Pet owners are being reminded to neuter and micro-chip their furry friends as Ireland marks World Animal Day.

The ISPCA are asking all animal lovers to make sure their pet's welfare needs are met.

ISPCA public relations manager Carmel Murray says: "Each and every one of us can make a difference to improve animal welfare and during World Animal Week, there is no better time to give animals a voice.

"They cannot speak for themselves and World Animal Week is the perfect time to celebrate the wonderful role our pets play in our lives."

ISPCA ambassador Rosanna Davison and Holly White with rescued pets Max and Ringo | Image: ISPCA

Owners are also being asked to share a photograph or video of their pets online using the hashtags #GiveThemAVoice and #ISPCA.

"They cannot tell their stories themselves so we need you, our incredible animal lovers and supporters to tell their stories for them", Ms Murray added.

The ISPCA says pet owners can also help by re-homing a rescued animal, volunteering in their spare time or simply by making a donation.