We celebrate our 150 year history this year and we couldn’t do so much without our incredible team of staff, volunteers and supporters.
Last night at the GSPCA we held our third volunteer induction evening of 2023.
Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “Last night we held our third Volunteer Induction Evening of 2023.”
“Team member Sarah Harrison greeted the 4 attendees who arrived at 630pm where they had an induction which was followed by a chat with GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne.”
“The first started this morning, another tomorrow and a third on Sunday with the fourth yet to set a date.”
“From helping with the Charity Shop to walking dogs, helping with events to admin the 4 ladies were keen to help in a range of areas.”
“We have never been so busy as we have been in current years and with plans of new builds to meeting every day demands we are currently recruiting for additional team members at the GSPCA.”
“We are always looking for help as we are busy 365 days a year and volunteering is just one of the amazing ways to support us and the animals at the GSPCA.”
“We can start those interested earlier, but our fourth volunteer induction evening of 2023 is set for the 31st May and all are welcome although volunteers to help on site do have to be 16 or over.”
“From walking dogs to fund raising, our charity shop in town to cleaning hedgehogs, helping deliver Puffins to admin, gardening to IT there really is something for everyone to help at the GSPCA.”
“Every day we help save lives and support our community in a vast array of ways as we have done for 150 years.”
“With over 300 animals in our care at anytime there is always plenty to do and as Spring is upon us we are already very busy.”
“As well as volunteer positions we also are looking for new staff team members to help cover 24/7.”
“To apply for a paid position please download the application pack below, call 257261 and we can post one out, email [email protected] or pop in to collect a pack.”
"All this year we are celebrating 150 years and there are many ways to get involved - https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-celebrating-150-year ."
The volunteer age for inductions is now from 16 years and up and we have opportunities in all parts of our activities here at the GSPCA.
From helping with our busy ambulance service to walking dogs, our full cattery to our packed rabbit and small animal department, over 100 hedgehogs to over 30 reptiles, gardening to helping on reception.
Next Induction dates which are all at 630pm start are:
Wednesday 31st May 2023 - Volunteer Induction Evening
Wednesday 12th July 2023 – Volunteer Induction Evening
Wednesday 13th September 2023 - Volunteer Induction Evening
Wednesday 25th October 2023 - Volunteer Induction Evening
Wednesday 22nd November 2023 – Volunteer Induction Evening
If you can’t make it and would like to become a volunteer please download and return the following application form to [email protected] and we can arrange a remote induction
http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Volunteer%20Application%20Au...
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We are currently advertising for additional staff members at the GSPCA and we are looking for the following:
- Full Time Animal Care Assistant Post with Night Duties
- Weekend Hedgehog & Wildlife Assistant
- Weekend Cattery Assistant
- Weekend Receptionist (various hours available)
- Weekend Maintenance and Animal Ambulance
- Casual Animal Care Assistant and Receptionists
We have some departments that require specific help on weekends especially the hedgehog and wildlife areas, the cattery, reception on Saturdays and help with maintenance and the animal ambulance.
If you would like to apply for a vacancy to download a pack please click here https://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/application_ACA_pack_Feb%202023.pdf .
You can also get a pack sent out by popping in, calling 01481 257261 or email [email protected]
All applicants are required to complete an application form which is included in the pack and return it to the GSPCA, Rue des Truchots, St Andrews, Guernsey, GY6 8UD or email [email protected]
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)
GSPCA Celebrates 150 years in 2023
This year the GSPCA celebrate 150 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
Twitter https://twitter.com/GSPCA
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/gspca-guernsey-965b0751/
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gspca_guernsey/
Subscribe to our Supporters Newsletter
To subscribe to our supporters newsletter and find out about upcoming events and news please go to https://us14.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=9324335c87c8b3ec9f0016f2a&id=e61c951a08
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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11am – 4pm
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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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11am – 4pm
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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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11am – 4pm
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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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11am – 4pm
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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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11am – 4pm
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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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11am – 4pm
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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
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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 -
Are you supporting the GSPCA our 150th year? Here are a few ways you could get involved | GSPCA Guernsey
March 2023 – Adopt a Rescue Guinea Pig Month
Wednesday 22nd March - International Day of the Seal
Thursday 23rd March 2023 – National Puppy Day
Wednesday 29th March 2023 - Volunteer Induction Evening
April 2023 – Easter Virtual Pet Show
Sunday 2nd April – National Ferret Day
Tuesday 4th April 2023 – World Rat Day
Tuesday 25th April 2023 – World Penguin Day
April 2022 Autism Guernsey and GSPCA Puffin Parade Launch – Date to be Confirmed https://puffinparade.org.gg/
April 2023 – AGM – Date to be Confirmed
May 2023 - International Respect for Chickens Month
7th May 2023 EDABL Seafront Sunday
Friday 12th May to Friday 19th May GSPCA 150th Year Cupcake Week https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-cupcake-week
Sunday 21st May 2023 150th Year Celebrations & Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday - https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/animal-welfare-sea-front-sunday
Tuesday 23rd May 2023 International Turtle Day
Tuesday 30th May – International Hug Your Cat Day
Wednesday 31st May 2023 - Volunteer Induction Evening
June 2023 – National Microchipping Month
June 2023 – 150th Year Sponsored Dog Walk – Date to be Confirmed
4th June 2023 Arts Seafront Sunday
10th June 2023 Saffrey Rotary Walk https://safferyrotarywalk.org.gg/
Summer 2023 – Summer Sunday Family Lunch
Wednesday 14th June 2023 – World Sea Turtle Day
Sunday 25th June 2023 – Guernsey Charities Fete
25th June 2023 EDABL Seafront Sunday
Friday 23rd June 2023 - Take Your Dog To Work Day
June 26th to July 3rd 2023 – National Rabbit Week
Monday 5th July 2023 – Viaer MArchi at Saumarez Park - https://nationaltrust.gg/events/all/event/saumarez-park/viaer-marchi-2022/6
Wednesday 12th July 2023 – Volunteer Induction Evening
Sunday 16th July 2023 – World Snake Day
6th August 2023 EDABL Seafront Sunday
13th August 2023 EDABL Seafront Sunday
Monday 14th August 2023 – World Lizard Day
16th and 17th August 2023 – West Show - https://thewestshow.com/
23rd and 24th August 2023 – North Show - https://northshow.org.gg/
September 2023 - World Animal Remembrance Month
GSPCA 150th Year Ball – Date to be Confirmed
24th September 2023 St Johns Ambulance Seafront Sunday
Wednesday 13th September 2023 - Volunteer Induction Evening
October 2023 - World Animal Month
Wednesday 4th October 2023 - World Animal Day
Wednesday 25th October 2023 - Volunteer Induction Evening
Wednesday 8th November 2023 – GSPCA Dog First aid Course
Wednesday 15th November 2023 – GSPCA Cat First aid Course
Wednesday 22nd November 2023 – Volunteer Induction Evening
Monday 4th December 2023 – World Wildlife Conservation Day
Many more events will be added and dates to be confirmed and if you have any events or ideas to celebrate our 150 years please get in touch…………..
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