Submitted by GSPCA on 16:52, 10th Jan, 2014 | 0

Today the GSPCA rescued a second sick seal pup in less than 24 hours since the last.

Eden as she has been fondly named was seen earlier this afternoon in Havelet Bay on the Castle Pier next to Castle Cornet and was reported to the Animal Shelter.

Geoff George Animal Collection Officer rushed to the scene and arrived just after 2pm where he was faced with one of the thinnest pups we have had in many years.

Geoff quickly restrained the very ill pup and transported her to the GSPCA Wildlife Unit.

Eden has been weighed and like Trinity the seal pup who was rescued yesterday should be over 40kg unfortunately is just over 15kg which is 3kg less than Trinity and only three eighths of what she should weigh.

Eden has been given re-hydration fluids but the team are very worried as she is much weaker than Trinity.

Staff at the Shelter will be working around the clock to care for Eden to help ensure she survives.

Geoff George ACO said 'This bad weather really hasn't helped our seal population around the Bailiwick and both Trinity and Eden are just two of the casualties.'

'It's been non stop here the last few days at the Shelter rescuing wildlife and birds but its what we are here for.'

'We will have to tube feed Eden every two hours or so through the night, if not over the next few days if she has any chance of survival.'

'Thankfully Trinity is doing quite well but still a long way off being fit enough to go back to the wild.'

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said 'We are so thankful to the kind individuals who have spotted both seal pups and reported them to us as in their condition to have been left in the wild they would surely have died.'

'Trinity is already eating whole fish and hopefully Eden will be on them next week if we can help pull her through the hardest 24 hours which we now face.'

'We are appealing for donations of mackerel and herring as it will take hundreds over the next two months or so to get them fit enough to be released back to the wild.'

'Thank you to everyone who has donated so far it is really appreciated.'

To donate to Trinity and Edens Big Fish Appeal please call 01481 257261, pop along to the Animal Shelter in St Andrews, by post or by clicking the link below.

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We will of course keep you up to date with Trinity and Edens progress and keep your eyes open for pictures and videos.

If anyone see's a pup with or without a mum we really do appreciate a call so that we are aware of its location and condition but here is some advice.

A healthy pup looks like a big, stuffed maggot without a neck. However, a thin pup looks sleek (but not bony) and has a visible neck, like a healthy dog.

PLEASE DO NOT TOUCH THE SEAL. They can give a nasty bite, which will become infected by bacteria that live in a seal’s mouths.

Note: Do not allow dogs or other animals to harass a seal.

If a Seal is scared back into the water, it could then be washed out to sea by strong currents and be lost. You should not put a seal pup back in the sea as it may get into difficulty.

If a Seal pup is sick, thin or injured then we would ask you to contact the GSPCA immediately on 01481 257261 day or night

When reporting an injured, sick or abandoned seal to the GSPCA, please make sure you are able to supply the following information:

  • Exact location; nearest town / village
  • Position on the beach, and state of the tide
  • How long you have observed the pup; any disturbance / risk to it; whether the mother has been seen
  • Any wounds / obvious signs of illness
  • Length/colour/condition.

Caution:- Handling of any animal either domestic, wild, dead or alive may be potentially hazardous. Obvious dangers include bites, scratches and general hygiene issues. Common sense should be applied in all instances and, if unsure, seek additional advice or assistance. Personal hygiene should be taken into consideration after handling any animal, whether it’s domestic, wild, dead or alive.

To see some of the previous stories follow the links below

Seal Rescue to Save Jethou Bumblebee 25th November 2012

Hanois the grey seal pup rescued on Saturday by GSPCA staff 7th January 2013

Jethou Bumblebee & Hanois the rescued grey seal pups back in the wild 18th April 2013

The Rescue of Trinity the Seal Pup 9th January 2014

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Also to find out how you can get involved please go to - http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-purple-week

Previous stories

GSPCA staff going with the theme of GSPCA Purple Week 10th - 16th February | Please sponsor them 21st January 2014

GSPCA Purple Week

To donate to Trinity and Edens Big Fish Appeal please call 01481 257261, pop along to the Animal Shelter in St Andrews, by post or by clicking the link below.

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The following are events planned for 2014

 

Date

Event

 

17th – 22nd February 2014

Half Term and Open Week at the GSPCA.  Our Training and Event Room will be open with items for sale, refreshments and animals in need of homes on view.

 

Wednesday 26th February 2014

Volunteer Induction Evening at the GSPCA from Starts 6.30pm Finishes 8pm

For information on Volunteering please click here

930am Sunday 2nd  March 2014

Cat Basic First Aid & Care Training Course with the GSPCA – Minimum donation of £15 per person

http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/first-gspca-dog-first-aid-proves-enjoyable-and-educational-experience

630pm Thursday 6th March 2014

Dingle Dell’s Flying Visit at the Pavilion

http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/freedom-food-fund-raiser-pavilion-dingle-dells-flying-visit

930am Sunday 23rd March 2014

Dog Basic First Aid & Care Training Course with the GSPCA – Minimum donation of £15 per person

http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/first-gspca-dog-first-aid-proves-enjoyable-and-educational-experience

1st April – 5th May 2014

National Pet Adoption Month

 

Wednesday 2nd April 2014

Volunteer Induction Evening at the GSPCA from Starts 6.30pm Finishes 8pm

For information on Volunteering please click here

Friday 4th April 2014

World Stray Day - Come see our stall in Market Square, St Peter Port

Date and details to be finalised

7th – 22nd April 2014

Guernsey Easter Term Break

 

Monday 28th April – 4th May 2014

GSPCA Cupcake Week

For more details please click here

5th – 11th May 2014

Rabbit Awareness Week

 

9th May 2014

Liberation Day – We are hoping to have a stall at the event in St Peter Port

http://www.guernseyliberationday.com/

Sunday 11th May 2014

Car Boot Sale with MENFUN

Details to follow

 

Wednesday 14th May 2014

Volunteer Induction Evening at the GSPCA from Starts 6.30pm Finishes 8pm

For information on Volunteering please click here

1st – 30th June 2014

Microchip Month

 

Sunday 1st June 2014

GSPCA Summer Dog Show – To be held at Fairfields

Details to follow

Sunday 7th June 2014

Itex Walk – in 2013 we were lucky enough to be one of the nominated charities

http://www.itexwalk.gg/

Sunday 15th June 2014

Fathers Day Half Marathon – Do you fancy running for the GSPCA? To create your Just Giving sponsored event page please go to - http://www.justgiving.com/gspca

http://guernseyathletics.org.gg/half/

27th – 29th June 2013

Chaos Music Festival – Come see our stall at this wonderful annual event

 

Wednesday 2nd July 2014

Volunteer Induction Evening at the GSPCA from Starts 6.30pm Finishes 8pm

For information on Volunteering please click here

Sunday 5th July 2014

Viva Las Vegas Summer Ball & Casino Night Saturday 5th July 2014 at St Pierre Park in aid of GSPCA & Thomson Memorial Trust

http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/viva-las-vegas-summer-ball-casino-night-saturday-5th-july-2014-st-pierre-park-aid-gspca-thomson

19th July – 31st August 2014

Guernsey Summer Term Break

 

8th – 9th August 2014

South Show - Come see our stall at this wonderful annual event

Date and details to be finalised

13th – 14th August 2014

West Show - Come see our stall at this wonderful annual event

Date and details to be finalised

16th August 2014

It’s A Knockout - Come see our stall at this wonderful annual event

Date and details to be finalised

20th – 21st August 2014

North Show - Come see our stall at this wonderful annual event

Date and details to be finalised

23rd August 2014

Donkey Derby - Come see our stall at this wonderful annual event

Date and details to be finalised

24th August 2014

Guernsey Waterfront Marathon – Do you fancy running for the GSPCA? To create your Just Giving sponsored event page please go to - http://www.justgiving.com/gspca

http://www.guernseymarathon.gg/

 

Possibly 30th August 2014

GSPCA Flag Day - Come see our stall at this wonderful annual event

Date and details to be finalised

Wednesday 3rd September 2014

Volunteer Induction Evening at the GSPCA from Starts 6.30pm Finishes 8pm

For information on Volunteering please click here

Sunday 14th  September 2014

Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday

Date and details to be finalised

Saturday 4th October 2014

World Animal Day - Come see our stall in Market Square, St Peter Port

Date and details to be finalised

Saturday 4th October 2014

World Animal Day – PAWS for a pint an event around local pubs, bars and restaurants in Guernsey

Date and details to be finalised

Sunday 5th October 2014

Animal Castle

Details to follow

Sunday 12th October 2014

Car Boot Sale with MENFUN

Details to follow

Wednesday 24th October 2014

Volunteer Induction Evening at the GSPCA from Starts 6.30pm Finishes 8pm

For information on Volunteering please click here

To be confirmed - November 2014

Halloween Style Fun Dog Show & Pet Picture Show

Date and details to be finalised

27th October – 2nd November 2014

Guernsey Half Break Term

 

To be confirmed - November 2014

GSPCA Halloween/Winter Ball

Date and details to be finalised

November 2014

Round Table Christmas Fayre

Date and details to be finalised

Wednesday 26th November 2014

Volunteer Induction Evening at the GSPCA from Starts 6.30pm Finishes 8pm

For information on Volunteering please click here

Thursdays in December 2014

Stall in St Peter Port for the Late Night Shopping

 

22nd December 2014

Guernsey  Christmas Term Break starts

 

Sunday 14th December 2014

GSPCA Christmas Themed Santa Style Dog Sponsored Walk. To create your Just Giving sponsored event page please go to - http://www.justgiving.com/gspca

 

 

To find out about how to become a Member, Sponsor an Animal Pen, our Wish List, Corporate Sponsorship & Volunteering, Events, our Cattery Appeal and much more please click here.

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