County Louth has a new K9 ‘First Citizen’ who was rehomed from Louth County Council Dog Pound by Cathaoirleach, Cllr. Kevin Callan.

Bertie’s story is, thankfully a ‘tail’ with a very happy ending, after he found himself under the care of staff at Louth County Council’s busy dog pound.

Pound Keeper, Catherine Keating explained that the whippet caused some concern when he was “almost catatonic in his kennel.”

“Bertie had us worried for a few days, so much so that the veterinary nurse asked the vet to check on him, as although there were no signs of anything physically wrong, he was becoming so withdrawn. The official diagnosis was sadness, that could only be cured by the love and security of a new home.”

In a wonderful twist of fate, Louth’s First Citizen, Cathaoirleach Cllr. Kevin Callan happened to be searching for a dog to rehome.

He decided to visit the Louth County Council Dog Pound, where he met Bertie and realised he would make the perfect addition to the family.

After just a few days in his new home, Cllr. Callan said Bertie was “settling in and making massive strides in becoming a happy and upbeat dog, compared to how sad he was the day he was collected.”

“I would also encourage anyone who is able to rescue a dog to do so as there are so many amazing dogs that deserve a chance in a caring home to enjoy their lives. The bond between a rescue and its new family is one which lasts a lifetime. 

He added: “Our two dogs, Bonnie and Buddy have taken Bertie in and he’s one of the pack already. I would like to thank the team at the Pound for all the incredible work they do, it is so worthwhile to try to help save these animals.”

One of the busiest local authority pounds in the country, the council facility is now more accessible than ever, with daily postings on their Facebook page ‘Louth County Council Dog Pound’ featuring new arrivals of dogs, pups and updates on those available for rehoming.

For news and updates check out the webpage: https://www.louthcoco.ie/en/services/dog-pound/