Lucky cormorant survives fish hook through her system now back in the wild

Submitted by Steve on 21:37, 13th Jan, 2017 | 0

Last Sunday GSPCA Warden Suzy Rose was called out to a very poorly large seabird.

The bird was identified as a comorant and staff were concerned for its health due to line possibly attached to a hook inside the bird so it was taken to Isabelle Vets.

The bird was examined by Vet Ben Howitt who decided to x-ray the cormorant that the GSPCA staff has named 'Lady in Black'.

The x-ray clearly showed a hook inside Lady in Black and so the bird needed 5 days worth of care and a little luck to help her back to the wild.

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Extra Night Set - Swede Dreamz Tribute Band present an evening of ABBA - A Ball in aid of the GSPCA Saturday 27th May

Submitted by Steve on 16:47, 12th Jan, 2017 | 0

Due to HUGE DEMAND and sell out as soon as it went live we can confirm a second night of the Swede Dreamz Tribute Band present an evening of ABBA Ball in aid of the GSPCA Saturday 27th May at the Duke of Richmond Hotel

Two course meal, raffle and auction.

Tables of 10 and smaller parties welcome.

Fancy dress 70s style encouraged.

£48 per person Contact Corinne to reserve your place.

Please contact Corinne on 07911-720469 or Email: [email protected] to reserve your place(s)

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Help raise funds for our 144th Anniversary during the GSPCA Purple Week 10th to 17th February

Submitted by Steve on 17:08, 11th Jan, 2017 | 0

The GSPCA was founded in 1873 and this February to help celebrate 144 years caring for animals in Guernsey we are asking for your help.

There are many ways you, your school, group, work place, business can help celebrate.

The GSPCA week starts 10th February and celebrations will carry on until the 17th with our anniversary being Valentines Day the 14th February.

Ideas to get involved.......

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Advice for pets and wildlife from the GSPCA with possible snow due in Guernsey

Submitted by Steve on 16:07, 11th Jan, 2017 | 0

With cold weather on the way the GSPCA want pet owners to consider all the animals of Guernsey.

During a cold snap the GSPCA are on full alert, ready to deal with a variety of animals affected by the low temperatures.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "With the coming cold snap and possible snow on its way, at the GSPCA we want to ensure pets and other animals kept and live outside are safe and have all they need."

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2017 Starts with 21 New Volunteers joining the GSPCA

Submitted by Steve on 10:15, 9th Jan, 2017 | 0

On Thursday we held the first volunteer induction of 2017 at the GSPCA and saw a packed room of 21 new helpers keen to learn how they can get involved with us here at the Animal Shelter.

The induction took place just after 6.30pm with GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne talking to the group about who we are, what we do, the ways volunteers can help and an induction of how to help safely.

GSPCA staff member Gilly McClean was also there to help and chat to the group of new volunteers aged from 13 years upwards.

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Sami the seal pup eating on her own at the GSPCA - could you help donate to feed her fish and the other animals in our care

Submitted by Steve on 15:27, 6th Jan, 2017 | 0

We are pleased to announce that Sami the seal pup rescued in jersey between Christmas and New Years has started eating fish all on her own.

She is extremely thin so it will take months before she is strong enough to release to the wild and it would be wonderful if you could help donate to her care to help towards the fish she will need as well as help the hundreds of other animals in our care.

We will of course keep you up to date with her progress.

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Avian Influenza Prevention Zone Extended in the UK and advice in Guernsey

Submitted by Steve on 17:10, 5th Jan, 2017 | 0

Just over a month ago the States Vet issued advice regarding Avian Flu precautions in Guernsey.

Yesterday the following information was initiated by Animal and Plant Health Agency APHA in the UK.

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Jersey Grey Seal Pup Update at the GSPCA

Submitted by Steve on 16:14, 3rd Jan, 2017 | 0

Last week a grey seal pup was rescued in Jersey by the JSPCA and BDMLR (British Divers Marine Life Rescue) which was transported to Guernsey and is now in the care of the GSPCA.

To see the full story of the rescue please visit - http://gspca.org.gg/blog/jersey-grey-seal-pup-rescued-jspca-bdmlr-now-gspca-thanks-blue-islands

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Secret Life of Pets event at Beau Cinema - Sunday January 15th and a chance to win tickets for a family of 4

Submitted by Steve on 12:48, 3rd Jan, 2017 | 0

Join us and the team from @Beau Cinema for an animal antics event at BSJ

Sunday 15th January 2017 from 2pm

  • Meet residents of our real life petting zoo
  • Meet our costume characters and have your photo taken
  • We will be running various stalls & activities on the day
  • Come in fancy dress
  • Goody bags available from the pop-up shop
  • Watch the Secret Life of Pets box office hit from 3.30pm in @Beau Cinema

Event begins from 2pm – film starts at 3.30pm

Tickets £4.50 per person

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New Years, New Goals? - First Volunteer Induction of 2017 at the GSPCA Thursday 5th January 6.30pm

Submitted by Steve on 12:20, 3rd Jan, 2017 | 0

Many of us will have been thinking of setting goals for 2017 and maybe yours is to volunteer somewhere in Guernsey.

We are always looking for volunteers to help at the Shelter in a variety of roles. Volunteers helping raise funds for the GSPCA Animal Shelter Guernsey

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