UPDATE - Olivia the loggerhead turtle at the GSPCA is still very weak and is seeing the vet for further tests this morning

Submitted by Steve on 12:23, 4th Mar, 2016 | 0

Olivia the loggerhead turtle who was rescued late on Wednesday is still very weak and the team at the GSPCA are doing all we can for her.

She saw the vet yesterday for the second time and will be seeing local vet John Knight for further tests and treatments this morning to see what internal issues she may have.

We will of course keep you up to date and to donate to her care and see her rescue story please read below -

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GSPCA rescue a Loggerhead Turtle on Vazon Bay in Guernsey

Submitted by Steve on 09:34, 3rd Mar, 2016 | 0

Yesterday just after 4pm the GSPCA were called out to what was reported to be a stranded turtle on the west coast of Guernsey.

Ambulance Collection Officer and Marine Medic Geoff George responded to the call and when he arrived at Vazon was faced with a Loggerhead Turtle.

With the assistance of a kind member of public they quickly got the very sick and weak reptile into the GSPCA Ambulance where it was then transported directly to the wildlife unit at the Animal Shelter.

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Volunteer Induction Evening 6.30pm this Thursday 3rd March

Submitted by Steve on 09:30, 1st Mar, 2016 | 0

This Thursday we hold our third volunteer induction of 2016.

We are blessed with over 600 volunteers helping the GSPCA every year and on average over 90 every single week.

Here are full details on getting involved -

We are always looking for volunteers to help at the Shelter in a variety of roles. Volunteers helping raise funds for the GSPCA Animal Shelter Guernsey

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Buzz Aldridge an injured Alderney buzzard now at the GSPCA

Submitted by Steve on 12:50, 26th Feb, 2016 | 0

Earlier this week an injured Alderney buzzard took an Aurigny flight to Guernsey.

The injured bird of prey which was recently taken in by Alderney Animal Welfare Society and on Wednesday 'Buzz Aldridge' as the bird has been named was transported by plane to Guernsey Airport and then on to the GSPCA where we have the facilities to care and rehabilitate a variety of wildlife.

The bird is very weak and struggling to fly so will likely need time to rehabilitate.

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Wee Billy isn't that wee anymore - could you help the hedgehogs in our care at the GSPCA

Submitted by Steve on 16:54, 24th Feb, 2016 | 0

Every year hundreds of hedgehogs are rescued and cared for at the GSPCA in Guernsey.

Last September as the summer ended and autumn was setting in a 26g baby hoglet was found, rescued and brought into the GSPCA.

Wee Billy when he was rescued was tiny and really needed his mum as he relied on being milk fed and toileted.

Thanks to the team at the Animal Shelter Wee Billy received around the clock care in an intensive care unit and its wasn't long before we saw the weight gain and growth.

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A huge thank you to Sam Reoch and her supporters of her facebook page Helping Animals 2016

Submitted by Steve on 14:43, 24th Feb, 2016 | 0

Earlier this month a wonderful lady made a wonderful donation to help animals here in Guernsey.

Sam Reoch through her Helping Animals 2016 facebook page and her fantastic hard work to raise funds for animals both locally and abroad raised and donated an amazing £100 for those at the GSPCA. 

This fantastic sum was raised through a hamper, hand made heart cushions and donation from Sam and the supporters of the page.

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Thank you to Min and Sophie from Blanchelande School who had a sweet sale to help raise funds for animals in Guernsey

Submitted by Steve on 12:43, 24th Feb, 2016 | 0

Last week the GSPCA received a very kind donation from two young ladies.

Min Maddison and Sophie Charmley recently organised a class sweet sale at Blanchelande School.

An amazing £46.32 was raised and from all the team and animals at the GSPCA we would like to say a huge thank you.

It is truly wonderful the different ways in which money is raised for the thousands of animals that we help every year at the GSPCA and 300 on site.

Maybe you would like to help fund raise?

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Bonnie the seal pup takes her first dip at the GSPCA

Submitted by Steve on 12:30, 23rd Feb, 2016 | 0

Today we are pleased to announce that Bonnie the grey seal pup took her first dip in one of our rehabilitation pools.

Bonnie who was rescued close to death last month has been improving daily at the GSPCA and with her weight gaining and health improving the team decided to let her experience her first trip outside since she was rescued.

Geoff George GSPCA Animal Collection Officer and main seal carer said "It's been over a month since we rescued Bonnie the grey seal pup and she has been doing better than we could have hoped."

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First Half Term guided tour a sell out - please book early to guarantee your place

Submitted by Steve on 10:30, 23rd Feb, 2016 | 0

Yesterday we saw visitors for the first of the guided tours at the GSPCA for half term with 28 to look around.

Sarah Creasey GSPCA Animal Welfare and Education Officer met the group at the front of reception at 2pm to greet them and show behind the scenes at the Animal Shelter in St Andrews.

From seeing some of the wildlife to meeting one of the dogs in for a home the group got to see many of the 300 animals in our care.

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Rossborough funds veterinary care for sick cats through sale of pet insurance policies

Submitted by Steve on 16:04, 19th Feb, 2016 | 0

Rossborough is helping to pay for the veterinary care for three sick cats at the GSPCA with funds raised through the sale of pet insurance policies during 2015.

The insurance broker sold and renewed 151 policies last year and donated £10 from each to the GSPCA, bringing the donation to £1,510.

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