Each year at the GSPCA we hold Dog and Cat First Aid Courses.
For over a decade we have been running dog and cat first aid courses which help teach owners and pet lovers how to save the life of their pet or animal.
Last year we held our last Cat First Aid Course and greeted 13 attendees from Guernsey and Sark.
GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne who has over 27 years working in the field of animal rescue runs the training and with over 3000 animals through the doors every year at the GSPCA the team see cases of animal first aid on a daily basis here in Guernsey.
The next Dog First Aid training takes place on Tuesday 10th December 2024 with 2025 dates being set soon.
Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “Last night we held our last Cat First Aid training of 2024 at the GSPCA and what a fantastic evening.”
“We had 13 in attendance all learning how to save cats lives.”
“We are yet to set the 2025 courses but the last Dog First Aid training takes place on Tuesday 10th December.”
“From Police Officers to GSPCA team members, members of the public to an assistance dog we have trained a real variety of individuals wanting to learn how to save dogs lives.”
“Those that have attended have learnt to save dogs, cats and other animals lives and although we hope those attending never have to use the skills at least they will now have the knowledge of what to do in many circumstances.”
“We have been running dog and cat first aid courses for over seven years and have trained over 400 participants to help save animals lives.”
"We have ‘Casper’ who is our model first aid dog a bit like the Annie doll many may know for humans and he is a great way to show and learn how to carry out CPR on an unconscious dog."
“From dealing with dogs and cats chocking to heat stroke we cover a huge range of topics and life saving techniques that could really help save a pets life.”
“We always hope that the skills learned will not be needed but we have been told of circumstances of these skills helping in real life situations.”
"As owners of pets our worst fear is not knowing what to do if our four legged friend has an injury and this training helps pet owners learn and understand ways to help save your pets life."
“It is £25 per person and you can book online or call 257261.”
“A huge thank you to all that supported past events and we look forward seeing those keen to learn in the upcoming events.”
The dates for the first aid courses are:
Dog First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Tuesday 10th December 2024 - Ref - Dog 10/12
All first aid courses are a minimum £25 donation and you must book your place by 5pm before the course.
Within the sessions you get the chance to learn about what to do if you were faced with an emergency situation with your dog or cat. All participants receive handouts, a few goodies and a certificate.
To book your place call 01481 257261 or pay via the paypal link below using the reference code so we are aware which you would like to attend - www.paypal.me/DonateGSPCA
To see more training course information please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/training-courses
For lots of ways to support our work please visit www.gspca.org.gg
Steve continued ”As well as training there are many of ways to support us like our BIGGEST upcoming project which is our BIG BUILD And to find out more please check out https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-biggest-build-appeal.”
“We also have the Dolphin Discovery Trail 2025 with Autism Guernsey which we are quickly filling all the sponsor spaces and to find out more please go to https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/year-puffin-parade-auction-could-you-or-your-business-sponsor-dolphin-dolphin-discovery-trail-2 .”
“Another way to support is our Wish List and to see more and again about the BIG BUILD please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/our-plans-wish-list .“
“Maybe you’d like to volunteer and help animals to fund raising, admin to gardening and to volunteer check out http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers or to complete the volunteer application form please check out https://service.sheltermanager.com/asmservice?account=gspca&method=online_form_html&formid=14 .”
“We look forward seeing those attending the training sessions and will set dates for 2025 very soon.”
Donate
Donate by calling 01481 257261, by post to GSPCA, Rue des Truchots, St Andrews, Guernsey GY6 8UD or online https://giving.gg/donate/charity/2/Guernsey-Society-for-the-Prevention-of-Cruelty-to-Animals-(GSPCA)
BIGGEST BUILD APPEAL
The GSPCA have the BIGGEST BUILD APPEAL in our 150 year history and to find out more please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-biggest-build-appeal
GSPCA Celebrates 150 years in 2023 and 151 years in 2024
This year the GSPCA celebrate 150 into 151 years and to find out more please check out https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-celebrating-150-years
Sponsored Event
Why not create your own sponsored event or challenge - https://giving.gg/donate/charity/2/Guernsey-Society-for-the-Prevention-of-Cruelty-to-Animals-(GSPCA)
For lots more ideas why not visit our fundraising page www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising
Wish List
Check out our wish list page from the smallest of items to our biggest of projects there are many ways to support us - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/our-plans-wish-list
To visit our Amazon Wish list to see some of the items we need to help the wildlife please visit - https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/25MJPPDAGXHL1?type=WishList
GSPCA Wildlife Hospital Appeal
To make a direct donation please visit - https://giving.gg/donate/event/4618/Please-Support-the-GSPCA-Wildlife-Hospital-Appeal
To Buy a Brick in the new Wildlife Hospital and download a leaflet please click here - http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Buy%20a%20Brick%20Wildlife%20Hospital.pdf
Larger donors or corporates may want to make a larger donation and become an Exclusive Build Partner and to find out more please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-exclusive-build-partner
Legacies & Bequests
By leaving a gift to the GSPCA in your Will really helps us to improve the lives of animals into the future. After providing for those you care for, please consider leaving a proportion of what remains to the GSPCA it is so appreciated and makes a real lasting legacy.
A gift like this to the GSPCA ensures our animals and those in Guernsey will always have someone to keep them safe. To find out more please http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/gifts-wills-and-funding
Gift Aid on Donations over £500
To find out about the States of Guernsey tax relief information on gift aid up to 2020 on donations totalling between £500 and £5000 please see the details by going to https://www.gov.gg/CHttpHandler.ashx?id=2617&p=0
2021 gift aid is from £500 and up to £7500 and here are the details - https://www.gov.gg/article/151830/Income-tax-relief
To download the form to claim for 2020 or before please follow this link https://www.gov.gg/CHttpHandler.ashx?id=1994&p=0
Become a sponsor and GSPCA member
Why become an Angel Pen Pal Sponsor and support our work each month please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Angel%20sponsor%20form%20special%202018%20new.pdf
To become a Corporate Angel Pen Pal form for your business to sponsor animals in our care each year please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Corporate%20Angel%20Pen%20Pal%20sponsor%20formnew.pdf
Share our posts and follow us on social media
Many of you will have seen us on social media and your support liking and sharing our posts is really appreciated, and to visit our social media pages please go to
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GuernseySPCA
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LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/gspca-guernsey-965b0751/
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Subscribe to our Supporters Newsletter
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Below are our usual opening times but these are occasionally adjusted to ensure we provide the best of care for the animals and those needing our 24/7 help, in an emergency please call 01481 257261
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Reception & Shop area
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Collecting/Dropping Off Boarding Dogs & Cats
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Viewing animals for adoption
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Emergencies Call 257261 or the Shelter is manned 24/7
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GSPCA Charity Shop in Smith Street
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Monday’s
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9am – 5pm
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11am – 4pm
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11am – 4pm
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24/7
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8am - 530pm
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Tuesday’s
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9am – 5pm
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11am – 4pm
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11am – 4pm
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24/7
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8am - 530pm
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Wednesday’s
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9am – 5pm
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11am – 4pm
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11am – 4pm
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24/7
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8am - 530pm
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Thursday’s
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9am – 5pm
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11am – 4pm
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11am – 4pm
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24/7
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8am - 530pm
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Friday’s
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9am – 5pm
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11am – 4pm
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11am – 4pm
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24/7
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8am - 530pm
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Saturday’s
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9am – 5pm
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11am – 4pm
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11am – 4pm
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24/7
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8am - 530pm
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Sunday’s
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11am – 4pm
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11am – 4pm
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11am – 4pm
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24/7
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Closed
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Bank Holiday’s
(**Varied times**)
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**Possibly 11am – 4pm**
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**Possibly 11am – 4pm**
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**Possibly 11am – 4pm**
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24/7
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Closed unless advertised
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Upcoming Events we are at and need your help -
Cat First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Tuesday 19th November 2024 - Ref - Cat 19/11 https://www.gspca.org.gg/services/training-courses
Dog First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Tuesday 10th December 2024 - Ref - Dog 10/12 https://www.gspca.org.gg/services/training-courses
Christmas Tours – to be confirmed
February 2025 Tours – to be confirmed
Easter 2025 Tours – to be confirmed
2025 – Dolphin Parade - https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/coming-guernsey-2025-dolphin-parade-thanks-gspca-autism-guernsey
Many more events will be added and dates to be confirmed and if you have any events or ideas to please get in touch…………..
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