More than 140 animals seized by gardaí over welfare concerns

The animals included 46 rabbits, 37 chickens, 31 dogs, nine guinea pigs, nine pigeons, six geese, six goats, two ponies and their foals, and a heavily pregnant donkey.

An animal charity is appealing for emergency donations after more than 140 animals were seized by gardaí over welfare concerns.

The animals included 46 rabbits, 37 chickens, 31 dogs, nine guinea pigs, nine pigeons, six geese, six goats, two ponies and their foals, and a heavily pregnant donkey. They were locked in cages, hutches, pens, and sheds 24 hours a day.