

She is balanced,well behaved,fulfilled and above all ...loved .

From near death to a picture of total health and happiness ...

Rescued from an enviroment and people that very nearly killed her to a home where she is shining brighter and brighter every day ..

Thank You Laoise and Seàn for giving Baby Naji/Maggie the life she very nearly didn't get ..

We wish you nothing but years of adventures and fun together ..

Galway Spca...Helping to change lifes..

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23/04/2026

Welcome Appa and Momo 🥰

These two little babies came into our care last week... and will soon be booked in for their spay, microchip, and vaccinations...

At just a few months old, they were originally bought from a pet shop.

Their owners quickly realised they were more work than expected and already growing bigger than they had been led to believe....

To their credit, they made the responsible decision to surrender them,
giving them a better chance at finding homes that are prepared, informed, and ready for the commitment....

For that, we’re truly grateful.

Situations like this highlight a much bigger issue....

Pets are still far too easy to purchase on impulse.
But they’re not short term commitments.....

they grow
They need time, patience, resources, and long term care...

When someone can walk into a shop and walk out with a Life, it raises important questions about responsibility and support...

This isn’t about blame or a witch hunt.
It’s about awareness and doing better!

Stronger guidance,
honest conversations, and
better support at the source along with Accountability when it doesn't work...
could help prevent situations like this ensuring more animals stay in the homes they’re brought into and homes are prepared for the lifetime care required....

For now, Appa and Momo are safe, settling in, and will soon be ready to find homes that are truly ready for them 💛

23/04/2026

Charlie is finally ready to find his forever home, and it’s been a long road to get here....

He came into care when he was only a few hours old, alongside his siblings, after a really rough start in life......

From the very beginning, he was part of a busy foster family, where he grew up surrounded by dogs, cats, chickens, and even a rabbit....
He came to work with our cattery manager and had round the clock attention...

With the care and the support of others along the way.. especially when our cattery manager needed a nights sleep......
Charlie had the best possible chance, helping him get to where he is today....

Even so, it wasn’t easy.

Charlie struggled with his weight and his development, and for months we didn’t know if he would ever properly catch up or what his future would look like....

But Charlie had other plans...

He didn’t just catch up… he surpassed every expectation.....

He’s not “normal”
He’s something far better....

He’s completely, wonderfully Charlie!! 😅

Last month was a huge milestone.

He was finally big enough to be neutered and to have all his blood tests done, and everything came back perfect....
a clean bill of health after everything he’s been through!

The next step was to see how he would cope with change, so he moved into a new foster home with Polly and her family....

At first, there was a bit of a wobble....he lost some weight again quite quickly, which worried us....

But with time and patience, he bounced right back within a week and has continued to thrive ever since....

Now Charlie is ready for his final move
a Forever home where he can truly settle and fully embrace the life he clearly believes he deserves…

Ideally as king of the house...

He’ll need a home that can match his energy
somewhere busy, with another young, playful cat to keep him company.

He’s fine with dogs and confident with children, but maybe too confident at times.... he can get a bit carried away during playtime, so he’ll need some supervision and guidance....

He’d also love safe, supervised access to a garden, because running, exploring, and generally causing a bit of chaos outdoors is very much his thing!

And after all that?
He turns into the biggest softie.
At the end of the day,
Charlie just wants to climb onto your lap (or directly onto your neck), curl up, and watch TV like he owns the place.

Charlie is a lot....
He’s Drama, Chaos, Energy, and Mischief…

but he’s also full of love, cuddles, and charm.

He’ll need a family who can set boundaries but also truly appreciate him for exactly who he is.....

Because after everything he’s overcome, Charlie deserves a home that sees just how special he really is!

Applications are available on our website gspca.ie

22/04/2026

*Bye Bye Pedal*

From a scared stray on the fields to a "Rescue Dog" to a "Forever Dog" ...

Pedal like so many of our dogs arrived into our care as a nervous dog ...one who so obviously had a past filled with mistrust,neglect and finally abandonment.

So we set about healing him,restoring his faith in humans and life in general and we promised him that one day he would be loved unconditionally by his very own forever family .

And we kept that promise ...

Pedal now Alfie IS loved unconditionally by his new mum and dad ,Eileen and Paul ..

He now has days filled with walks,adventures,car trips and lots of cuddles ..

He IS finally a Forever Dog and we would like to thank both Eileen and Paul for choosing to adopt a Galway Spca Dog .

Changing Lifes..

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21/04/2026

Our team responded to a call about an injured cat in the Inverin area...

He was found dragging his front leg, dishevelled, distressed, and clearly in severe pain.
His behaviour was abnormal, and he appeared disoriented, suggesting possible head trauma.
His back end was heavily soiled, and he was struggling to pass urine and faeces.....

We safely trapped him and brought him to Briarhill Veterinary Clinic where he was sedated, examined, and x-rayed....

The findings were devastating.

He had significant nerve damage to his front leg, and his pelvis was completely shattered. These injuries were not survivable or treatable in a way that would give him any quality of life...

He was in extreme pain, and had likely been suffering for some time as the breaks were not new...

After careful veterinary assessment, the only humane and compassionate option was to let him go peacefully and end that suffering.

This is never an easy decision...

It’s one we carry with us every time...

But in cases like this, where recovery isn’t possible and pain cannot be relieved, allowing gentle passing is the kindest thing we can do...

He wasn't microchipped
He wasn't neutered

Something we sadly see far too often.

It means we may never know where he came from or if someone is missing him....

We’ve named him “Vern,” and we hope that, if he did have a home, this brings some small sense of closure....

If there’s anything to take from Vern’s story, it’s this:
Please microchip and register your pets,
Please neuter them.

These simple steps can prevent wandering.. reduce risk... and help ensure they can be returned home if something goes wrong.....

Run free, sweet Vern 🌈

Thank you to Alice who contacted us about him and to Franie who made him a bed in her shed overnight and kept a watchful eye on him this morning until our team to get there.....

And to Briarhill vets as always for their compassion and care

20/04/2026

On the 9th of April a lady called up to our Sanctuary and left us a wonderful donation from a fundraiser they had organised (we think a Dance School ?)

Our Kennel Manager was away from the site at the time so not able to formally receive the donation and take appropriate pictures. Our team member who spoke with the lady understood the lady would get back in touch with us, as the donation was on behalf of a group, so we could recognise it properly but we haven't heard from her and would really, really like to properly acknowledge the donation ! So please - if you are reading this, could you get in touch with Emma on 087 2765690.

And on behalf of all our animals and team Trilby and Glint the Greyhounds would like to say....

Thank You ❤️