Please keep your pets safe this Easter

Submitted by Steve on 11:47, 15th Apr, 2014 | 0

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An emotional message from the Amazing Daz on his last day - please sponsor this man of steel doing the Marathon des Sables

Submitted by Steve on 12:49, 11th Apr, 2014 | 0

Daz Carre who is taking on the Maraton des Sables is on his last leg and another marathon having had an overnight run of 81km which went through Wednesday night and into Thursday morning.

Yesterday Daz sent an emotional message to family, loved ones and his supporters - 

'Wow, what an experience this week has been!

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Another fantastic Volunteer Induction Evening at the GSPCA

Submitted by Steve on 09:53, 11th Apr, 2014 | 0

On Wednesday another 13 new volunteers joined the GSPCA team.

Every 8 weeks or so the GSPCA hold Volunteer Induction evennings and this week we welcomed the newest group to the team.

With well over 340 volunteers helping the Animal Shelter every year and over 60 new helpers since the beginning of the year we are very grateful to all the help and support we receive.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said 'The volunteer support we receive is just fantastic and means we can do so much.'

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You're keeping his spirits high - Please sponsor a very brave Daz Carre in the Marathon des Sables 2014

Submitted by Steve on 08:41, 10th Apr, 2014 | 0

Today Darren Carre is on day 5 of the Marathon des Sables 2014.

Currently Daz is on the 81km (49mile) stage through the night and we are awaiting details. He finished Stage 3 in 7hrs 59 mins and went up to 593rd place. On Monday the second day in an amazing 8 hours 3 minutes and 594th place and his first day in 7 hours 7 minutes and in a fantastic 552nd place.

This Blog is written by the very brave Darren Carre or Daz as his friends know him -

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Day 3 & up to 593rd place in the Marathon des Sables 2014 - Please sponsor a very brave Daz Carre on day 4

Submitted by Steve on 11:01, 9th Apr, 2014 | 0

Today Darren Carre is on day 4 of the Marathon des Sables 2014.

He finished Stage 3 done yesterday in 7hrs 59 mins today and gone up to 593rd place. On Monday the second day in an amazing 8 hours 3 minutes and 594th place and his first day in 7 hours 7 minutes and in a fantastic 552nd place.

This Blog is written by the very brave Darren Carre or Daz as his friends know him -

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Volunteer Induction Evening Wednesday 9th April - Please note animal care weekend roles are currently full

Submitted by Steve on 10:37, 8th Apr, 2014 | 0

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

You need to be at least 14 years old to help at the Shelter.  If you are younger then you could still help.  If you talk to your parents or guardians they may help you with fund raising for the Animal Shelter.

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Day 1 7 hours 7 day 2 8 hours 3 in blistering heat - Please sponsor a very brave Daz Carre taking on the Marathon des Sables

Submitted by Steve on 08:53, 8th Apr, 2014 | 0

Currently Darren Carre is on day 3 of the Marathon des Sables 2014. He finished his second day in an amazing 8 hours 3 minutes and 594th place and his first day in 7 hours 7 minutes and in a fantastic 552nd place.

This Blog is written by the very brave Darren Carre or Daz as his friends know him -

I am currently embarking on an adventure (or torture as some say!) of a lifetime in which I hope to raise £2000 for each of my chosen charities.  So if you've seen me out running in even the most horrific of weather, this is why!!

The Challenge:

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Event - Student Officers Half-Island Walk for the GSPCA on Good Friday - Update on times

Submitted by Steve on 08:10, 8th Apr, 2014 | 0

It is customary for each intake of probationary student officers to arrange a charity event to raise money for a charity of their choosing. This is not compulsory but is embraced by most Student Officer Intakes as a way to go out into the community that they are preparing to ultimately Police.

Guernsey Police Student Officers Class 1 of 2014 have chosen the GSPCA as their charity of choice.

Their chosen event is a half island walk.  Anyone who wishes to join them for any part of the walk is more than welcome, and your furry friends are welcome too. 

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Thank you to OSA Recruitment, Guernsey Market, Market Bistro and all that helped & supported last week

Submitted by Steve on 18:54, 7th Apr, 2014 | 0

The GSPCA would like to make a number of thanks for a wonderful week which has started Pet Adoption Month and also World Stray Animal Day on Friday 4th April.

From Monday to Thursday last week we were once again invited into the OSA Recruitment Pop Up Shop where we had all sorts on sale to raise funds for the Shelter as well as a number of animals looking for new homes.

The shop had an Easter theme and we had many visitors through the week.

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Guided tours now over two weeks this Easter & open days at the GSPCA - please book early to avoid disappointment

Submitted by Steve on 12:51, 7th Apr, 2014 | 0

Due to demand during the first and second week of the Easter term at the GSPCA we will be running a series of open days.

During the two weeks we will have bric-a-brac to new goods on sale as well as refreshments, including hot drinks.

All going on in the Event and Training Room.

We are also arranging guided tours at 10.45am, 2pm and 3.20pm on certain days.  We are asking for a minimum donation of £5 per person and £3 per child, or £15 for a family of four.  

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