Today is World Animal Day - Please help the 300+ animals at the GSPCA and our BIG BUILD

Submitted by Steve on 16:00, 4th Oct, 2024 | 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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Seal pup season arrives in the Channel – advice on what to do if you see a seal pup

Submitted by Steve on 15:03, 4th Oct, 2024 | 0

As autumn returns to the Channel islands so do seal pups being born along our shores.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We once again start to see seal pups being born along our shores in the Channel islands and the GSPCA want to ensure they get the best start in life.”

“Last year we had the busiest season we have ever seen in our 151 years.”

“It is so important when around our coast not to disturb seal pups and especially their Mums as many casualties are due to Mums being driven off beaches and the pups left to fend for themselves too early.”

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Days to go until Skipton Swimarathon in aid of the GSPCA – have you sponsored the GSPCA team & lanes available Saturday

Submitted by Steve on 14:15, 30th Sep, 2024 | 0

With the Skipton Swimarathon days away have you sponsored the GSPCA team? If not please check out this link 

https://giving.gg/donate/event/9674/GSPCA-Swimarathon-Team

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GSPCA warning of the dangers of treating cats not owned by themselves can lead to overdosing and other issues

Submitted by Steve on 16:07, 27th Sep, 2024 | 0

The GSPCA has recently been contacted by an owner concerned someone is giving additional unnecessary treatment to her beloved cat.

Many cat owners allow their cats to enjoy the fresh air and freedom of Guernsey and although over 80% of island cats are microchipped few have collars due to concerns many owners have in regards their cats safety with the way their cats explore which can lead to members of public assuming they aren’t owned with no visible id.

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3 days until many Guernsey beaches open for Dog Walkers but GSPCA reminding you to take care of your dogs and wildlife

Submitted by Steve on 14:59, 27th Sep, 2024 | 0

Next week many beaches closed to dog walkers reopen for the winter season to our canine friends but the GSPCA want to highlight some concerns owners need to be aware of.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “Next week many beaches reopen to allow dogs to be walked on them for the winter months.”

“This is very exciting for many but we have had reports of palm oil on our coast which can be very toxic to our beloved pets.”

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Less than one week to go until Skipton Swimarathon in aid of the GSPCA – have you sponsored the GSPCA team

Submitted by Steve on 14:40, 26th Sep, 2024 | 0

 

With the Skipton Swimarathon less than a week to go have you sponsored the GSPCA team? If not please check out this link 

https://giving.gg/donate/event/9674/GSPCA-Swimarathon-Team

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WARNING TO DOG OWNERS – Possible Palm Oil spotted on the east coast of Guernsey

Submitted by Steve on 20:58, 25th Sep, 2024 | 0

The GSPCA wants to let all dog owners know that what we believe is Palm Oil spotted on the east coast of Guernsey which can be extremely poisonous to your dogs.

Last winter the States of Guernsey reported on their facebook page ‘We've received a report that palm oil has washed up at Pembroke (please note this was last years post).

If you notice any grey, cream or white fatty substances, please do not remove the substance, but report it to Agriculture, Countryside and Land Management Services by emailing [email protected] or calling 01481 227000.

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Barnacle Bill the loggerhead turtle continues to grow at GSPCA nearly a year on despite relentless attempts to get her home

Submitted by Steve on 20:36, 20th Sep, 2024 | 0

On the 6th November 2023 a loggerhead turtle was washed up on the West Coast of Guernsey.

Barnacle Bill as the young turtle was called has since that time been in the care of the GSPCA.

On arrival she was very cold and weak but in the care of the Animal Shelter quickly improved and has been growing and putting weight on ever since.

She was microchipped back in November and the paperwork submitted for her travels home to warmer waters and although thankfully we received the Guernsey export paperwork very quickly thanks to the Guernsey States Vets.

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A year since the Puffin Parade Auction - Could you or your business sponsor a dolphin in the Dolphin Discovery Trail 2025?

Submitted by Steve on 16:22, 20th Sep, 2024 | 0

 

Dolphins going fast - Could you or your business sponsor a dolphin in the Dolphin Discovery Trail 2025 in aid of GSPCA and Autism Guernsey?

With the recent launch of the Dolphin Discovery Trail 2025 businesses and groups are getting involved and it is not to late but you need to move fast!

After the huge success of the Puffin Parade held last year which raised over £140,000 between the GSPCA and Autism Guernsey both charities are delighted to be working together once again  in 2025 to bring to Guernsey the Dolphin Discovery Trail 2025.

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The GSPCA can offer ‘Home to Home’ rehoming as an alternative

Submitted by Steve on 15:11, 20th Sep, 2024 | 0

Over recent years the GSPCA like many animal welfare charities have reviewed and looked at the way they operate and one thing that came out of the lock down challenges we faced was rehoming animals in different ways.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “In some ways the lock down years are fresh in many memories and in others much further away but during these challenging times many animal welfare charities reviewed and looked at the way we operate and help animals in need.”

“One of the amazing outcomes from this was looking at rehoming home to home.”

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