GSPCA Introduces Updates to Pet Boarding Services
The Guernsey Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (GSPCA) would like to inform customers of several important changes to its pet boarding services, which come into effect from today, 1st August 2026.
Having listened to customer feedback the changes are designed to simplify the booking process, help the charity manage demand more effectively and ensure the continued delivery of high standards of care for boarding pets.
Steve Byrne, GSPCA Manager, said:
"Our boarding facilities continue to be extremely popular, and these updates will help us streamline our service while ensuring we can continue to provide the best possible care for the animals staying with us. We would encourage all customers to familiarise themselves with the new terms and rates before making future bookings."
“As our BIGB BUILD continues we have some works being carried out in the boarding kennels and cattery in August. This is not only to improve these areas it is also due to the new Boarding Licencing. For those not aware these licences have added additional costs from the States of Guernsey to operate our boarding and pet taxi service. The changes to the facilities are not just for the boarding areas but all our kennel and cat pens and we are building new kennels as part of the #GSPCABiggestBuildAppeal and if anyone would like to donate to these works it would be hugely appreciated.”
"For any dog owners please don't forget we will be at the South Show on the Saturday with a fun dog show at 2pm with Guide Dogs Guernsey."
Key Changes
New Boarding Rates
Updated boarding rates are now in effect for all new bookings. Previous rates have been discontinued and are no longer available, unless you booked before the 1st August.
Reduced Booking Deposits
All bookings from the 1st August the boarding deposit structure has changed and is now set at 25% of the booking value. For online bookings, a deposit of £7.50 per animal per day will be applied. Bookings prior to this change the conditions remain the same.
This represents a significant reduction, with deposits now approximately half of the previous non-refundable and non-transferable deposit amounts.
Payment Required Before or At Drop Off
Customers are reminded that all boarding fees must now be paid in full before boarding begins or when the animal is dropped off.
Payments will no longer be accepted upon collection or after the boarding stay has ended.
Website Information Updated
The GSPCA boarding information page has been updated with the latest rates, booking information and boarding policies and can be viewed at:
https://www.gspca.org.gg/services/boarding-facilities
Customers are also encouraged to sign up to the GSPCA newsletter to receive future updates and news directly by email - http://eepurl.com/dcvxSf
Pet Taxi Service Update
The GSPCA's popular pet taxi service is now charged at £25 per journey for either collections or drop-offs.
Customer Communications
Updated automated booking replies and customer communications have been implemented to reflect the new arrangements. In addition, all customers signed up to the boarding newsletter will receive notification of these changes by email.
More Information
The GSPCA's boarding facilities provide a safe and caring environment for a range of pets while their owners are away. As a charity, income generated through boarding services helps support the Society's wider animal welfare work across Guernsey.
Anyone wishing to learn more about the boarding facilities, make a booking or view the latest pricing information can visit:
www.gspca.org.gg/services/boarding-facilities
For enquiries, please contact the GSPCA team directly.
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
- Summer Guided Tours July/August 2026 to be confirmed
- South Show GSPCA Dog Show Saturday 15th August 2026
- West Show 19th-20th August 2026
- World Lizard Day 14th August 2026
- North Show 26th-27th 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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