19 June 2022

Day at the Beach with Bear

Our handsome Bear went to the beach when we had our day with Agria insurance. he met a lot of new dogs and people and had a ball. He is quite strong on the lead and although no major concerns he had to be kept under control when other pups came close to him. he is a large dog but […]
16 May 2022

Barn Dog Team- Eve

I started at the BARN two years ago hoping to get over my fear of dogs. Being undiagnosed autistic with severe anxiety I was so nervous having no idea what to expect. I now have my own rescue dog and always look forward to my shifts at the BARN! No two days are the same, its like having a big […]

13 May 2022

Barn Dog Team- Sommer

I haven’t been at the barn very long but it’s become one of my favourite places over the last little while, the highlight of my week! I’m the biggest dog lover ever so coming here every week just makes life so much better. Everyone is just so lovely and caring. I am so grateful to be apart of the BARN […]
13 May 2022

Last week’s new Barn members

Last week we welcomed Cooper, Maze, Misty, Precious and Alex to the shelter. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY! They are not ready yet but will be up for rehoming in the next couple of weeks.
13 May 2022

Stranmillis University College- Puppy Petting

A massive Thank you to Danielle for welcoming us to Stranmillis University College today for a “Puppy Petting” session. £143 was raised by staff and students who came in to meet our fantastic volunteers and dogs! Thank you to our volunteers for giving us their time.We all had a great time exploring the beautiful grounds and the dogs just loved […]
13 May 2022

Barn Dog Team- Choi

I’ve been volunteering at The Barn now for just over two years. I remember my first day very well, I was shown what needed to be done and how to clean out the kennels. Everyone made me feel very welcome.  After the kennels were done, there was still plenty to do….dishes and there certainly wasn’t a shortage of them!! I […]
11 May 2022

Chase

Our lovely lad Chase was out for a walk with Charlie today. Such a sweet lad who has had no applications for rehoming yet. We can only assume that because he is deaf people think he is different from other dogs. Not the case, deaf dogs can learn signing very well and Chase knows to sit just by showing him […]
9 May 2022

Marley

This little chap is Marley! He is a 7 year old Jack Russell x Chihuahua who joined us last week after his mum sadly passed away. Hes been very nervous but really enjoyed his first Barn trip to the beach with Ellen. Marley is not quite ready to be adopted yet. Please watch for his adoption post!
30 April 2022

Prince

Prince has joined us today. He is a 3 year old, very bouncy and very friendly Lab x Springer. He will be seeing our vet next week and should be up for rehoming very soon. *PLEASE DO NOT APPLY YET!*

The BARN Animal Rescue is a haven for animals in need. We promote animal welfare within Northern Ireland, we rescue & re-home; we tend and we care. At our rescue based in Carrowdore, County Down; we care for rescued cats and dogs. We also have dogs that have permanent residency and found their forever home here at the BARN.