John Cooley, Tom Costello, and Ryan Carton serve as Galway City's three dog wardens based at the Galway Dog Pound in Ballybane. Daily routines include cleaning, feeding, opening the pound to the public from 9.30 a.m. to 10.30 a.m. for adoption visits, and responding to complaints and calls about stray or disruptive dogs. Ryan Carton’s arrival expanded capacity, allowing focus on priority areas such as East and West Galway. Wardens patrol beaches during May to September when a strict no-dog policy applies. The 'Love Your Dog, Love Your City' campaign promotes responsible ownership, clearer signage, and MADRA-led school workshops.
One of the wardens is in the back hosing down the floors, opening and closing metal kennel latches as he finishes up the morning duties. Another pulls up outside in a Galway City Council branded van returning from a public call, while the third settles in at the front desk, powering up the computer and reviewing the day's schedule. John Cooley, Tom Costello, and Ryan Carton serve as Galway City's three dog wardens.
Most days begin like this one - the standard set of chores, feeding, and cleaning. From 9.30 a.m. to 10.30 a.m., the pound opens its doors to the public, allowing visitors to meet dogs available for adoption. The remainder of the day is spent responding to complaints and calls about stray or disruptive dogs. During the summer months, when beaches enforce a strict "no dog" policy from May to September, wardens also patrol the shoreline.
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