HORSES, ponies and donkeys that live in areas where there is a considerable amount of Halloween related noise should be securely stabled to prevent them from escaping or doing damage to themselves, recommends the ISPCA.

Unfortunately stray animals can sometimes bear the brunt of Halloween pranks. If you witness an animal being subjected to cruel treatment, please notify your local Gardai immediately and contact the ISPCA National Animal Cruelty Helpline in confidence on 1890 515 515 or report cruelty online at ispca.ie/cruelty_complaint.