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This Christmas double the excitement of giving a well thought out gift to someone you love by supporting those in need.

This Christmas, a small gesture can make a world of difference for a rescue dog. MADRA’s Dog’s Dinner Appeal is back, inviting animal lovers everywhere to donate just €5 to provide a meal for a rescue dog in need. This year, in addition to meals, supporters can also help by purchasing from an exclusive range of gift items, with all proceeds going directly to support the dogs.

MADRA, the Galway-based dog rescue and adoption charity, has launched a series of educational workshops aimed at primary school children across Galway. This initiative, in partnership with Galway City Council, is set to begin this month and will continue throughout the school year.

Local animal rescues and charities are looking to the adults and leaders of tomorrow to revolutionise how we treat, communicate and understand animals as part of groundbreaking pilot and education schemes.

Anyone who follows Madra on socia media has probably seen their Polly many times. Madra are devastated to announce that next month Polly will have been in their care for 2 years, the majority of which has been spent in kennels. Despite everything Madra's staff and volunteers do for her and the love they have for her, this just isn't a suitable life for her. And if they are quite honest, they just don't understand why it has never been Polly's turn to find her forever home.

Connemara-based dog rescue and adoption service MADRA has announced details of a scheme to encourage Galway-based dog owners to act responsibly by spaying their female dogs. The charity has pledged almost €30,000 in funding towards the initiative.

Former Connacht Rugby player and extreme adventurer, Damian Browne received a heroe's welcome upon returning to Galway on Tuesday following his 112-day transatlantic row from New York.

Former Connacht Rugby player and extreme adventurer, Damian Browne received a heroe’s welcome upon returning to Galway on Tuesday following his 112-day transatlantic row from New York.

MADRA have teamed up with Galway County Council and Galway City Council to provide a discounted microchipping service this Sunday September 18 at the Claddagh Hall. As part of MADRA’s Doing it for the Dogs Fundraiser, dog owners can get their dog microchipped at a substantially reduced rate of €25. For dogs already chipped, owners can avail of a free scan and check service to make sure their contact details are up-to-date.

Art works by some of Ireland’s top artists including Padraig McCaul, Connacht Rugby coach Jimmy Duffy, renowned RHA Connemara artist Dorothy Cross and Galway artist Grace Cunningham will go under the hammer at the annual MADRA Dog Rescue Charity Art Auction.