This facility for Dogs Trust in Dublin was finished, not only on time but on budget and to an exceptionally high standard. It is clearly one of the best dog rehoming facilities in the world.
The project includes a number of state-of-the-art features such as electric opening hatches for dogs, full glazed-in stainless steel compartments for the animals, with up to date ventilation and heating systems, all run on renewable technologies including ground source heat pumps, solar water heating, low energy lighting, and re-cycled rain water. The facility also has a sewage treatment system to provide on-site purification of waste water.
After progressing to tender in the project and securing a contractor, the only large hurdles faced during the conversion were a lack of water supply to the building and issues with internet connection. Thankfully, both issues were resolved with effective communication between the necessary parties.
The new state-of-the-art practice, which opened in January of 2022, now offers the community exceptional facilities including separate cat and dog waiting areas, fully equipped consult rooms, exotics ward, isolation, two large theatres, and dental suite.