
Rescue, Rehabilitate & Rehome
The Galway SPCA is a charity based in Galway with a cattery in Briarhill and a dog sanctuary in Killimor, Co Galway. Our aim is to help, rescue, rehabilitate and re-home all animals to forever homes.

Help us Help the Animals
Our fundamental aim is to reach as many animals that find themselves in need, through neglect, abandonment, abuse or simply at risk due to a change of circumstances, as our resources allow.


Help Us - Help the Animals
WE RELY ON YOUR DONATIONS TO HELP THE ANIMALS IN OUR CARE
Your generous donations will go towards:
- Veterinary care for our animals
- Spay/Neuter programmes
- Upkeep of our kennels, cattery & small animal unit
- Food and supplies for the animals in our care
Adopt from the GSPCA
Find your next best friend at the GSPCA
How you can help
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Adopt
See AnimalsMake a life-changing decision and adopt from the GSPCA. Give an abandoned animals a chance at a better future.
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Foster
Learn moreWe rely on our foster families to prepare animals for home life, and to give them a better chance of securing forever homes.
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Volunteer
Learn moreJoin our team of dedicated volunteers working across our dog sanctuary, cattery, shops and in the office.
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Fundraise
Learn moreHold a fundraising event to help us rescue, rehabilitate and rehome animals in need.
GSPCA Shop
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GSPCA Aluminium Water Bottle
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GSPCA Bag for life
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I’ll Wait For You at Rainbow’s End
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Parky Finds A New Home
Regular price €14.95 EURRegular priceUnit price / per
Latest News
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Furball 2025 - May 10th
Save The Date - Furball 2025 Pin your calendar for May 10th 2025 for our second Furball in aid of GCR, Galway SPCA and MADRA. This one is an extra...
Furball 2025 - May 10th
Save The Date - Furball 2025 Pin your calendar for May 10th 2025 for our second Furball in aid of GCR, Galway SPCA and MADRA. This one is an extra...
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Run, so Wriggles can walk
Today, March 23rd, was the day one of our team Katie (now living in the UK but always to be found back up the sanctuary when she is home) took...
Run, so Wriggles can walk
Today, March 23rd, was the day one of our team Katie (now living in the UK but always to be found back up the sanctuary when she is home) took...
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Adopting a Guinea Pig
Guinea pigs are one of the most popular small pets due to their adorable nature, gentle temperament and ease of handling. Despite their small size, guinea pigs require a significant...
Adopting a Guinea Pig
Guinea pigs are one of the most popular small pets due to their adorable nature, gentle temperament and ease of handling. Despite their small size, guinea pigs require a significant...
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**Warning** Distressing Images of an Injured Goat
We received a very distressing call to our sanctuary from a member of the council who was at a site near Portumna, just a couple of kms away. We were...
**Warning** Distressing Images of an Injured Goat
We received a very distressing call to our sanctuary from a member of the council who was at a site near Portumna, just a couple of kms away. We were...

As we move forward in 2024 and beyond with our first formal Strategic Plan, we can reflect on the work carried out by the numerous dedicated volunteers and staff who have been with our organisation over the years.
We’re extremely proud of the accomplishments that we have made together and the positive impact that we have had. We are, however, extremely aware of the many challenges facing us and the work needed to overcome them.
This strategy will hopefully act as a guide to helping us get there.