Northern Ireland Companion Animal Welfare Group

Burgess Excel launches The Great British Small Animal Census for 2026 - tinyurl.com/23x49axx

The result of the Stage 3 vote on the Greyhound Racing (Offences) (Scotland) Bill is: ✅Yes - 70 ❌No - 27 🟣Abstain - 19 The bill is therefore passed. You can find out more online at: ow.ly/tviw50Yw2Tt

Could you volunteer for @MidAntrimAnimal? They are seeking volunteer receptionists to help with: -Welcoming visitors -Dealing with phone calls -Processing donations -Organising appointments and adoption paperwork Interested? Email contact@midantrim.org tinyurl.com/2ce2tar7

News: The Senedd has today voted in favour of protecting greyhounds in Wales from the harms of racing. The Bill will prohibit greyhound racing in Wales.

Protect our livestock! Being chased by a dog can cause serious stress and even death to livestock! If walking in rural areas keep your dog on a lead at all times. 🔗For more: daera-ni.gov.uk/news/daera-and…

Help shape the future of veterinary practice! The #VeterinarySurgeonsAct is 60 years old and not fit for purpose. Share your views on the @DefraGovUK #VSAReform consultation by 25 March: ow.ly/kAeo50Yrngw

Happy Mother’s Day to every pet mum out there.🐾 The treat‑carriers, the cuddle‑dealers, the zoomie‑supporters and the chaos‑coordinators. #PetMum #DogMum #CatMum

It's a #HappyMothersDay to all the pet mums out there. We hope you're enjoying time with your number one fluffy, furry, friend today 💕

Dog Theft Awareness Day is on Saturday, 14 March - Advice to #StaySafe Check your garden and house security & never leave them unattended in cars or outside shops More information: stolenandmissingpetsalliance.co.uk/dog-theft-awar… #PetTheftReform #MakeChipsCount #PetAbduction #DogTheftAwarenessDay

The Responsible Dog Ownership survey closes in 2 weeks. Learn more about the framework and have your say 👉dogstrust.org.uk/about-us/what-…

*Missing dog* @CCDogRescue Shared 12 hours ago. "Our Belgian Malinois Tara got hit tonight (3rd March) on Frocess road. She ran up main line towards Ballymoney direction. Please look out for her and contact us on 07595 602702 or socials if you see her." tinyurl.com/4xsh4b3a

📢 𝐖𝐞'𝐫𝐞 𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠! ▶️Interested in becoming a DAERA Veterinary Officer? 🎬Laura Wallace explains her role as a DAERA vet and why you should apply. 🔗Apply before 12 noon on 13 March irecruit-ext.hrconnect.nigov.net/jobs/vacancies…

*Volunteers wanted* Do you have experience working in charity retail? Can you spare a few hours a week? @CCDogRescue are seeking volunteers for their shops in either Coleraine or Limavady. You can find out more and register online. tinyurl.com/35cauzh4

Meet Stormy, our resident pine marten. Captured on our nocturnal cameras last week, this rare and elusive visitor was spotted exploring the woodland behind Parliament Buildings. Moments like this help us celebrate and better understand the amazing wildlife that thrives right here on the estate.

*Job alert* @RosiesTrust is recruiting for a Development Officer (re-advertisement). Home-based with regular travel, £24,500 p/a. Got great inter-personal skills and at least two years’ experience working with volunteers? Apply! Closing 5pm, Fri 13 March tinyurl.com/yzx3zftj

DAERA Minister @AndrewMuirNI and @USPCA_Official Chief Executive Heather Weir are urging the need to think carefully before taking on the long-term responsibility of a pet. Pet abandonment has serious consequences for both animals and owners. Read more: daera-ni.gov.uk/news/post-chri…

Join us on Thursday 12th March from 6.30pm – 7.30pm at our centre in Newry for an evening all about our fostering and adoption processes.💙 Register your interest for this FREE event here: buff.ly/Yqv0KQj For more information, please email fostering@uspca.co.uk 🐾

*Urgent help needed* Outdoor homes are required for multiple feral cats that need to be relocated due to an unsuitable environment. If you think you can help please contact @CatsProtection NI Cat Centre on 028 9048 0202 or northernireland@cats.org.uk. tinyurl.com/ypthfnna

*Job alert* @CatsProtection are recruiting for a Community Operations Volunteer Team Manager (Northern Ireland). Permanent, hybrid with travel, 35 hours p/w, up to £30,809.83 p/a. Application closing date: 10 March 2026. Apply online: tinyurl.com/mfanyknz

This beautiful cat is now safe thanks to @MidAntrimAnimal. If you are a struggling owner please reach out for advice, support and resources. Let's keep our cats protected. Check out this post adoption advice. midantrim.org/cat-rehoming-i…