Pop Up Shop at the GSPCA has a new look thanks to Holeshot

Submitted by Steve on 12:55, 6th Feb, 2016 | 0

The GSPCA would like to say a huge thank you to Holeshot who kindly donated some of their shop fittings to our Pop Up Shop at the GSPCA in St Andrews

Holeshot who have now moved on to the Pollet in St Peter Port with HS2 kindly donated a number of rails and sections of shop fittings which have helped immensely in our Pop Up Shop which is open 9am to 5pm Monday to Saturday.

When you pop in to the Shelter all you need do is follow the paw prints on the floor from reception and on route you can see a number of the birds in our care as well as cats in need of homes.

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Next week is GSPCA Purple Week and are you running a purple fund raiser?

Submitted by Steve on 15:21, 4th Feb, 2016 | 0

The GSPCA was founded in 1873 and to help celebrate 143 years caring for animals in Guernsey we are asking for your help.

There are many ways you, your school, group, work place, business can help celebrate.

The GSPCA week starts 8th February and celebrations will carry on until the 14th with our anniversary being Valentines Day the 14th February.

Ideas to get involved.......

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Appeal for Lucky a cat who could have cancer

Submitted by Steve on 14:42, 4th Feb, 2016 | 0

With over 1000 cats helped at the GSPCA every year we strive to do everything we can for the many strays, cruelly treated and unwanted cats.

At the end of August a 6 year old female cat found her way to the GSPCA when her owner could no longer care for her.

Although in fairly good health on the day she arrived during her assessment we discovered she had cat flu and also had sores on her feet.

After two months of treatments and veterinary care 'Lucky' as she is called improved and got better.

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Next week - GSPCA Bingo Bash & food at the Last Post Tuesday 9th February for GSPCA Purple Week to celebrate 143 years

Submitted by Steve on 11:10, 4th Feb, 2016 | 0

With our 143rd anniversary and GSPCA Purple Week we are holding an Animal Themed Chicken In A Basket Bingo BASH at the Last Post in St Andrews on Tuesday 9th February 2016

£14.50 per person from 7pm & £10.50 for children includes Food and 8 Games of Bingo

Animal themed fancy dress is optional.

Vegetarian and Gluten free options available

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Thank you to Waitrose Rohais & Admiral Park who have us as part of their green token Community Matters box this month

Submitted by Steve on 14:45, 3rd Feb, 2016 | 0

This month it is not only our 143rd anniversary but we are lucky enough to be nominated for the green token Community Matters box at the Waitrose store 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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21 new volunteers join the team at the GSPCA

Submitted by Steve on 14:35, 3rd Feb, 2016 | 0

Last night we greeted over 2 dozen volunteers and friends who packed the Shelter in St Andrews.

Of the 28 attendees 21 were interested in starting volunteering and finding out about the GSPCA.

The volunteer induction was given by GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne which started just after 6.30pm.

The new volunteers enjoyed sandwiches which had been kindly donated and the group found out about the work of the GSPCA, how they could help and an induction on working safely.

A pack was handed to each and also a certificate of attendance and thanks.

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10 days on and Bonnie the seal pup is doing better than we could have hoped

Submitted by Steve on 10:57, 26th Jan, 2016 | 0

10 days ago grey seal pup 'Bonnie' was rescued on the south coast at the base of a steep cliff.

At only 14kgs she was without doubt the sickest pup we have ever seen at the GSPCA.

The team at the GSPCA are pleased to update that she is doing well and now on solid fish and has become a very hungry lady.

After around the clock tube feeding, medications, vet treatment and a blended fresh fish feed she is now managing whole fish on her own.

Although still very early days in her rehab she appears to be putting on weight and growing in strength day by day.

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St Andrews Floral Group bringing the community together at the GSPCA to help wild and domestic animals in Guernsey

Submitted by Steve on 16:18, 22nd Jan, 2016 | 0

The GSPCA has been situated in the heart of Guernsey in the Parish of St Andrews since 1929.

The GSPCA site has transformed over the years and especially in recent years with the kennels being rebuilt in 2005 and the new multi purpose animal welfare building in 2016.

The Animal Shelter helps in excess of 3000 animals every year that come though the doors, but there are many more supported by the work we do.

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Bonnie the grey seal pup a week on the road to recovery but a long way to go - could you donate to her & the 300 GSPCA animals

Submitted by Steve on 12:07, 22nd Jan, 2016 | 0

Nearly a week ago a very sick and injured grey seal pup was rescued on the South coast of Guernsey.

Bonnie has she has been named is without doubt the weakest seal pup ever to be rescued by the GSPCA and the team were overjoyed that she survived the rescue and the first few days.

At only 14kg at time of rescue Bonnie was 26kg lighter than she should be for her age which was only around 2 weeks old.

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Extremely sick and weak Grey Seal Pup rescued at Corbier now at the GSPCA

Submitted by Steve on 09:21, 18th Jan, 2016 | 0

On Saturday the GSPCA rescued the first sick seal pup in nearly 2 years.

After what was a fairly mild Winter last year many birds and animals have had a much harder season this year with dozens of oiled sea birds being rescued over the last few weeks.

Geoff George Animal Collection Officer was called out on Saturday to what was reported to be a seal pup at Corbier.

When Geoff arrived at the scene he was faced with a steep climb and without doubt one of the thinnest pups we have ever rescued.

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