Longford charity Cian’s Kennels announces exciting new partnership with Duggan Veterinary

Cian’s Kennels, the only national charity based in Longford, has officially launched an exciting new partnership with Duggan Veterinary.

The charity, which aims to bring pets closer to sick children and their families, currently operates across the country – with a purpose-built visiting unit at CHI in Crumlin.

Duggan Veterinary Group is a family owned, Guaranteed Irish and ISO accredited business of over 40 years, with 50 highly-skilled staff and is a leading provider of veterinary medicines, human medicines, instruments, equipment and consumables to the veterinary market. 

The partnership will see Duggan Veterinary support Cian’s Kennels in multiple areas of service delivery, from provision of hygiene supplies and pet food to support with marketing and awareness events.

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."

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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."

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To keep up to date with Cian’s Kennels, visit cianskennels.ie or follow them on Facebook and Instagram