Information on Equine Grass Sickness from the States Vet in Guernsey

Submitted by GSPCA on 11:54, 24th Feb, 2014 | 0

Following the death of a horse in Guernsey the GSPCA would like to draw horse owners attention to information released recently by the States Vet David Chamberlain:

The States Veterinary Officer would like to advise horse owners of the confirmed presence on the Island of the disease Equine Grass Sickness (EGS) which has been confirmed by laboratory analysis at the Animal Health Trust to be the cause of the death of a horse in the last 10 days

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BIG FISH APPEAL - Please help support the many sick and injured seabirds and seals at the GSPCA

Submitted by GSPCA on 13:20, 21st Feb, 2014 | 0

At the GSPCA we have had the busiest start to a year with seals and seabirds than the team can remember.

Currently we have 14 guillemots, 1 gannet and 2 seal pups at the Animal Shelter.

As you can imagine they are eating a healthy amount of fish and we really need your support.

From sandeels to sprats, herring and mackerel each animal is eating large numbers to help with their recuperation.

You can donate online through our Just Giving Page, by calling 01481 257261, by post or by popping into the Shelter in St Andrews.

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GSPCA Dog & Cat First Aid Training Courses in March & May 2014

Submitted by GSPCA on 10:41, 21st Feb, 2014 | 0

After the success of the recent training at the GSPCA we are planning additional sessions through the year.

The dates for the first aid courses are:

Cat First Aid 9.30am - 11.45am Sunday 2nd March 2013 - FULLY BOOKED

Dog First Aid 9.30am - 11.45am Sunday 23rd March 2013 - FULLY BOOKED

Cat First Aid 9.30am - 11.45am Sunday 18th May 2013 - Ref - Cat 18/5

Dog First Aid 9.30am - 11.45am Sunday 25th May 2013 - Ref - Dog 25/5

All courses are a minimum £15 donation and you must book your place by the Saturday before the training session.

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Dazfest 2014 - Saturday 22nd February 2014 - Tickets on sale

Submitted by GSPCA on 17:19, 20th Feb, 2014 | 0

In April 2014 Daz Carre will be running the Marathon Des Sables, a 155 mile run through the Sahara Desert which takes place in 100 degree temperatures. This is pretty extreme.

He'll be doing this for the Specsavers Children's Charity and the GSPCA and The Tav has decided to help him out in his fund raising efforts by throwing a party for him - after all, we might not see him again!
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Pet Bereavement Training for Bailiwick Pet Professionals and Volunteers

Submitted by GSPCA on 15:40, 20th Feb, 2014 | 0

The GSPCA and Guernsey Bereavement Service are teaming up for the first time to provide a training session in Pet Bereavement for those working or volunteering in the animal care industry in the Bailiwick of Guernsey.

The aim of the evening is to educate the many volunteers and staff across the Bailiwick help those pet owners with the loss of their beloved pet.

The session is set for Wednesday 23rd April 2014 at the GSPCA Animal Shelter in St Andrews.

Zoe Le Pelley from the Guernsey Bereavement Service will lead the talk on the following subjects:

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Robin needs his Batman - Appeal for a cat needing a major operation at the GSPCA

Submitted by GSPCA on 19:10, 10th Oct, 2013 | 0

Robin is a male adult stray cat that came in extremely thin with multiple health problems.

When first found he even smelt as though he had been living out of a bin for some time.

With no owner found, Robin who has a lovely nature is in desperate need for your help and requires major surgery on his head to remove growths from both ears.

Anna Paint Senior Animal Care Assistant said 'Robin is adorable and has been through a lot already and we now need help to get his ears operated on.'

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This Sunday will you have your sunglasses? Reservoir Dogs Sponsored Walk - Produced by Sidney’s Sponsored Events

Submitted by GSPCA on 10:04, 19th Sep, 2013 | 0

With only days until Sunday 22nd September and the Reservoir Dogs Sponsored Dog Walk have you got your shades at the ready?

Fear not the first 10 walkers to arrive will get a free pair of sunglasses which have been donated.

Meeting in Reservoir Rue Des Annevilles Car Park at 10am and finishing in Reservoir Rue A L’Or Car Park the walk around the Reservoir will have a Reservoir theme and we'd love to see you and your dog(s) all kitted out to make for a fun Sunday morning.

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List of events at the Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday this weekend - please help us spread the word

Submitted by GSPCA on 11:33, 10th Sep, 2013 | 0

With only a few days to go to the Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday and the last of the Seafront Sundays for 2013 here is a list of just some of the events and times -

8am Seafront Road closes for setting up of the Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday

9.45am Stall holders to have their  vehicles off of the Seafront unless permission has been pre arranged

10.00am  Military parade along the Seafront to the Town Church 

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Animal Less Animal Show (photo show of your animals) at the Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday on the 15th September

Submitted by GSPCA on 07:50, 5th Sep, 2013 | 0

Not got a dog or can't bring it down on the 15th September or you have other pets at home then this is your chance to take part in a show without the need to bring them along.

We are asking pet owners to take pictures of their pets and for 50p per entry per class you can enter your cat, rabbit, horse, donkey, stick insect, tortoise, whatever it may be into a virtual pet show..

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Nominations are open for the Guernsey Community Awards - Could you nominate the GSPCA?

Submitted by GSPCA on 13:31, 3rd Sep, 2013 | 0

Last year the GSPCA were nominated for the 'Charity of the Year Award' at the Community Awards and we would like to ask you if you would vote for us this for 2013 as the Awards are now open.

Whether it is a fundraising project run by a local charity, a group of individuals or a team from a local business, or simply individual members of the public who feel motivated to do something for charity, Guernsey has an exceptional ability to raise money and contribute many man hours to the voluntary and community sector.

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