Pamela
Today marks a year since we adopted our beautiful cat Pamela from the Mayo SPCA . Pamela is a very beautiful and intelligent cat and an important member of the family, she gave us a lot of happiness during the year and we can’t imagine life without her. Thank you Marian Biesty.. and we would encourage anyone […]
Dandy (now Aidan)
A gorgeous update on Dandy (now Aidan) who is settling in very well to his wonderful new home and living the feline dream Handsome Aidan (Dandy) was just under a year old when he was found injured by a member of the public and handed into the vets. Imagine our shock when they told us […]
Champ (now CJ)
In February 2023, a volunteer wrote: ‘Champ came to us last Thursday after doing his required 5 days in the pound. He was found straying so we have no idea of his history. What we can tell you is that Champ is a male collie. We aren’t sure of his age but he is young. […]
Fionula
Fionula Fionula arrived to us from the pound around May 2025 and she was the most gorgeous Saluki cross. She was around 2 years old and such a gentle soul. She was thought to be a sister of Frankie as she was found in the same area and had the same beautiful temperament he had. […]
Twinkle and Carebear
Twinkle and Carebear were both 8 months old in 2024 and both came to us when they were only a few months old . Twinkle was found at Dawn meats in Ballyhaunis. Carebear came from a family of wild cats in Knock. Volunteers described them as: ‘Both of them are SO sweet and affectionate. They […]
Newsletter June 2026
June has brought longer days and renewed energy to the MSPCA shelter, as we continue our commitment to caring for vulnerable animals across the county. This month’s newsletter highlights the increased activity typical of early summer, with more animals coming into our care and a growing number finding loving forever homes through our […]
Want to Volunteer with the Cats?
The MSPCA rely heavily on volunteers for core care work. Volunteering with cats in an animal shelter in Ireland is usually hands‑on, practical, and really rewarding. Typical tasks with cats Cleaning: cages/pods, litter trays, floors, bowls Feeding & water: giving the right food to each cat Laundry: washing blankets, towels, toys Socialising: playing […]
Six Steps for TNR
The Trap‑Neuter‑Return (TNR) scheme is particularly important for the public in the West of Ireland because it addresses real local issues—like unmanaged feral cat populations in rural areas—while also benefiting communities, public health, and animal welfare. Here’s why it matters: 🐱 1. Controls stray and feral cat populations Stray cats reproduce very quickly—one female can […]
Chihuahua
Chihuahuas aren’t “yappy” or “aggressive” — they’re often just scared and overwhelmed. These tiny dogs have huge personalities. They’re incredibly loyal, deeply attached, and often bond intensely with one person. 💛 But that strong bond is exactly what makes shelter life so hard for them. When they end up in a shelter, everything they rely […]
