GSPCA Issues Reminder as Concerns Raised Over Dogs Exercised attached to a bike in Extreme Heat

Submitted by Steve on 15:38, 27th May, 2026 | 0

GSPCA Issues Reminder as Concerns Raised Over Dogs Exercised attached to a bike in Extreme Heat

The GSPCA is urging pet owners to take extra care during the current spell of hot weather following reports of a dog being exercised while attached by a lead to a bicycle in high temperatures.

The charity is highlighting the serious risks associated with exercising dogs in hot conditions, particularly on sun-heated surfaces.

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Celebrate National Rescue Dog Day with the GSPCA – Give a Dog a Second Chance

Submitted by Steve on 16:17, 20th May, 2026 | 0

Celebrate National Rescue Dog Day with the GSPCA – Give a Dog a Second Chance

The GSPCA is inviting islanders to celebrate National Rescue Dog Day by considering giving a loving home to a dog in need. With a range of wonderful characters currently waiting for adoption, now is the perfect time to make a life-changing difference—for both you and a rescue dog.

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Upcoming Dog & Cat Emergency First Aid Courses this April at the GSPCA – Book Now

Submitted by Steve on 15:44, 10th Apr, 2026 | 0

Upcoming Dog & Cat Emergency First Aid Courses this April at the GSPCA – Book Now

The GSPCA is pleased to announce the next dates for our Dog and Cat Emergency First Aid Training Courses, designed to help pet owners and animal‑related professionals gain confidence, skills, and lifesaving knowledge.

Whether you want to be prepared in case of an emergency with your own pet, or you work with animals in a professional capacity, these sessions provide essential hands‑on learning in a friendly, practical environment.

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Simba turned ONE yesterday and please donate to his hip x-ray

Submitted by Steve on 16:48, 26th Mar, 2026 | 0

Simba turned ONE yesterday and please donate to his hip x-ray

We help 100’s of dogs every year and care for 1000’s through our boarding service and this week celebrated one of the dogs in our care first birthday.

Yesterday we celebrated Simba’s first birthday and we are appealing for donations an x-ray on his hips which was discovered just before he turned one.

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Rogue the French Bulldog Celebrates His 2nd Birthday and a Successful Operation at the GSPCA

Submitted by Steve on 10:52, 16th Mar, 2026 | 0

Rogue the French Bulldog Celebrates His 2nd Birthday and a Successful Operation at the GSPCA

The team at the GSPCA is delighted to share the heart‑warming story of Rogue, a much‑loved French Bulldog currently in our care, who recently celebrated not only his 2nd birthday but also a successful operation that will greatly improve his quality of life.

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GSPCA staff complete a residential training week all about dogs to working in an animal charity thanks to the Battersea Academy

Submitted by Steve on 12:09, 30th Sep, 2025 | 0

Earlier this month two staff Seb Goman and Natalie Spicer had the wonderful opportunity to send a week at the Battersea Dog and Cats Home Academy.

Seb Goman Senior Animal Care and Welfare Assistant explains – ‘Natalie and I recently had the opportunity to attend a residential week at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home after completing a series of modules with the Battersea Academy over the past year.

The week was packed with valuable learning.

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13 New Dog First Aiders thanks to a specially arranged GSPCA Dog First Aid Course – next course in November

Submitted by Steve on 10:54, 28th Jun, 2025 | 0

On Wednesday GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne was joined at the Animal Shelter in St Andrews by 13 islanders attending a specially arranged GSPCA Dog First Aid training course.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “Recently I was contacted by Megan who enquired about running a GSPCA Dog First Aid Course for a group of her friends as they weren’t able to attend the course we held in May.”

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GSPCA HOT WEATHER WARNING Take care of your pets with the hot weather & help our wildlife

Submitted by Steve on 11:37, 18th Jun, 2025 | 0

As the sunny weather arrives the GSPCA are expecting to receive calls and reports from the public from dogs locked in cars, dogs being walked on hot pavements, animals in direct sunlight, wildlife in need and we want to remind all pet owners of the real dangers to their pets and how you can help wildlife.

With the extreme 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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Are you taking part with #BringYourDogtoWorkDay this Friday 20th June & raise funds for the #GSPCABIGGESTBUILD Kennels

Submitted by Steve on 11:09, 18th Jun, 2025 | 0

This Friday 20th June 2025 it is #BringYourDogtoWorkDay sometimes known as #TakeYourDogToWorkDay which we celebrate here at the GSPCA each as do many around the islands.

All around Guernsey each year businesses and offices have had their 4 some 3 legged friends come to work and this year Bring Your Dog To Work Day takes places on Friday 21st June.

This year we are asking islanders to get involved to help raise funds for the much needed new kennels as part of the GSPCA BIGGEST BUILD.

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Join in with #BringYourDogtoWorkDay Friday 20th June & raise funds for the #GSPCABIGGESTBUILD Kennels

Submitted by Steve on 16:24, 6th Jun, 2025 | 0

On Friday 20th June 2025 it is #BringYourDogtoWorkDay sometimes known as #TakeYourDogToWorkDay which we celebrate here at the GSPCA each as do many around the islands.

All around Guernsey each year businesses and offices have had their 4 some 3 legged friends come to work and this year Bring Your Dog To Work Day takes places today, Friday 21st June.

This year we are asking islanders to get involved to help raise funds for the much needed new kennels as part of the GSPCA BIGGEST BUILD.

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