Only two days for dogs to enjoy some beaches before the Summer Restrictions

Submitted by Steve on 12:34, 28th Apr, 2022 | 0

We are very lucky that most of Guernsey's beaches are dog friendly during the summer months.  Saying this dogs are banned between 1st May and 30th September on the following –

Fermain

Petit Bot

L'Erée

Vazon (Northern end)

Cobo

Port Soif

L'Ancresse

Pembroke

Dogs are not permitted on Lihou Island and Lihou causeway all year round.

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DORA'S STORY - Dora the explorer home safe and sound

Submitted by Steve on 18:01, 25th Jan, 2022 | 0

On Thursday 13th January 2022 Dora a medium sized cross breed dog managed to escape and decided to go for bit of a walk about.

Dora was originally lost near Amherst School.

From there she went on bit of an adventure and evaded being caught for nearly two weeks.

The GSPCA had many reports in many Parishes and we know she seemed to enjoy her time in St Andrews and Castel where we believe she was for much of the time she was missing.

We were pretty confident she was between Talbot Valley and Beaucamps for much of the last few days she was stray.

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Dora Lost medium sized grey cross breed dog in the Amherst School area wearing a blue vest

Submitted by Steve on 13:59, 14th Jan, 2022 | 0

Yesterday a medium sized grey cross breed dog called Dora went missing in the Amherst School area wearing a blue vest.

We are appealing for sightings of Dora to be reported to the GSPCA by calling 257261.

Please do not chase the dog as you may scare her from the area but instead report the sighting immediately.

Gilly McClean GSPCA Receptionist said “Yesterday we had a report of a mixed-breed, medium sized dog missing from the Amherst School area called Dora.”

“She is brown and grey in colour and wearing a blue vest.”

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WARNING TO DOG OWNERS Possible Palm Oil reported at Pembroke

Submitted by Steve on 22:16, 25th Nov, 2021 | 0

The GSPCA is warning dog owners of the possible presence of a waxy substance along our coast line which could well be Palm Oil.

We have been informed of a sighting at Pembroke earlier today.

The public is advised not to remove the palm oil but anyone who has picked any up should double wrap it in plastic and dispose of it with their normal refuse.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We have had a report of a white oily substance being seen at Pembroke and we are asking all dog owners to be vigilant.”

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20 New Dog First Aiders thanks to the GSPCA and Cat First Aid Course next Wednesday

Submitted by Steve on 22:21, 11th Nov, 2021 | 0

Last night the GSPCA held its first Dog First Aid Course in 2 years and next week is the Cat First aid Course.

Taking the course was be GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne who has over 24 years working in the field of animal rescue and with over 3000 animals through the doors every year at the GSPCA the team see cases of animal first aid on a daily basis here in Guernsey.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We have been running dog and cat first aid courses for over seven years and with the 20 attendees last night we have trained over 320 participants to help save animals lives.”

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From 1st October Dog & Horse Restrictions Lifted on Beaches in Guernsey for the next 6 months

Submitted by Steve on 12:40, 24th Sep, 2021 | 0

We are very lucky that most of Guernsey's beaches are dog friendly during the summer months.  From the 1st October the beaches where dogs are banned between 1st May and 30th September have the restrictions lifted and these are –

Fermain

Petit Bot

L'Erée

Vazon (Northern end)

Cobo

Port Soif

L'Ancresse

Pembroke

Dogs are not permitted on Lihou Island and Lihou causeway all year round.

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WEATHER WARNING FROM THE GSPCA - Hot Cars Kill Dogs & hot pavements damage feet

Submitted by Steve on 09:03, 7th Sep, 2021 | 0

With hot weather the GSPCA always receives calls and reports from the public that have seen dogs locked in cars, dogs being walked on hot pavements, animals in direct sunlight and we want to remind all pet owners of the real dangers to their pets.

With the warm weather and direct sunlight, dogs and other animals whether in cars or their pens are potentially in a situation where you could kill your pet if it is left, regardless of the situation.

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GSPCA talks on the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 Review

Submitted by Steve on 12:36, 12th Aug, 2021 | 0

The GSPCA along with the RSPCA, Battersea Dogs’ Home, and the Kennel Club (to name a few) supports a review of the Dangerous Dog Act 1991 and all breed specific legislation and policies. However, sadly most welfare campaigners believe DEFRA will be unlikely to want to backtrack on this outdated Legislation that has now been in place for 30 years.

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WEATHER WARNING FROM THE GSPCA - Hot Cars Kill Dogs & puts animals at risk

Submitted by Steve on 11:54, 15th Jul, 2021 | 0

With hot weather the GSPCA always receives calls and reports from the public that have seen dogs locked in cars, dogs being walked on hot pavements, animals in direct sunlight and we want to remind all pet owners of the real dangers to their pets.

With the warm weather and direct sunlight, dogs and other animals whether in cars or their pens are potentially in a situation where you could kill your pet if it is left, regardless of the situation.

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#BringYourDogtoWorkDay #TakeYourDogToWorkDay Friday 25th June

Submitted by Steve on 14:01, 21st Jun, 2021 | 0

All around Guernsey each year businesses and offices have had their 4 legged friends come to work and this ear Bring Your Dog To Work Day takes places today, Friday 25th June.

Having a dog in the room can make human colleagues more cooperative, reduce stress, increase job satisfaction and productivity.

When adopting a dog or any animal from the GSPCA we often ask how many hours potential owners may be at work.  Perhaps the question should actually be - are you able to take your dog to work?

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