As Guernsey’s beaches reopen to dogs today following the seasonal restrictions, the GSPCA are reminding dog owners to enjoy the coast responsibly and to be especially mindful of wildlife, including resting wading birds and seal pups, which are born around this time of year.
From 1st May to 30th September, dogs are not permitted on the following beaches:
- Pembroke & L'Ancresse
- Port Soif
- Cobo Bay
- Vazon (North End)
- Fermain Bay
- L’Eree (North End)
- Petit Bot
These restrictions are now lifted, but the GSPCA urges dog walkers to keep dogs under control, avoid disturbing wildlife, and report any concerns about injured or distressed animals to the GSPCA on 01481 257261.
Steve Byrne, GSPCA Manager, said:
“We love seeing dogs enjoying Guernsey’s beaches again, but this is also a critical time for wildlife. Seal pups are being born, and wading birds are resting and feeding. Please keep dogs away from these animals, give them space, and call us if you see a pup alone or a bird in distress.”
This year has brought significant challenges for the GSPCA in caring for seal pups. With the #GSPCABiggestBuildAppeal underway, the charity is currently operating out of temporary facilities while building a new Wildlife Hospital. So far, £1.5 million has been raised, but £3.7 million is needed to complete all the planned works.
Steve added:
“We’re incredibly grateful for the support we’ve received, but we still have a long way to go. Every donation helps us provide better care for wildlife like seal pups, birds, and other animals in need.”
To support the GSPCA Wildlife Hospital or learn more about the appeal, visit www.gspca.org.gg
To see advice on what to do if you are concerned about wildlife please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/animals/wildlife-advice
For wildlife emergencies or advice, contact the GSPCA directly on 01481 257261.
To see events, ways to support and animals in need please see our latest blog https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog
Upcoming events
Steve continued “There are many ways to support the work of the GSPCA.”
“Our BIGGEST BUILD is now underway and we are desperately looking for support and to help in anyway please do get in touch and check out this link https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-biggestbuild-begins-demolition-underway-%E2%80%93-buying-brick-sponsorship-can-you-help .”
“To become an Angel Pen Pal Sponsor donating each month to help the hundreds of animals in our care which you can do by downloading this form - http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Angel%20sponsor%20form%20special%202018%20new.pdf or to become a Corporate Angel Pen Pal form for your business to sponsor animals in our care each year please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Corporate%20Angel%20Pen%20Pal%20sponsor%20formnew.pdf .”
“To think of helping animals and our work in your legacy or will please check out https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/gifts-wills-and-funding .”
“For those from those want to give CSR time and skills to those wanting to help sponsor or support something from our Wish List at the GSPCA http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/our-plans-wish-list or support Autism Guernsey https://www.autismguernsey.org.gg/ .”
“If your group or business would like to find out about spending a day at the Shelter please go to -
http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/corporate-and-group-days “
“For other ways your business can help us here at the GSPCA please go to -
http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/how-your-business-can-help-gspca-corporate-sponsorship “
“If you would like to volunteer then to find out more details here -
http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers or to complete the volunteer application form please check out https://service.sheltermanager.com/asmservice?account=gspca&method=online_form_html&formid=14 .”
"We also have vacancies at the GSPCA and to find out more please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/vacancies ."
"For lots of ways to support our work please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-celebrating-150-years ."
“To visit our facebook page check out this link please click here .”
“To visit our x page please click here .”
“Thank you for your support.”
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