GSPCA Invests in Kennel and Cattery Improvements for Animals in Our Care
The GSPCA is undertaking a series of improvements to its kennels and cattery over the coming weeks to further enhance the facilities used by hundreds of animals each year.
The work is being carried out by specialist company Kennelbuild, which has extensive experience in designing and installing animal welfare facilities. Every effort is being made to keep disruption to a minimum while ensuring the highest standards of care continue for all animals staying at the GSPCA.
The improvements will benefit not only animals boarding with the charity, but also stray animals, pets awaiting new homes, animals receiving care following cruelty investigations, and those requiring quarantine or specialist support.
Within the cattery, special clear weather protection panels are being installed on the outside balcony areas. These panels can be removed during good weather when required, while providing protection during periods of wind and rain. The work in the rehoming cattery has been made possible thanks to a very generous donation from a supporter.
The kennels are also receiving improvements, including the replacement of sections of mesh work and upgrades to sleeping and bedding areas to provide greater comfort for the dogs in our care.
The GSPCA's kennel facilities, opened in 2005, and cattery, opened in 2015, already provide some of the finest animal welfare accommodation in the Channel Islands. These latest improvements will ensure the facilities continue to offer a safe, comfortable and enriching environment for many years to come.
GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne said:
"We are always looking at ways to improve the care and comfort of the animals that come through our doors. Whether animals are staying with us for boarding, have been found as strays, are awaiting their forever homes or are with us as part of a cruelty investigation, they deserve the very best facilities we can provide.”
"We are incredibly grateful to the supporter whose kind donation is helping fund the cattery improvements in our rehoming area, and to Kennelbuild for carrying out the works with such care and professionalism.”
"Whilst these important improvements are taking place, work is continuing on our #GSPCABiggestBuildAppeal as we progress plans for the new Wildlife Hospital and kennel base. Every donation helps us improve animal welfare in Guernsey and provide the best possible care for thousands of animals each year."
Helen Sharman, who helps run the GSPCA boarding cattery, said:
"We strive to ensure every boarding cat receives the very best of care throughout their stay with us. Many owners tell us how much they appreciate the facilities we offer, and these additional improvements will further enhance the comfort and wellbeing of the cats that stay in our care. It is wonderful to see continued investment in the cattery for both boarding and rescue animals."
AJ, who works within the cattery team, explained the benefits of the new balcony panels:
"The balcony areas are hugely popular with our cats as they allow them to enjoy fresh air, natural light and views outside. During the winter months and periods of extreme weather, however, driving wind and rain can sometimes make those areas less comfortable. These clear panels will provide excellent protection while still allowing cats to enjoy their balconies and the view outside. It is a fantastic improvement for the animals in our care."
Natalie Spicer, who helps care for the dogs at the GSPCA, added:
"The kennel improvements will make a real difference to the dogs staying with us. The upgraded sleeping areas will help provide greater comfort, while the renewal of sections of mesh work will ensure the kennels remain in excellent condition. We are always focused on providing the best possible environment for the dogs in our care and these upgrades are very welcome."
The GSPCA would like to thank everyone who continues to support the charity and its ongoing work caring for Guernsey's animals.
To support these and other vital improvements, donate online at:
https://giving.gg/charities/1/guernsey-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-animals-gspca
To find out more about the GSPCA's boarding facilities visit:
https://www.gspca.org.gg/services/boarding-facilities
To see animals currently looking for their forever homes visit:
https://www.gspca.org.gg/animals
For more information on the #GSPCABiggestBuildAppeal and the new Wildlife Hospital project, 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
- 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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