Today is World Animal Day - Please help the 500+ animals at the GSPCA and here are a few ways you can

Submitted by Steve on 08:16, 4th Oct, 2018 | 0

World Animal Day is celebrated each year on October 4. It started in Florence, Italy in 1931 at a convention of ecologists. On this day, animal life in all its forms is celebrated, and special events are planned on locations all over the globe. 4 October was originally chosen for World Animal Day because it is the feast day of Francis of Assisi, a nature lover and patron saint of animals and the environment. Numerous churches throughout the world observe the Sunday closest to 4 October with a Blessing for the Animals.

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A fantastic Peter Rabbit event at Beau Cinema in aid of the GSPCA

Submitted by Steve on 10:22, 3rd Oct, 2018 | 0

On Sunday 30th September the GSPCA team and animals took over the Beau Sejour reception area and Beau Cinema for a sell out event.

The Peter Rabbit movie was being shown at Beau Cinema in aid of the GSPCA and the reception area at Beau Sejour was filled with animals in the care of the GSPCA, games and tombolas, those in fancy dress, giant mascots including Beausie Bear and Peter Rabbit as well as the plans, leaflets and a 3d head set showcasing the proposed new Wildlife Hospital which is a much needed new facility.

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GSPCA 1920’s Ball a great night thanks to all involved

Submitted by Steve on 17:43, 2nd Oct, 2018 | 0

On Saturday 22nd September the GSPCA 1920s Ball took place at the Farmhouse Hotel.

The Farmhouse was packed with supporters and fantastically dressed 1920’s tables raising funds in aid of the GSPCA.

The £1000 raffle took place and all winners should have received a call or text about their prizes.

The entertainment was fantastic and there are so many thanks to give to so many that supported with a very special thank you to Suzy Rose and Michelle Champion who took this years mantle in running such a great night.

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A huge thank you from the GSPCA to Source Recruitment for helping spruce up the GSPCA and help out

Submitted by Steve on 15:22, 2nd Oct, 2018 | 0

On Saturday a team of staff from Source Recruitment arrived at the GSPCA to help around the Animal Shelter in St Andrews.

This is the second time their wonderful team have helped and the GSPCA are extremely grateful to Source Recruitment as not only did they do a great deal to help at the Shelter but they are also a Silver Angel Pen Pal Sponsor and so help support the many animals in our care.

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Paws for Support Fun Dog Show a lovely afternoon & thanks from the GSPCA

Submitted by Steve on 15:00, 2nd Oct, 2018 | 0

The GSPCA would like to say a huge thanks to Paws for Support for allowing us to join them at Fairfields for their Open Day and Fun Dog Show that took place on Saturday afternoon.

The GSPCA took along lots of games and raised over £120 for the 500+ animals in the care of the Shelter.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We had a lovely afternoon at Fairfields on Saturday for the Paws for Support Open Day and Fun Dog Show.”

“It was lovely to see and learn about the great work they are doing for therapy and assistance dogs in Guernsey.”

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GSPCA Launch Buy a Brick for the Proposed New Wildlife Hospital

Submitted by Steve on 09:57, 2nd Oct, 2018 | 0

If you have visited one of the GSPCA recent events or stalls you may well have learned of the newly launched ‘Buy a Brick’ campaign to help the GSPCA achieve the propose new Wildlife Hospital.

The GSPCA currently treat over 2,000 wild animals and birds each year, this number continues to increase and our existing facilities can’t cope with the increase in demand, and are not fit for purpose.  They desperately need a radical reorganisation and updating.

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Thank you to all that supported and helped our Alliance Flag Day

Submitted by Steve on 19:05, 1st Oct, 2018 | 0

On Saturday volunteers donned costumes, sashes and GSPCA buckets to collect outside of Alliance.

An amazing £495 was raised and we are so thankful to all involved.

Michelle Champion who organised the flag day at Alliance said “With so many animals at the GSPCA every penny helps them and the work the Shelter does 24/7.”

“A huge thank you to Alliance, all that supported and helped from all at the GSPCA.”

“We have lots of events upcoming and anyone that would like to volunteer please do get in touch.”

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Vacancies at the GSPCA - 2 Full Time, Part Time and Casual - Animal Care, Ambulance & Charity Shop Posts

Submitted by Steve on 16:50, 1st Oct, 2018 | 0

At the GSPCA Animal Shelter in St Andrews we have three permanent and also casual posts which we are currently looking to recruit individuals with excellent customer and animal care skills.

Working for the GSPCA is a diverse and often challenging position with great rewards from the 3000 animals we help through the doors 24/7 each year to the community we serve here in Guernsey.

The posts currently advertised are –

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Advice on what to do if you see a sick seal pup from the GSPCA

Submitted by Steve on 11:18, 1st Oct, 2018 | 0

Every Autumn the shores of the Bailiwick see grey seal pups being born, and the GSPCA are issuing advice today because of the inclement weather we have seen recently.

The earliest grey seal pup we have rescued in recent years was Temperance who was found during the last week of October last year.

In recent years every winter the GSPCA have helped rescue and care for grey seal pups.

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Beach Restrictions Lifted for Dogs and Horses for the Winter with 2 dog beach events this weekend & please respect the Wildlife

Submitted by Steve on 10:53, 1st Oct, 2018 | 0

The GSPCA are reminding dog walkers that once again from today you can take your canine friend on the beaches around Guernsey.

Guernsey has restrictions on a number of beaches during the Summer months which are then lifted during the Winter.

With the restrictions lifted the GSPCA would like to remind pet owners to be mindful of the Wildlife that live and feed along the shorelines.

Here is a breakdown of the restrictions which have been lifted as of the 1st October until the 30th April.

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