Dogs Trust Ireland has said some homeowners with dogs are struggling as they readjust to life with the easing of the pandemic restrictions.
The charity said it is receiving eight requests every day from people who wish to surrender their dogs as lockdown restrictions ease.
It is seeking to help them with an interactive 'Life after Lockdown' pack for dog owners. Dogs Trust Ireland Head of Communications Ciara Byrne said: "Our number one priority is to keep dogs in their homes".
Speaking on RTÉ's Morning Ireland, she urged anyone who is thinking about giving up their dog "to contact us and we will be able to help".