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As autumn returns to the Channel islands so do seal pups being born along our shores.
Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We once again start to see seal pups being born along our shores in the Channel islands and the GSPCA want to ensure they get the best start in life.”
“Last year we had the busiest season we have ever seen in our 151 years.”
“It is so important when around our coast not to disturb seal pups and especially their Mums as many casualties are due to Mums being driven off beaches and the pups left to fend for themselves too early.”
“This year we have the added challenge that are seal facilities are soon to be demolished to make room for the new Wildlife Hospital we are wanting to build and still in need of support for.”
“In the interim we will triage any pups at the Shelter and have been in touch with friends at the RSPCA in the UK who will hopefully help in their Wildlife Centres.”
“If you do see a seal pup you are concerned about you can see our advice online on what to do, but the easiest is just call our 24/7 emergency number on 257261.”
“With the last 3 released in the Summer over the last 12 years we have now helped 41 seal pups back into local waters.”
“The Wildlife Hospital is part of the BIGGEST Build in our history and we really need your support and to find out more please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-biggest-build-appeal .”
Although we don’t have any seals at the time Barnacle Bill continues to do well and we are hopeful to share some good news soon on getting this loggerhead turtle back where she belongs.”
There are many ways to help us help the animals in our care and here are a few ideas –
To see a VT of the seals previously at the GSPCA please visit https://youtube.com/shorts/1EuW3XU87wQ?feature=share
If You Spot A Seal Pup
If you find a seal pup that looks FIT AND HEALTHY and it shows no signs of distress, you may consider monitoring it from a safe distance for 24 hours. Unfortunately, too many seal pups get taken into captivity because people think they have been abandoned. If the mother does not return within 24 hours, we would ask you to contact 01481 257261.
A healthy pup looks like a big, stuffed maggot without a neck. However, a thin pup looks sleek (but not bony) and has a visible neck, like a healthy dog.
PLEASE DO NOT TOUCH THE SEAL. They can give a nasty bite, which will become infected by bacteria that live in a seal’s mouths.
Note: Do not allow dogs or other animals to harass a seal.
If a seal is scared back into the water, it could then be washed out to sea by strong currents and be lost. You should not put a seal pup back in the sea as it may get into difficulty.
If a seal pup is sick, thin or injured then we would ask you to contact our 24-hour cruelty and advice line
When reporting an injured, sick or abandoned seal to the GSPCA, please make sure you are able to supply the following information:
Caution:- Handling of any animal either domestic, wild, dead or alive may be potentially hazardous. Obvious dangers include bites, scratches and general hygiene issues. Common sense should be applied in all instances and, if unsure, seek additional advice or assistance. Personal hygiene should be taken into consideration after handling any animal, whether it’s domestic, wild, dead or alive.
For any questions please contact 01481 257261
Please remember and keep your animals and pets safe during the high winds, especially those that are kept outdoors.
Here is a table of the seals we have helped back to the wild and those in our care -
Name Jethou Bumblee Hanois Trinity Eden Bonnie Sami Temperance Andrew Marty Gully Sealia Mambo Hannah Pebbles Joey Titan India Pork Pie Aurora Eliza Jagho Herman Luna C Blueberry Sizzle Maverick Shakespeare Emilia Echo Hector Cleopatra Henny Peej Faulkner Jem Grinch Baby Shark Maya Didier Doyle Dolly Valentine |
Arrived November 2012 January 2013 January 2014 January 2014 January 2016 December 2016 November 2017 November 2018 December 2018 December 2018 January 2019 February 2019 February 2019 February 2020 November 2020 December 2020 March 2021 May 2021 November 2021 November 2021 December 2021 December 2021 December 2021 December 2021 April 2022 October 2022 December 2022 December 2022 December 2022 January 2023 February 2023 April 2023 November 2023 November 2023 December 2023 December 2023 January 2024 January 2024 January 2024 January 2024 February 2024 |
Where found Jethou Guernsey Guernsey Guernsey Guernsey Jersey (released in Jersey) Guernsey Jersey Jersey (released in Jersey) Guernsey Guernsey Guernsey Guernsey Guernsey Jersey Guernsey Guernsey Guernsey (originally from Cornwall) Jersey Jersey Herm, Guernsey Guernsey Guernsey Guernsey Guernsey Jersey Guernsey Guernsey Guernsey Guernsey Guernsey Guernsey Jersey (released in Jersey) Jersey (released in Jersey) Guernsey Guernsey Jersey (released in Jersey) Jersey (released in Jersey) Guernsey Guernsey Guernsey |
To see some of the previous stories about seals please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/tag/seals .
Some grey seal facts -
For advice on what to do if you see or find sick or injured wildlife please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/animals/wildlife-advice or call 01481 257261
To videos of the seal pups and other animals please visit https://www.youtube.com/user/TheGuernseySPCA
Donate
Donate by calling 01481 257261, by post to GSPCA, Rue des Truchots, St Andrews, Guernsey GY6 8UD or online https://giving.gg/donate/charity/2/Guernsey-Society-for-the-Prevention-of-Cruelty-to-Animals-(GSPCA)
BIGGEST BUILD APPEAL
The GSPCA have the BIGGEST BUILD APPEAL in our 150 year history and to find out more please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-biggest-build-appeal
GSPCA Celebrates 150 years in 2023 and 151 years in 2024
This year the GSPCA celebrate 150 into 151 years and to find out more please check out https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-celebrating-150-years
Sponsored Event
Why not create your own sponsored event or challenge - https://giving.gg/donate/charity/2/Guernsey-Society-for-the-Prevention-of-Cruelty-to-Animals-(GSPCA)
For lots more ideas why not visit our fundraising page www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising
Wish List
Check out our wish list page from the smallest of items to our biggest of projects there are many ways to support us - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/our-plans-wish-list
To visit our Amazon Wish list to see some of the items we need to help the wildlife please visit - https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/25MJPPDAGXHL1?type=WishList
GSPCA Wildlife Hospital Appeal
To make a direct donation please visit - https://giving.gg/donate/event/4618/Please-Support-the-GSPCA-Wildlife-Hospital-Appeal
To Buy a Brick in the new Wildlife Hospital and download a leaflet please click here - http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Buy%20a%20Brick%20Wildlife%20Hospital.pdf
Larger donors or corporates may want to make a larger donation and become an Exclusive Build Partner and to find out more please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-exclusive-build-partner
Legacies & Bequests
By leaving a gift to the GSPCA in your Will really helps us to improve the lives of animals into the future. After providing for those you care for, please consider leaving a proportion of what remains to the GSPCA it is so appreciated and makes a real lasting legacy.
A gift like this to the GSPCA ensures our animals and those in Guernsey will always have someone to keep them safe. To find out more please http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/gifts-wills-and-funding
Gift Aid on Donations over £500
To find out about the States of Guernsey tax relief information on gift aid up to 2020 on donations totalling between £500 and £5000 please see the details by going to https://www.gov.gg/CHttpHandler.ashx?id=2617&p=0
2021 gift aid is from £500 and up to £7500 and here are the details - https://www.gov.gg/article/151830/Income-tax-relief
To download the form to claim for 2020 or before please follow this link https://www.gov.gg/CHttpHandler.ashx?id=1994&p=0
Become a sponsor and GSPCA member
Why become an Angel Pen Pal Sponsor and support our work each month please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Angel%20sponsor%20form%20special%202018%20new.pdf
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
Share our posts and follow us on social media
Many of you will have seen us on social media and your support liking and sharing our posts is really appreciated, and to visit our social media pages please go to
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GuernseySPCA
Twitter https://twitter.com/GSPCA
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/gspca-guernsey-965b0751/
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gspca_guernsey/
Subscribe to our Supporters Newsletter
To subscribe to our supporters newsletter and find out about upcoming events and news please go to https://us14.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=9324335c87c8b3ec9f0016f2a&id=e61c951a08
Below are our usual opening times but these are occasionally adjusted to ensure we provide the best of care for the animals and those needing our 24/7 help, in an emergency please call 01481 257261
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Reception & Shop area |
Collecting/Dropping Off Boarding Dogs & Cats |
Viewing animals for adoption |
Emergencies Call 257261 or the Shelter is manned 24/7 |
GSPCA Charity Shop in Smith Street |
Monday’s |
9am – 5pm |
11am – 4pm |
11am – 4pm |
24/7 |
8am - 530pm |
Tuesday’s |
9am – 5pm |
11am – 4pm |
11am – 4pm |
24/7 |
8am - 530pm |
Wednesday’s |
9am – 5pm |
11am – 4pm |
11am – 4pm |
24/7 |
8am - 530pm |
Thursday’s |
9am – 5pm |
11am – 4pm |
11am – 4pm |
24/7 |
8am - 530pm |
Friday’s |
9am – 5pm |
11am – 4pm |
11am – 4pm |
24/7 |
8am - 530pm |
Saturday’s |
9am – 5pm |
11am – 4pm |
11am – 4pm |
24/7 |
8am - 530pm |
Sunday’s |
11am – 4pm |
11am – 4pm |
11am – 4pm |
24/7 |
Closed |
Bank Holiday’s (**Varied times**) |
**Possibly 11am – 4pm** |
**Possibly 11am – 4pm** |
**Possibly 11am – 4pm** |
24/7 |
Closed unless advertised |
Upcoming Events we are at and need your help -
Wednesday 2nd to Sunday 6th October 2024 - Skipton Swimarathon - https://www.swimarathon.org/
October Half Term Tours – to be confirmed
Tuesday 5th November 2024 630pm Volunteer Induction Evening https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers
Dog First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Tuesday 12th November 2024 - Ref - Dog 12/11 https://www.gspca.org.gg/services/training-courses
Cat First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Tuesday 19th November 2024 - Ref - Cat 19/11 https://www.gspca.org.gg/services/training-courses
Christmas Tours – to be confirmed
February 2025 Tours – to be confirmed
Easter 2025 Tours – to be confirmed
2025 – Dolphin Parade - https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/coming-guernsey-2025-dolphin-parade-thanks-gspca-autism-guernsey
Many more events will be added and dates to be confirmed and if you have any events or ideas to please get in touch…………..
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