Spending of €220,575 on dog control services recorded by Roscommon County Council 

Spending of €220,575 on dog control services was recorded by Roscommon County Council in 2024.

According to its recently published annual report for that year total income from licences and fees in the county was €76,552.

“Under the Control of Dogs Act 1986, responsibility for the control of dogs within the county is undertaken by Midland Animal Care Ltd under a service contract with the council. Dog owners are required by law to have a current dog licence and the dog must be microchipped,” the report said.

In July 2018, the National Dog Register was introduced by An Post enabling online purchasing of dog licences. Licences can also be purchased from any Post Office.

Two dog breeding establishments were included on the council’s register at the end of 2024. In the budget for 2026, there has been a slight reduction for dog warden services, going from €209,600 in 2025 to €205,500 this year.

The budget for other animal services, including horse control, also fell from €12,000 in 2025 to €3,000.