12 new volunteers join the GSPCA for the 5th volunteer induction of 2017 - next induction 23rd May 630pm

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

Last week on Thursday 4th May we held our fifth volunteer induction of 2017 at the GSPCA and saw another packed room of 12 new helpers keen to learn how they can get involved with us here at the Animal Shelter adding to the 77 inducted this year taking this years inducted volunteers to a total of 89 not including others that have helped from businesses, groups and other organisations.

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A literal 100+ ground breaking staff from Northern Trust make a difference at the GSPCA

Submitted by Steve on 11:43, 12th May, 2017 | 0

Yesterday Northern Trust broke a GSPCA record as over 100 of their staff have now helped volunteer since April 2014.

This was a literal ground breaking record as the team of 8 not only took the volunteer numbers from Northern Trust to 106 they also spent the day digging, weeding, planting and laying a disabled access path to our wildlife area and pond with help from the Work to Benefit team and Group Leader Ann Wragg from St Andrews Floral Group.

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5 days left to vote for your People Manager of the Year 2017 with Guernsey CIPD - check here for how to vote

Submitted by Steve on 10:49, 3rd May, 2017 | 0

At the GSPCA we would like to on behalf of Guernsey CIPD share the details of how to nominate for the People Manager of the Year 2017 with only a few days left to vote.

Is there an outstanding influencer in your business? Someone passionate about people development? Someone who naturally impacts and motivates the people and the lives of those around them? If so, tell Guernsey CIPD about them and together they and you can applaud their commitment.

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Volunteer Induction Evening 6.30pm Thursday 4th May - All welcome - additional date also set on the 23rd May

Submitted by Steve on 07:57, 3rd May, 2017 | 0

Our fifth volunteer induction evening of 2017 takes place on Thursday 4th May at 630pm and we have additional one being held on Tuesday 23rd May.

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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Thank you to the two teams from The Travel Corporation helping out with the grounds work and care of the GSPCA animals

Submitted by Steve on 22:28, 2nd May, 2017 | 0

On Thursday 20th and Friday 21st April the wonderful staff from The Travel Corporation joined the team at the GSPCA.

This is the third year in a row team members from The Travel Corporation have helped at the GSPCA.

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Good luck Sarah Ozanne from all of the team at the GSPCA in a new veterinary nursing career

Submitted by Steve on 15:15, 2nd May, 2017 | 0

On the 15th February 2012 Sarah Ozanne joined the team at the GSPCA as a volunteer dog walker and started helping at the Animal Shelter in many of the departments.

Her interest in the work at the Shelter quickly grew and after applying for a full time post at the GSPCA she started her career in December of the same year.

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Beach restrictions for dog walkers and horses in Guernsey

Submitted by Steve on 10:04, 2nd May, 2017 | 0

The GSPCA are reminding all dog owners about the beach restrictions that came into place yesterday in Guernsey.

Dogs are not allowed on or off lead on the following beaches between 1st May – 30th September:

Fermain

Petit Bot

L’Eree

The Northern end of Vazon

Port Soif

Cobo

L’Ancresse / Pembroke

Dogs are also excluded from Shell Beach, Belvoir Bay, Fisherman’s Beach and the stretch of beach in front of the White House Hotel to the Herm Jetty.

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Spring time baby bird advice from the GSPCA

Submitted by Steve on 08:38, 25th Apr, 2017 | 0

With Spring well underway the GSPCA are asking Islanders to please be mindful of the many fledglings popping up around the Bailiwick. 

The GSPCA would like to remind that as a general rule, it is best to leave baby birds alone.

A baby bird has a greater chance of survival in the wild than it has being hand-reared by man as they learn to fend for themselves and how to forage for food by their parents.

Around 2 weeks after hatching young birds in your Bailiwick garden usually leave the nest, just before they learn how to fly.

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ADVICE FOR HORSE OWNERS - Recent case of Strangles reported in Guernsey

Submitted by Steve on 14:57, 24th Apr, 2017 | 0

In Guernsey a case of Strangles has recently been identified and the GSPCA are asking all equine owners to take care to ensure their animals are kept safe and well.

Strangles is a commonly diagnosed infectious disease that affects all equidae worldwide.  Caused by the bacterium Streptococcus equi.  

The disease is highly contagious and is spread by direct or indirect contact. It can affect any age, sex or breed of horse and remains a widely feared disease because of its debilitating effects and its potential economic impact on equestrian businesses.

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ADVICE FOR DOG OWNERS - With only a week until beach restrictions for dogs on beaches please take care due to palm oil sighted

Submitted by Steve on 14:29, 24th Apr, 2017 | 0

In recent years each winter dog owners are warned to keep pets away from any oily white substances they may find on local beaches. This month the same substance has been spotted once again on Channel Island beaches and the GSPCA are asking dog owners to take care when along the coast.

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