Irish dog rescue gives update on newborn puppies abandoned near road in Galway

MADRA (Mutts Anonymous Dog Rescue and Adoption) has announced a heartwarming story of thirteen abandoned puppies who were reunited with their mother.

The thirteen newborn puppies were discovered in a remote area off the N59 in Galway, with no sign of their mother. It was unclear whether she was a stray who had given birth there or if the pups had been abandoned, but the
organisation expressed deep concern for her wellbeing and appealed for her to be found.

The rescue said that thanks to widespread sharing on social media, coverage from media outlets, and tireless searches by
MADRA volunteers, the story reached far and wide.

While the pups had been receiving round the clock care from dedicated foster carers, nothing compares to the nourishment and comfort of their own mother, MADRA said.

This reunion represents the best possible outcome for both the puppies and their mum as MADRA confirmed that the puppies had not been abandoned, as some had initially feared.

The mother dog had been frightened, gotten lost, and given birth alone, the rescue confirmed.
Her owners, who are not active on social media, were unaware the pups had been found until the
appeal reached them.

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The puppies are now safely back where they belong — nursing, snuggling, and thriving alongside
their mum. Once they are old enough, they will be available for adoption through MADRA.

As MADRA dogs, the organisation will support them and their mother every step of the way, including making sure the mother will be spayed once she has fully recovered, ensuring she can enjoy the rest of her life without the strain of further litters.

MADRA extended heartfelt thanks to everyone who shared its appeal, to the news outlets who
amplified the message, and to volunteers for their tireless efforts. This reunion, the organisation noted, was made possible through the power of community — a shining example of how sharing, caring, and working together can change lives.

The charity’s focus now is on providing ongoing support to the puppies, their mother, and their owners, to ensure the best possible future for them all. Updates on their progress will be shared on MADRA’s platforms in the weeks ahead.