Channel Island seal pups still under intensive care at the GSPCA - see here to donate to their care
Submitted by Steve on 17:54, 1st Dec, 2017 |
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For nearly two weeks Trevor and Temperance the Channel Island seal pups have been at the GSPCA.
Both pups are still in intensive care and receiving around the clock treatment and feeds.
Trevor at only 11.5kg from Jersey and Temperance the Guernsey seal pup rescued from Beaucette Marina at only 11kg are in an adjoining enclosure and both are currently cared for at the intensive care seal unit in the GSPCA wildlife building.
Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “Both pups continue on rehydration fluid feed and are under heat lamps and intensive care at the GSPCA.”
“Geoff George who is the main carer of marine mammals at the GSPCA is heading up their care and both have seen the vet and are on a number of treatments including antibiotics, wormers and we continue to do all we can for them as they are still very weak.
“Both seal pups are severely emaciated, dehydrated and suffering from slight pneumonia with a number of other injuries.”
“Other ways you can donate to their care is by our paypal page https://www.paypal.me/DonateGSPCA , calling 01481 257261 or at the GSPCA, Rue des Truchots, St Andrews, Guernsey, GY6 8UD.”
"Thank you to everyone that has helped donate to Temperance and Trevor so far every penny helps make a huge difference."
Geoff George GSPCA Ambulance Driver and head carer of the seals said “Temperance and Trevor are still very weak after their ordeals and we continue with around the clock care at the GSPCA for them both.”
“We are working closely with the vets as they have a number of health issues which means they are both still very weak.”
Steve continued “We have launched a way that you can receive your very own seal pup this Christmas by becoming an Angel Pen Pal Sponsor with lots of ways to help the other animals at the GSPCA each month.”
“With seal pups being born around the Channel Islands if anyone finds one and is concerned please do not approach it but call your local helpline as soon as possible and in Guernsey that is 257261.”
“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.”
“A healthy pup looks like a big, stuffed maggot without a neck, however, a thin pup looks sleek, not bony and has a visible neck, like a healthy dog.”
Donate by post or at the Animal Shelter (cheques payable to ‘GSPCA’) - GSPCA, Rue des Truchots, St Andrews, Guernsey, GY6 8UD
If you join and become an Angel Pen Pal Sponsor or give as a gift to a loved one you can be part of something special and receive some great gifts which include -
Your very own cuddly white seal pup (please note real seal pups aren't cuddly in real life and if you spot one please call the GSPCA on 257261)
A Christmas GSPCA Pin Badge
A Christmas card from the animals at the GSPCA
A free GSPCA t-shirt or polo shirt for those donating £5 a month or more (children's sizes available)
Or a free GSPCA hoodie or sweat shirt for those donating £10 a month or more (children's sizes available)
A plaque on the GSPCA Angel pen Pal Sponsor Board
A Certificate
A Car Sticker
Angel Pen Pal Sponsors to gain free access 11am to 4pm to animal viewing areas at the GSPCA.
Our most recent newsletter (which you receive each quarter with updates)
In our newsletter we have Angel Pen Pal updates on many of the animals you help sponsor
For more information please call 01481 257261 or email [email protected]
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.
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By post cheques payable to 'GSPCA' - GSPCA, Rue des Truchots, St Andrews, Guernsey, GY6 8UD
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