New hands on Animal Care Course at the GSPCA with WEA

Submitted by Steve on 11:11, 30th Jul, 2015 | 0

Once again the GSPCA have teamed up with the WEA to provide a course in animal care.

The new course is an 'Introduction to Animal Care and Welfare' and gives a taste of working in the many different departments at the GSPCA whilst learning about animal care, behaviour and a hands on experience.

The course is a 2 day workshop and for those taking part we would kindly ask that you have a basic knowledge in animal care.

The main topics covered and experienced will be:

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An AGM of thanks and celebrations

Submitted by Steve on 09:30, 30th Jul, 2015 | 0

Last week we held our annual AGM.

To open the evening President John Knight welcomed everyone to the AGM and thanked them for showing their support for the work being done by everybody present.

The event took place at the GSPCA Animal Shelter where we have been based since 1929.

A number of supporters, volunteers and staff attended the event which looked back at the previous year and also the plans for the future.

John Knight gave a report and said "We have again had a very active and successful year at the Shelter and outside."

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First animals visit the GSPCA new multi purpose animal welfare building

Submitted by Steve on 17:41, 29th Jul, 2015 | 0

On Saturday the 18th July the first ever animal came to stay in the new multi purpose animal welfare building.

We officially received the keys the day before and since then a number of cats have come to stay.

The first was 'Estra' who was adopted from the GSPCA last year.  Estra had been living in a greenhouse before being brought into the Shelter as a stray.

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We welcome 8 new volunteers to the team at the GSPCA

Submitted by Steve on 18:55, 28th Jul, 2015 | 0

On Monday we welcomed 8 new volunteers to the GSPCA.

The new volunteers during their induction learnt about the work of the Shelter and how to become involved with our 24 hour 7 day a week work.

3 of the 8 have already started helping out with our work at the GSPCA and the others start over the next week.

From cleaning the animals to gardening, fund raising to answering the phone there are many roles to help us here at the GSPCA.

We would like to thank all that came along and we are looking forward to everyone helping in the weeks to come.

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Last two July days for the GSPCA guided tours are today and tomorrow - more dates late August

Submitted by Steve on 10:06, 24th Jul, 2015 | 0

During the school breaks we are running a series of guided tours at the GSPCA.

All week the tours have been extremely popular and today and tomorrow are the last two dates for July.

This is your opportunity to visit behind the scenes at our Animal Shelter in St Andrews and see the work being carried out for the new build.

You also get the chance to see the outside of the new multi purpose animal welfare unit.

The guided tours are at 2pm and we have additional dates in August.  

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6 New Summer Volunteers helping the GSPCA - Next Volunteer Induction Monday 27th July 3pm

Submitted by Steve on 22:49, 22nd Jul, 2015 | 0

On Monday we welcomed 6 new volunteers to the GSPCA.

The new volunteers during their induction learnt about the work of the Shelter and how to become involved with our 24 hour 7 day a week work.

Three of the 6 have already started helping out on reception and with the animals.

From cleaning the animals to gardening, fund raising to answering the phone there are many roles to help us here at the GSPCA.

We would like to thank all that came along and we are looking forward to everyone helping in the weeks to come.

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New Build Handover a lovely afternoon and milestone in the GSPCA history

Submitted by Steve on 12:53, 21st Jul, 2015 | 0

On Friday the GSPCA team welcomed our Exclusive Build Partners to the second ceremony of our new multi purpose animal welfare building.

With the finishing touches being completed to the biggest project we have ever undertaken, the GSPCA invited some of our key supporters and Build Partners that are part of our biggest rebuild in our 142 year history.

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On Friday we welcome guests & Build Partners for our Exclusive Build Handover Ceremony

Submitted by Steve on 09:43, 15th Jul, 2015 | 0

On Friday we welcome our Exclusive Build Partners to the second ceremony of our new multi purpose animal welfare building.

With the finishing touches being completed to the biggest project we have ever undertaken, the GSPCA have invited some of our key supporters and Build Partners that are part of our biggest rebuild in our 142 year history.

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Looking to do something during your Summer holidays? Volunteer inductions at the GSPCA Monday 20th & 27th July at 3pm

Submitted by Steve on 15:13, 13th Jul, 2015 | 0

This week many schools break up and many already have.

If you are 14 years or over, have you thought of helping animals during your Summer break?

Our next Volunteer Induction at the GSPCA is on Monday 20th July at 3pm.

All ages are welcome, but to help on site with the animals you have to be 14 years old or over.

Yvonne Chauvel Senior Animal care Assistant said "We have a wonderful team of volunteers that help us at the GSPCA and we always love to welcome those wanting to help."

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Guided tours during July and August at the GSPCA

Submitted by Steve on 14:53, 13th Jul, 2015 | 0

During the school breaks we are running a series of guided tours at the GSPCA.

This is your opportunity to visit behind the scenes at our Animal Shelter in St Andrews and see the work being carried out for the new build.

We are arranging guided tours on a series of dates at 2pm.  

We ask for a minimum donation of £5 per person and £3 per child, or £15 for a family of four.  

The tours take around 80 minutes and you get to see in many of the departments and a variety of species.

Tours are a maximum of 15 people per tour, so please book early.

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