On the 6th November 2023 a loggerhead turtle was washed up on the West Coast of Guernsey.
Barnacle Bill as the young turtle was called has since that time been in the care of the GSPCA.
On arrival she was very cold and weak but in the care of the Animal Shelter quickly improved and has been growing and putting weight on ever since.
She was microchipped back in November and the paperwork submitted for her travels home to warmer waters and although thankfully we received the Guernsey export paperwork very quickly thanks to the Guernsey States Vets.
Sadly however we still seek appropriate Import paperwork which in the first instance was to Gran Canaria but due to complications we are having to explore other destinations such as Cape Verde or possibly Turkey.
Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “Barnacle Bill the loggerhead turtle who was rescued back in November and who was one of Storm Ciarans casualties has been with us for 9 months and has tripled in weight since her arrival and has been growing so well we are now looking for a much larger enclosure for her while we continue to seek CITES paperwork and a suitable destination for her to be transported.”
“To move endangered species like loggerhead turtles we require export and import CITES documents and although we received the Guernsey forms very quickly we in the first instance have been looking to move her to a rescue in Gran Canaria that we have used previously but due to the UK coming out of the EU the Spanish import forms have been much more complicated.”
“We have been informed we could transport her to a centre in the UK where they could hold for a quarantine period before being transported to Gran Canaria but we would rather not have to transport her more than we have to so are currently looking at options in Cape Verde and Turkey.”
“Off the back of a BBC Guernsey interview we did we have an offer of a flight from a member of public who owns a jet as we want to get Barnacle Bill to Gran Canaria where there is a wonderful turtle rescue who can make sure she is ready and who would release her for us.”
“The most important thing is we need to get Barnacle Bill back where she belongs as she is growing every day and we are appealing to find her much larger swimming quarters as we continue to care for her.”
“If you can help with a heated pool for her ideally around 4 feet squared or larger and pumps please do call 257261 or email [email protected] .”
“You can support the care of Barnacle Bill and the other animals in our care by donating by phone 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) .”
“For the 1000’s of wild animals that come through the doors we are about to start building a Wildlife Hospital as well as other facilities and to find out more check out https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-biggest-build-appeal .”
“We will of course keep everyone up to date and check out the Summer tour dates as you will have a chance to visit Barnacle Bill.”
To see Barnacle Bills arrival story please visit - https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/barnacle-bill-loggerhead-sea-turtle-one-casualties-gspca-storm-ciaran
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
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LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/gspca-guernsey-965b0751/
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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
| Reception & Shop area | Collecting/Dropping Off Boarding Dogs & Cats | Viewing animals for adoption | Emergencies Call 257261 or the Shelter is manned 24/7 | GSPCA Charity Shop in Smith Street |
Monday’s | 9am – 5pm | 11am – 4pm | 11am – 4pm | 24/7 | 8am - 530pm |
Tuesday’s | 9am – 5pm | 11am – 4pm | 11am – 4pm | 24/7 | 8am - 530pm |
Wednesday’s | 9am – 5pm | 11am – 4pm | 11am – 4pm | 24/7 | 8am - 530pm |
Thursday’s | 9am – 5pm | 11am – 4pm | 11am – 4pm | 24/7 | 8am - 530pm |
Friday’s | 9am – 5pm | 11am – 4pm | 11am – 4pm | 24/7 | 8am - 530pm |
Saturday’s | 9am – 5pm | 11am – 4pm | 11am – 4pm | 24/7 | 8am - 530pm |
Sunday’s | 11am – 4pm | 11am – 4pm | 11am – 4pm | 24/7 | Closed |
Bank Holiday’s (**Varied times**) | **Possibly 11am – 4pm** | **Possibly 11am – 4pm** | **Possibly 11am – 4pm** | 24/7 | Closed unless advertised |
Upcoming Events we are at and need your help -
GSPCA Summer Guided Tour Monday 5th August 2024 130pm - 3pm To book please go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gspca-easter-guided-tours-tickets-627151335527?aff=oddtdtcreator
GSPCA Summer Guided Tour Tuesday 6th August 2024 130pm - 3pm To book please go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gspca-easter-guided-tours-tickets-627151335527?aff=oddtdtcreator
Saturday 10th August 2024 – South Show - https://www.facebook.com/p/The-South-Show-Guernsey-100063716101224/
GSPCA Summer Guided Tour Monday 12th August 2024 130pm - 3pm To book please go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gspca-easter-guided-tours-tickets-627151335527?aff=oddtdtcreator
GSPCA Summer Guided Tour Tuesday 13th August 2024 130pm - 3pm To book please go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gspca-easter-guided-tours-tickets-627151335527?aff=oddtdtcreator
Wednesday 14th and Thursday 15th August 2024 – West Show - https://thewestshow.com/
GSPCA Summer Guided Tour Monday 19th August 2024 130pm - 3pm To book please go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gspca-easter-guided-tours-tickets-627151335527?aff=oddtdtcreator
GSPCA Summer Guided Tour Tuesday 20th August 2024 130pm - 3pm To book please go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gspca-easter-guided-tours-tickets-627151335527?aff=oddtdtcreator
Wednesday 21st and Thursday 22nd August 2024 – North Show - https://northshow.org.gg/
GSPCA Summer Guided Tour Monday 26th August 2024 130pm - 3pm To book please go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gspca-easter-guided-tours-tickets-627151335527?aff=oddtdtcreator
GSPCA Summer Guided Tour Tuesday 27th August 2024 130pm - 3pm To book please go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gspca-easter-guided-tours-tickets-627151335527?aff=oddtdtcreator
Sunday 25th August 2024 - EDABL Seafront Sunday - https://www.edablgsy.org/
Tuesday 10th September 2024 630pm Volunteer Induction Evening https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers
Wednesday 2nd to Sunday 6th October 2024 - Skipton Swimarathon - https://www.swimarathon.org/
October Half Term Tours – to be confirmed
Tuesday 5th November 2024 630pm Volunteer Induction Evening https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers
Dog First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Tuesday 12th November 2024 - Ref - Dog 12/11 https://www.gspca.org.gg/services/training-courses
Cat First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Tuesday 19th November 2024 - Ref - Cat 19/11 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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