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Cian’s Kennels is a charity that allows hospitalised kids to have their dogs by their side for that extra dose of comfort and joy. Every effort they make ensures that, regardless of financial circumstances, every child experiences happiness and comfort through the companionship of their furry friends. The charity is committed to providing this service in a structured, safe and practical way, free of charge to all qualifying families.
The services they provide include:
- Full veterinary checks (including vaccinations, if necessary)
- Collecting pets from home and transporting them to the DSPCA
- Transporting pets to and from the hospital
- Fully resourced Visiting Centre
The Visiting Centre was officially opened on May 20th 2022 at CHI in Crumlin and the charity hopes to expand these services to other centres and fulfil the dream of creating a legacy for Cian that will live on into the future.
Here at Duggan Veterinary Supplies, we’re proud supporters and sponsors of this incredible charity. Our commitment to providing medications and supplies to veterinarians, paired with our dedication to continuous CPD courses, plays a key role in promoting the overall well-being of animals nationwide and beyond. Together, Cian’s Kennels and Duggan Veterinary Supplies stand as true champions of animal and owner welfare. We’re genuinely honoured to continue our support for this heartwarming cause that brings smiles to children Nationwide.
Founder Evelyn Neary, speaking at the launch of their partnership with Duggan Veterinary, said: ‘The mission of Cian’s Kennels is to bring pets closer to sick children & their families. In doing so we aim to bring fun, distraction & a sense of normality to families at a difficult time. Our core services include facilitating visits at our pet visiting unit at CHI at Crumlin, transport of pets to and from Dublin, veterinary checks and kennelling services through our partners DSPCA. We have yet to find a similar service in the world so with no path to follow we are always looking for ideas on how we can enhance our existing services and also what additional services we could provide to our families.
As a relatively new service we are also always striving to increase awareness so that all families who could benefit from the charity are fully aware of how we can support them. So we are delighted to partner with Duggan veterinary and explore how their support can help us to achieve our goal of ensuring all sick children & their families can avail of the many proven benefits of having their family pet close by.’
Donnacha Duggan says ‘We at Duggan Veterinary Supplies support charity initiatives such as Cian’s Kennels as we believe in the power of giving back, knowing that by uplifting others, we also elevate ourselves and create a brighter, more compassionate world for us all. Supporting Cian’s Kennels is more than aiding animals; it’s also about bringing joy and comfort to sick children, fostering a bond that heals the body, heart and soul.
Affording sick children the opportunity to bring their pets into the hospital with them creates a healing sanctuary where love, comfort and companionship flow freely, turning fear into hope and adversity into resilience. Cian’s Kennels is a charity close to all of our hearts and deserves to be recognised, celebrated and championed, and we at Duggan Veterinary Supplies are delighted to do so.’
Nature’s SAFE is a UK-based charity dedicated to preserving the genetics of endangered animal species to aid in their future conservation and prevent their extinction. By using advanced cryopreservation techniques, they carefully collect and freeze live reproductive cells and tissue samples from endangered animals. This process provides a “genetic time capsule,” storing material that can one day be used to help revive species populations through assisted reproduction, should their numbers become critically low in the wild.
Nature’s SAFE partners with zoological institutions and conservation organisations across the globe, maintaining a robust biobank that supports conservation initiatives at no cost to participating organisations. This biobank is invaluable to conservationists because it preserves essential biodiversity, supporting species that may otherwise lack the genetic diversity needed to adapt to environmental changes. Notably, the charity’s collection efforts involve close collaboration with veterinary teams and scientists to ensure genetic materials are collected and stored according to the highest standards of safety and preservation.
Nature’s SAFE is committed to ensuring that current and future generations have access to rich biodiversity. Through their dedicated efforts, they play a vital role in combating the extinction crisis, providing a powerful tool for species recovery and resilience in the face of environmental challenges.
Nature’s SAFE are our 2025 UK Charity Partner, as MD Donal Duggan stated “At Duggan Veterinary, we are incredibly proud to support Nature’s SAFE in their remarkable efforts to conserve endangered species’ genetics. Their work aligns closely with our commitment to sustainable animal health, and we see our partnership as a meaningful way to help preserve biodiversity for the future. Supporting Nature’s SAFE means more than protecting animals today; it’s about building a living legacy of biodiversity and ensuring that the species we care for today have a chance to thrive tomorrow. We are honoured to contribute to such an impactful cause.”
Nature’s SAFE Founder Tullis Matson stated “Nature’s SAFE has effectively forged an international network of expertise of leading reproductive biologists, cryobiologists and conservation scientists. Not only that, but we also have a web of corporate partners worldwide, who strengthen their sustainability in operating profitably and mindfully. We are delighted to have Duggan Veterinary Supplies onboard as one of these partners, demonstrating their consistency of support for the conservation of biodiversity for the benefit of society.”
For more, see https://www.natures-safe.com/