The latest situation on avian influenza (bird flu) in the UK and advice on how to reduce the risks

Submitted by Steve on 08:43, 16th Feb, 2017 | 0

Avian influenza (bird flu) is a disease of birds. The H5N8 strain of the disease has been found in wild and farmed birds in the UK. A number of measures are in place to reduce the risk of the disease spreading.

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101 dalmatians and more puppies and dogs in desperate need of homes at the GSPCA

Submitted by Steve on 22:41, 15th Feb, 2017 | 0

Today the GSPCA have just put up for rehoming over 101 Dalmatians.

The dogs were brought in as the owner decided they could no longer care for them.

From puppies to adults the many dogs are as yet to be named.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "The team have been kept very with so many new dogs in need of homes."

"We have never seen so many Dalmatians in one place in Guernsey."

"They are all shapes and sizes from puppies to adults and at the GSPCA we would love to find them their forever homes."

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21 years today since the Sea Empress disaster and the local rescued oiled birds in our care

Submitted by Steve on 21:22, 15th Feb, 2017 | 0

Today marks 21 years since the Sea Empress disaster and next month on the 18th March marks 50 years since the Torrey Canyon disaster.

In 1996 GSPCA Shelter staff and volunteers were called on to help with one of the biggest oil disasters to hit the British shores.

When the Sea Empress ran a ground in Pembrokeshire on the 15th February over 72,000 tons of crude oil and 360 tons of heavy fuel poured into the sea in less than a week.

Tens of thousands of animals were effected and the RSPCA launched a massive rescue operation.

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Catrina the cat who nearly died needs an operation - could you help donate to her care

Submitted by Steve on 19:20, 15th Feb, 2017 | 0

You may remember Catrina the stray cat who was rescued collapsed, soaking wet, starving and with no hair or skin on her tail last week.

Catrina was in such a poor state she has had to stay at the vets where she has received intensive, around the clock care.

It is highly likely she was hit by a vehicle although had a number of other health issues when she was found.

She has been growing stronger each day but she will need an operation on her pelvis which with her care is going to cost nearly a £1000.

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Happy Valentines from the GSPCA and today help us celebrate our 144th anniversary by donating or supporting one of our dreams

Submitted by Steve on 08:51, 14th Feb, 2017 | 0

From all the GSPCA we wish a Happy Valentines to one and all and did you know we share this day of love as the GSPCA celebrates 144 years helping animals in Guernsey and we need your help.

The GSPCA was founded on the 14th February 1873 and we are asking for your support to help the 24/7 work we carry out here at the GSPCA.

Not only do we care for around 350 animals a day at the Shelter we have many essential projects we need to achieve and many animals to care for.

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GSPCA Purple Week - Thank you to Waitrose Rohais & Admiral Park who have us as part of their green token Community Matters

Submitted by Steve on 22:13, 12th Feb, 2017 | 0

This week it is not only our 144th anniversary and GSPCA Purple Week, we are also lucky enough to be nominated for the green token Community Matters box at the Waitrose stores in Admiral Park and the Rohais.

By placing a token in the Community Matters box at your local branch you’re helping your community and if you choose the slot for the GSPCA helping animals in Guernsey.

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Channel Island seal pup Sami needs your support - GSPCA Purple Week celebrating 144 years helping animals

Submitted by Steve on 12:37, 11th Feb, 2017 | 0

For the last 8 weeks the GSPCA have been caring for Sami the grey seal pup who was rescued sick and extremely thin at the end of December in Jersey.

We are pleased to report that Sami is growing stronger each day and eating fish extremely well.

Sami is still a long way off being ready to be released back to the wild and we are appealing for your support to help feed Sami.

Geoff George GSPCA Animal Collection Officer and head carer of marine mammals said "We are so pleased how Sami is doing and especially how well Sami is eating."

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Oldest cat to be rehomed by the GSPCA Lucy is loving her new home and sends a special message to the team

Submitted by Steve on 19:01, 10th Feb, 2017 | 0

Last year an 18 year old cat called Lucy was brought into the GSPCA as sadly her owner could no longer care for her.

As all rescues will know trying to find the older cat a new home is extremely difficult as most are looking to adopt kittens or young cats.

On Saturday the GSPCA team were overjoyed when after 9 months of care at the Animal Shelter in St Andrews Lucy finally found her forever home and this week we have had an update on how she is getting along....

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APPLICATIONS EXTENDED FOR VACANCIES - Charity Shop Supervisor & Receptionist Full and Part Time Posts & Casual Animal Care Ast

Submitted by Steve on 12:05, 10th Feb, 2017 | 0

The GSPCA are currently looking for additional staff members to help with our increasingly busy front desk and develop our charity shop area.

Also we are also looking for an additional casual animal care assistant to help meet the needs of the Shelter.

We have extended the closing date for this post until Tuesday 21st February.

All roles are to help cover 7 days a week and especially on weekends and bank holidays when the GSPCA is often extremely busy.

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Good luck to our Geoff George and all the finalists at the Award for Achievement this evening from all at the GSPCA

Submitted by Steve on 16:14, 9th Feb, 2017 | 0

Tonight the winners will be announced for the Guernsey Awards for Achievement Specsavers Unsung Hero as well as many other awards.

We are all very excitied as one of our longest serving members of staff is a finalist for the Guernsey Awards for Achievement Specsavers Unsung Hero.

For over 20 years Geoff George has been a massive part of the GSPCA and at the heart of much of the work we carry out 24/7.

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