Foundations Begin for New Kennel Block as GSPCA's Biggest Build Appeal Reaches Another Major Milestone
The GSPCA is celebrating another exciting milestone in its #GSPCABiggestBuildAppeal as work begins on the foundations of a brand-new kennel block while the roof of the new Wildlife Hospital nears completion.
The charity's ambitious redevelopment project is transforming animal welfare facilities in Guernsey and will help ensure the GSPCA can continue caring for thousands of animals every year for generations to come.
As part of the development, ten older kennels were demolished to make way for the new Wildlife Hospital. In their place, a purpose-built kennel block featuring 12 modern welfare and isolation kennels is now taking shape.
The new facilities will provide greatly improved accommodation for the many dogs who come through the GSPCA's doors each year. From stray dogs and those rescued from cruelty and neglect, to animals requiring emergency veterinary care, rehabilitation, boarding services or support before finding their forever homes, the new kennel block will play a vital role in delivering the highest standards of welfare.
GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne said:
"It is incredibly exciting to see the Wildlife Hospital roof nearing completion and, at the same time, to watch the foundations for our new kennel block being put in place. Every stage of this project brings us a step closer to creating facilities that will benefit animals in Guernsey for decades to come."
"The ten kennels that previously stood on this site served us well for many years, but the new twelve welfare and isolation kennels will offer vastly improved accommodation and flexibility for the wide range of dogs that come into our care. Whether they are strays, victims of cruelty, dogs requiring emergency support, animals awaiting rehoming or those staying with us for boarding, these facilities will help us provide the very best care possible."
"The GSPCA helps thousands of dogs every year and this investment is about ensuring we can continue to meet their needs long into the future. We are incredibly grateful to everyone who has supported the #GSPCABiggestBuildAppeal so far and we hope the community will continue to help us make this once-in-a-generation project a reality."
The new kennel facilities have been carefully designed to improve welfare standards, provide dedicated isolation areas when needed and create a better environment for both animals and the staff and volunteers who care for them.
Seb Goman, GSPCA Senior Animal Care Assistant and Welfare Officer, who heads the kennels and dog rehoming department, said:
"For those of us who work directly with the dogs every day, seeing this development progress is fantastic. The new kennels will make a huge difference to the welfare of the dogs in our care and allow us to better meet the needs of everything from lost strays arriving at the shelter to dogs recovering from illness or injury."
"Having dedicated modern welfare and isolation facilities will enhance the care we provide and support the successful rehabilitation and rehoming of many dogs each year. Every dog that comes through our doors deserves the best possible chance, and these new facilities will help us achieve that."
"We are extremely grateful to everyone who has contributed towards the appeal. The support from the island community is helping to build a brighter future for dogs and all the other animals that rely on the GSPCA."
The GSPCA's redevelopment includes a new Wildlife Hospital and upgraded animal care facilities designed to meet growing demand for the charity's services and improve animal welfare standards across the island.
To support the #GSPCABiggestBuildAppeal, the new kennel block and Wildlife Hospital, and the GSPCA's ongoing work helping animals and wildlife in need, please visit:
www.gspca.org.gg
Check out more on the #GSPCABiggestBuildAppeal – https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspcabiggestbuildappeal
To donate to our work and the other animals in our care https://giving.gg/donate/charity/2/Guernsey-Society-for-the-Prevention-of-Cruelty-to-Animals-(GSPCA)
To see animals looking for new homes
https://www.gspca.org.gg/animals
To see our youtube channel and lots of videos please visit https://www.youtube.com/@TheGuernseySPCA
To see events, ways to support and animals in need please see our latest blog https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog
Upcoming events
- Rabbit Awareness Week (RAW) 23rd – 27th July 2026
- Summer Guided Tours July/August 2026 to be confirmed
- South Show GSPCA Dog Show Saturday 8th August 2026
- West Show 12th-13th August 2026
- World Lizard Day 14th August 2026
- North Show 19th-20th August 2026
- International Dog Day 26th August 2026
- World Animal Month October 2026
- World Animal Day 4th October 2026
- Feral Cat Day 16th October 2026
- National cat Day 29th October 2026
- Halt Term Spooky Tours October 2026 to be confirmed
- Dog First Aid Course 6.30pm - 8.45pm Thursday 12th November 2026 Ref – Dog12/11
- Cat First Aid Course 6.30pm - 8.45pm Thursday 26th November 2026 Ref – Cat26/11
- Possible Christmas Themed Animal Discovery Trail November/December 2026 to be confirmed with possible Ball
- World Wildlife Conservation Day 4th December 2026
- Festive Tours December/January 2026/7 to be confirmed
- Sidneys Sponsored Events - Grease and Dirty Dancing Saturday 10th April 2027
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 .”
“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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