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Sean is hoping to locate a suitable pet or pets for his growing family that will grow up alongside his children and is wondering what are the legalities around animal purchase and welfare.

Animal law is a relatively new area. It looks at our attitude to animals, questions the idea of animals as property and looks at animal rights and their position in society. As Mahatma Gandhi said “The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.” The main law related to animal protection in Ireland is the Animal Health and Welfare Act 2013. This act means that anyone owning a pet or animal has a duty to protect its welfare. The Act also incorporates bans on animal cruelty, abandonment, animal fighting, animal poisoning. It provides protections related to welfare of animals during sale and regulation of sale of animals to minors. It also has measures related to animals in distress.

Regulations under the act apply to anybody selling more than 6 pet animals a year. A Pet is defined as any animal kept or intended to be kept as a pastime or hobby, for companionship for ornamental purposes or any combination of 1-3 but does not include a farm animal. So it could include dog, cats, amphibians, fish, rabbits, guinea pigs, birds inter alia.

The Pet supplier must register with the Department of Agriculture Food and Marine and keep certain records including where the animal came from and medical record. The ad for the pet should Seller or supplier registration number (if there is one), the Animal’s age, Microchip number if it is a dog and Animal’s country of origin. There is a Voluntary Code of Practice for Sellers and Suppliers of pet animals and this ensures the pet was properly looked after before you get it so it would be a good idea to ensure the seller or charity adheres to this code. When buying your pet it is a good idea to have a list of questions to ask the supplier in relation to age, health, microchipping, health screening tests, food it has been eating, age of the parents and how many litters the female has had, does the animal have all the necessary documents e.g. vaccination record, parent health record.

There are additional considerations if buying an exotic animal in relation to their care, how long they will live and how big they will grow and to make sure you have a Vet to deal with exotic animals e.g. Llamas, wolves, Owls, bearded dragons etc. They also may be subject to special regulation if an endangered species and may need an import permit and certificate.

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Athlete Derek Griffin from Tralee Co Kerry ran in the Jerry Kiernan 5k memorial Run in the month of August. He had an impressive run in the M35 race . Former Olympic athlete Eamon Coghlan presented Derek with his prize.

Derek is traveling to run in the Copenhagen half marathon in September. Best of luck Derek.

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Familiar faces took to the pavement to model the fashions, with DJ Victor providing the soundtrack. Teas, coffees and delicious treats added to the welcoming atmosphere.

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ABOVE: Saturday night day 2 of their wedding at Skelpers Quane’s, Blennerville, on Saturday night for Niamh Cleary and Paul Guerin both from Tralee, and their friends from Tralee, Kerry, Cork and Dublin, l-r Mari Woulfe, Dan Lavelle, Sadhbh Keating, Keeva O’Sullivan, Laura Barry, John Caulfield, Kate Caulfield, James Bradfield, and Caoimhe Ní hÉalaithe, Back l-r Jack Barry, Niamh Cleary and Paul Guerin.

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Mounthawk Montessori Welcomes Its 28th Cohort of Children There were smiles, new friendships and plenty of exploring as Mounthawk Montessori School & Busy Bees Nursery in Tralee welcomed its class of 2026, marking the arrival of its 28th cohort of children.

A special first-day welcome session offered children and their families the chance to meet the teaching team, led by Helena Wallace Dowling and Katie O’Sullivan, and discover the classrooms, gardens and Outdoor Casa Dei Bambini.

The morning was filled with creativity, discovery and play, helping children become familiar with their surroundings and the teachers who will guide their early learning.

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“We were thrilled to welcome our wonderful new children and their families. It was a very happy and positive first experience, filled with fun, friendship and exploration.”

She added that the children settled beautifully, with some reluctant to leave.

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Describing John as “our dear friend and colleague”, the team hope the fundraiser will offer a meaningful way to remember him and help others.

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And after the Rockie Executive meeting comes the Birthday Cake !

Celebrating two huge milestone birthdays for Super Rockies Colm and Orlaith!

Kieran , Moving up the ranks on the Volunteer Hall of Fame... with his photography skills for Tralee Parkrun !

The team at Urban Sanctuary Tralee are proud to see Mary ( O Donoghue) front and centre in her role as President of CIDESCO International at the Cidesco Fiji Congress 2026 this week.

The Chain Gang looking good on their trip to Clare !

Wonderful Mural just gone up recently on Ashe St by artist Mikel ( credit Love Tralee)

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Cycling for All Kerry Opens Up Greenway Adventures to More People A volunteer-led initiative in Tralee is helping people with vision impairments experience the enjoyment of cycling while building

connections within their community.

Cycling for All Kerry provides opportunities for people who cannot cycle independently, working with Vision Ireland to reach those interested in taking part.

The group has seven tandem bicycles based at the Tralee Community Development Project Centre on Upper Rock Street, with direct access to the Tralee to Fenit Greenway.

disease and stroke.

Weekly outings take participants to Fenit and back, with each trip typically lasting around three hours.

The greenway provides a safe setting to enjoy fresh air, exercise and company along the route.

The group now hopes to recruit more volunteers and expand its range of bicycles so that more people can participate.

Its ambitions include securing trikes and recumbent bicycles to accommodate people with physical challenges associated with conditions such as MS, Parkinson’s

By growing its volunteer team and acquiring suitable equipment, Cycling for All Kerry hopes to make cycling accessible to a wider section of the community.

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Threshing Time Again in Ballyheigue!

Ballyheigue’s traditional Harvest Festival returns to the White Sands Hotel on Monday, September 7th, bringing music, song and dance to the seaside town on the eve of its annual Pattern.

All-Ireland accordion champion John Lucid will perform the festival’s signature tune, Harvest Home, while Risteárd Ó Fuaráin will sing Ballyheigue, composed by the late Michael O’Carroll.

Beginning at 8pm, the celebration will be opened by Ballyheigue native Alan O’Sullivan, who will cut a specially woven súgán rope, honouring the festival’s farming roots and traditional crafts.

Young local singers, dancers and musicians will launch the evening with an outdoor showcase of talent.

Celebrations will continue across the hotel’s two venues, with traditional music, sean-nós singing and dancing.

Richard Casey and John Lucid will lead proceedings, assisted by MCs Tom Lawlor and Sonny Egan.

All musicians, singers and dancers are welcome to join this gathering, offering returning visitors and

neighbours a chance to reconnect.

This year, the committee also remembers its late vice-chairman, Liam O’Mahony, whose passing is deeply felt.

On Pattern Day, Tuesday, September 8th, Bishop of Kerry Raymond Browne will celebrate Mass at the Blessed Well and Grotto at 11am.

A hearty céad míle fáilte awaits everyone for this celebration of community and heritage.

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New E-Scooter Safety Rules Make Helmets and High-Visibility Clothing Mandatory

E-scooter users in Tralee and across Ireland must wear helmets and high-visibility clothing from Friday, September 4th, 2026, under new regulations announced by Transport Ministers Darragh O’Brien and Seán Canney.

The measures respond to concerns over collisions, serious injuries and fatalities involving e-scooters.

Further changes are planned. From

October 2nd, charges for seized e-scooters will double to €80 for detention and the first day’s storage, plus €30 for each additional day.

The Government also intends to raise the minimum riding age from 16 to 18 before year-end, subject to the EU notification process.

Fixed penalties for e-scooter offences are set to increase to €100, with new offences covering failure

to wear a helmet or high-visibility clothing.

Ministers said the changes would strengthen safety and enforcement while supporting responsible use.

Registration, insurance and driving licence requirements remain under consideration, with further proposals to follow a Department of Health report on e-scooters.

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Former Kilmoyley senior hurler Richard Gentleman with his bitch Garrison Holly who was an impressive 2nd round winner of the Hannafin Cup at Tralee on Friday evening.Photo Moss Joe Browne.

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Enjoying a bit of quality time on Sunday afternoon at The Square Tralee was Pádraig Ó Horgáin from With the Rose of Tralee Festival over it Racecourse Lawn.Photo Moss Joe was time to take down the lights with a busy Stephen McSweeney,left.Photo Browne.

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TALKING SPORT WITH THE TRALEE ADVERTISER KERINS O’RAHILLYS GAA CLUB NOTES U16 Girls: Massive congratulations to the U16 girls who topped their group in the County League with an emphatic 7-16 to 6-07 victory over Scart/Cordal. They now face Moyvane in the semi-final at Ballyrickard.

U14 Boys - Central Region Division 4 Final: A tremendous shift under lights at Austin Stack Park against Glenbeigh/Glencar/Cromane ended in defeat, 5-07 to 4-02. A brilliant campaign from all involved.

U14 Girls: A fine away win over Abbeydorney in the North Kerry League, 4-07 to 2-05, with stout defending and clinical finishing throughout. Next up: home to Duagh.

U12 Girls: Rounded off their Go Games campaign with a competitive challenge match against Ballymacelligott, showing wonderful improvement all season.

U10 Boys: A great evening of competitive football away to Na Gaeil. Thanks to Na Gaeil for hosting.

U8 Girls: Pat Healy Park was buzzing on Sunday morning as the U8 girls hosted Churchill in two simultaneously run games with brilliant skills and teamwork on show.

Junior Men - McElligott Cup: The Junior team begins their McElligott Cup campaign at home against Firies on Saturday September 5th at 5pm in Strand Road. All support welcome!

AUSTIN STACKS GAA CLUB NOTES Senior Championship - Quarter Final: Austin Stacks have been drawn to play Rathmore in the Quarter Final on Saturday September 5th at 5pm in Fitzgerald Stadium, preceded

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Senior Men B - Molyneaux Cup: Drawn in Group A with Dingle and Rathmore. Home to Dingle on Sunday at 12pm, with the Rathmore fixture away on the weekend of September 19th/20th.

Senior Men C: Drawn away to St Pats in the opening round of the Kerry Cup. Date and throw-in to be confirmed.

Minor Boys: Gave a good account of themselves against Laune Rangers in the Shield competition in Killorglin.

The season now winds down with pride in how this group performed throughout a challenging year.

U14 Boys: The Central League final against the Gaeltacht takes place this week. Watch for text regarding day, time and venue. Best of luck to the lads!

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U13 Boys: Drew with Dingle in Round 1 of Phase 2 of the Central League in a very entertaining game with an exciting finish.

U12 Boys: Good outings against Dingle and St Pats with wonderful football on show at both sessions.

U10 Boys: Looking forward to the Salthill/Galway blitz on Saturday September 12th, with two teams making the trip as the only Kerry club competing.

NA GAEIL GAA CLUB NOTES Senior Men’s Club Championship: Na Gaeil have been drawn against Dr Crokes in the semi-final, a repeat of last year’s county final. The game is fixed for the weekend of September 12th/13th.

Senior Ladies Championship - Round 3: Away to Finuge/St Senans next Sunday at 12pm. A win or draw will be enough to progress to the semifinal.

U10 Boys: A fantastic day out at the Celbridge Football Tournament, going undefeated through the group stages and finishing with a win over Celbridge, having lost out narrowly to eventual finalists Straffan. A brilliant display and a proud day for the club.

Mothers and Others: Na Gaeil are setting up a Mothers and Others team again after a few years away.

Contact Janice on 085-8424939, Helen on 087-7631977 or Susan on 086-3977307.

Hospice Coffee Morning: Takes place in Na Gaeil clubhouse on Sunday September 20th from 10am to 12:30pm. A lovely occasion for a great cause — all welcome.

Sympathy is extended to the Reen family on the passing of Maureen Reen, to Renee Fitzgibbon and family on the passing of her brother Richard White, and to the Colgan and Cronin families on the passing of Brian Colgan.

Ballymac players Adrian O’Connor, Gearóid Joy, Eric Quirke, Rory O’Connor, Flynn Boyle, Harvey Leen and Neilus O’Connor who were part of the Castleisland District team that topped Group 1 in the U16 County Championship.

U10 Boys: A great morning in Ardfert with 21 players split into three teams, playing three competitive Go Games each and showing great confidence and teamwork throughout.

ST PATS GAA NOTES Seniors - Relegation: A defeat to Currow in the Relegation Playoff Semi-Final in Ballymac. Next up: Relegation Final against Tarbert in Mountcoal on Saturday September 5th at 5pm. All support for the team would be greatly appreciated.

U13 Boys: A brilliant display away to Ballymac in Round 1 of the Central League, with a special mention to Aaron Costello who scored five goals on the night.

U14 Boys: Next game against Ardfert in the ARC on Tuesday September 1st at 6:30pm.

U12 Girls: Next game away to Moyvane on Thursday September 3rd at 7pm.

U8 Girls: Great energy and fun in preparation for the LGFA Passage West blitz next weekend. Best of luck to the U8, U10 and U12 girls travelling to Passage West.

Congratulations to St Brendan’s Minors on their Round 3 Championship win over Mid Kerry, with club players Darragh Murphy, Michael Enright, Jack Costello and Rodhán Cullloo involved and Derek O’Sullivan as manager. They now face St Kieran’s in the Quarter Final on Thursday September 3rd. Best of luck to St Brendan’s Board U16s in their Championship semi-final games on Monday August 31st, including several St Pats players.

KERRY FC - SSE AIRTRICITY MEN’S FIRST DIVISION Kerry FC delivered a superb 3-1 home win over Treaty United at Mounthawk Park on Friday, cutting the gap to the playoff places to just two points with eight games remaining. Sean McGrath opened the scoring with a brilliant individual effort in the 44th minute before Treaty levelled through Ronan Manning in the 65th. Ryan Perez restored the lead two minutes later after coming off the bench, finishing coolly at the near post.

Darren Nwankwo’s red card for Treaty in the 72nd minute allowed Kerry to control the closing stages and Niall Brookwell bundled home a third from a corner in the 77th minute to seal a memorable Munster Derby win. Kerry’s unbeaten home run now stands at twelve games.

Next up: away to Longford Town in Bishopsgate next weekend.

BALLYMAC GAA CLUB NOTES Senior Ladies: A special mention for the entire senior squad, management team of Ian Blake, selectors Gene O’Keeffe, Tony Silles and Mike Broderick, and all the backroom team, on a remarkable season that delivered All-Ireland Junior Championship glory last year and secured Intermediate status for 2027.

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U16 Girls - County League SemiFinal: A dominant 9-15 to 4-06 win over Duagh to reach the county final. Ballymac led 5-08 to 2-03 at half time and Holly O’Neill was outstanding throughout. The girls now await the winner of Beaufort v Beale in the final.

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HAPPY ROCKITES: A cheerful group of Black’n’Amber-clad Austin Stack Club Under 8 boys had a great outing to Ardfert last Thursday. They played enjoyable and skilful football. Thanks to Ricky and his team of coaches, who have been passing on their football knowledge, these boys are learning the game well in a fun environment. The boys’ family supporters enjoyed the evening too. Bhí an-am ag óg agus ag aosta in Ard Fhearta; agus bhí Adrienne i láthair lena ‘Canon.’ Happy days!

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THE MIRACLE PRAYERS Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked for many favours, this time I ask you this special one (mention favour). Take it dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your Heart where your Father sees it, then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour not mine. Amen. Say this prayer three times for three days and your favour will be granted. Never known to fail. Must promise publication of prayer. C.O.R.

THE MIRACLE PRAYERS Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked for many favours, this time I ask you this special one (mention favour). Take it dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your Heart where your Father sees it, then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour not mine. Amen. Say this prayer three times for three days and your favour will be granted. Never known to fail. Must promise publication of prayer.C.O.R.

THE MIRACLE PRAYERS Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked for many favours, this time I ask you this special one (mention favour). Take it dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your Heart where your Father sees it, then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour not mine. Amen. Say this prayer three times for three days and your favour will be granted. Never known to fail. Must promise publication of prayer. C.O.R..

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THE MIRACLE PRAYERS Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked for many favours, this time I ask you this special one (mention favour). Take it dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your Heart where your Father sees it, then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour not mine. Amen. Say this prayer three times for three days and your favour will be granted. Never known to fail. Must promise publication of prayer.M.H.K.

THE MIRACLE PRAYERS Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked for many favours, this time I ask you this special one (mention favour). Take it dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your Heart where your Father sees it, then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour not mine. Amen. Say this prayer three times for three days and your favour will be granted. Never known to fail. Must promise publication of prayer.M.H.K.

Tralee says Goodbye to one of its great characters , Walter Lyons Rest in Peace, Walter.

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