2507. Deputy Jennifer Whitmore asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the number of inspections carried out at commercial dog breeding establishments in each of the past five years; the number of non-compliances identified; the number of enforcement actions taken; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55837/26]

My Department does not hold information on the number of inspections carried out by the Dog Warden Service or the number of inspections carried out prior to January 2025. This information can be requested from the local authorities directly.

My Department carried out 128 inspections on dog breeding establishments on behalf of local authorities in 2025. Of these, 89 inspections were unannounced. My Department issued one improvement Notice and three Closure Notices.

The mid-year figures for 2026 are currently being compiled and are expected to be available in the coming weeks.