From 1st October until April Dog & Horse Restrictions Lifted on Beaches in Guernsey

Submitted by Steve on 16:46, 30th Sep, 2022 | 0

We are very lucky that most of Guernsey's beaches are dog friendly during the summer months.  From the 1st October the beaches where dogs are banned between 1st May and 30th September have the restrictions lifted and these are –

Fermain

Petit Bot

L'Erée

Vazon (Northern end)

Cobo

Port Soif

L'Ancresse

Pembroke

Dogs are not permitted on Lihou Island and Lihou causeway all year round.

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Puffin Parade Puffins have all arrived and soon to go to the artists – only a couple left to sponsor

Submitted by Steve on 16:23, 30th Sep, 2022 | 0

Autism Guernsey and the GSPCA are currently organising the Puffin Parade for 2023.

The 60 fiberglass moulds are now in the care of the GSPCA and Autism Guernsey. See this link to a video to have a peak https://fb.watch/fSMtVftHZR/

Delivered thanks to Condor Ferries and Ferry speed and we have collected paint donated by Norman Piette they will be handed over to local artists, designers and community groups who will decorate them from next week.

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GSPCA Welcome 3 new volunteers at last nights induction evening

Submitted by Steve on 16:12, 30th Sep, 2022 | 0

Last night we welcomed three new volunteers to the GSPCA team.

The induction evening took place at 630pm where the inductees met GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne.

Steve said “It was wonderful to meet the three new volunteers last night at our GSPCA Volunteer Induction Evening.”

“Two are due to Saturday and the other on Monday and all three are keen to help in a variety of areas.”

“We also have other volunteers starting this week as we can do inductions remotely, but we first need a volunteer application form to start the process.”

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Last call for final Puffin Parade sponsors as Puffins arrive in Guernsey and could help be a Puffin Postie?

Submitted by Steve on 12:51, 28th Sep, 2022 | 0

Autism Guernsey and the GSPCA are currently organising the Puffin Parade for 2023.

The 60 fiberglass moulds have now arrived on island and we have had 36 delivered with the remaining arriving on Friday at 2pm.

Once all are delivered thanks to Condor Ferries and Ferry speed and we have collected paint donated by Norman Piette they will be handed over to local artists, designers and community groups who will decorate them.

With nearly all sponsored Autism Guernsey and the GSPCA are looking for the final few sponsors and any artists wanting to decorate them.

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Claude the Bearded Dragon in need of a home

Submitted by Steve on 12:11, 28th Sep, 2022 | 0

At the GSPCA we currently have a bearded dragon called Claude in need of a home.

We are looking for experienced owner ideally who has a home to suit the needs of Claude.

Yvonne Chauvel Senior Animal Care Assistant said “Claude is one of many animals in need of a home.”

“He sadly came into the Shelter through no fault of his own and he is very sweet.”

“The first step in the process in adopting from the GSPCA is to complete an adoption form if you are interested.”

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Tortoise in need of homes at the GSPCA - please see the adoption process for more details

Submitted by Steve on 11:49, 28th Sep, 2022 | 0

At the GSPCA we currently have a number of tortoise in need of homes.

We are looking for experienced tortoise owners who have a home to suit the needs of each of those looking for their forever home.

Yvonne Chauvel Senior Animal Care Assistant said “From cockerels to a Caribbean hermit crab you’d be surprised the animals in need of homes at the GSPCA.”

“We currently have a number of tortoises that are looking for homes who have come into our care for a variety of reasons.”

“We really would like experienced homes for our shelled friends.”

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GSPCA Volunteer Induction Evening Thursday 29th September at 630pm

Submitted by Steve on 11:30, 28th Sep, 2022 | 0

We are extremely busy at the GSPCA and we are calling any of our amazing volunteers with any time to help, as well as looking for those that would like to join the GSPCA team to help.

From helping with our busy ambulance service to walking dogs, our full cattery to our packed rabbit and small animal department, nearly 100 hedgehogs to ferrets, gardening to helping on reception.

All trained volunteers need to do is pop in and the team will have plenty for you to do and a huge thanks in advance.

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GSPCA Quiz Night with a few twists at Saumarez Park Café Thursday 29th September with a £250 prize

Submitted by Steve on 11:52, 21st Sep, 2022 | 0

On Thursday 29th September 2022 there is a Quiz Night starting from 6.30pm at Saumarez Park Café with a raffle in aid of the GSPCA.

“90 to 1”

One person will walk away with £250!

A quiz night with a twist (or two)!

Watch & experience teammates working together initially to try to qualify for the final eliminator then rapidly turning against each other for pure greed.

Spot prizes including free drinks and bottles of wine to be won.

Guaranteed to be a fun night for all!

£90 per table of six people includes food and quiz entry.

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In respect of the sad passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II the GSPCA are postponing the Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday

Submitted by Steve on 10:50, 9th Sep, 2022 | 0

The staff and volunteers at the GSPCA are deeply saddened by the passing of our Monarch, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II who was well known for her love of animals and particularly her beloved dogs, as well as her Patronage of the RSPCA.

In respect of this sad time the GSPCA have decided to postpone our Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday which was due to take place this weekend.

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A week to go to our Fun Dog Show Classes at the Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday 11th September

Submitted by Steve on 22:34, 4th Sep, 2022 | 0

Once again there will be a fun dog show at the Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday.

Judging starts at 1230pm with registration from 11am with the show ring located on the Crown Pier. 

This is always a fabulous, fun, highlight of this special day and is open to any breed of dog.

The classes this year include -

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