Control of Dogs Regulations Enforcement Local authorities regulate the control of dangerous dogs and restricted breeds.
Dog Breeding Establishments Enforcement Local authorities enforce regulations on dog breeding businesses.
Dog Breeding Establishments Register Local authorities maintain a public register of dog breeding businesses.
Dog Breeding Establishments Registration You must apply to the local authority for a licence if you wish to breed dogs as a business.
Dog Rehoming Local authorities operate dog pounds to rehome dogs that have been delivered to the pound.
General Dog Licence You must hold a valid licence if you manage a dog kennel with 20 or more dogs. You can apply to the local authority for an annual licence.
Irish Language Service Request You can request a local authority to provide services through the Irish language.
Memorial Placement Permission You must apply to the local authority for a permit if you want to erect a memorial plaque, tree or bench to honour a person, group of people or significant event.
Stray Horse Control Local authorities may arrange to seize stray horses on public land and take them to an animal pound to be reclaimed or rehomed.