Bonnie the grey seal pup 4 weeks on

Submitted by Steve on 15:31, 12th Feb, 2016 | 0

Nearly 4 weeks ago the GSPCA were called out to rescue an emaciated grey seal pup.

We are pleased to report that Bonnie is doing very well and is putting on weight each and every day.

Her thin body and neck is putting on that much needed fat and she is eating extremely well going through 3-4kg of fresh fish every day.

Still under weight for her age it will be at the very least 6 weeks or so before she is fit, fat and well enough to be put back in the wild.

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February half term guided tours at the GSPCA - Book your place online or call 257261

Submitted by Steve on 12:55, 12th Feb, 2016 | 0

During the school breaks we run a series of guided tours at the GSPCA and we have now planned for 2016 with some special tours for the children.

It is your opportunity to visit behind the scenes at our Animal Shelter in St Andrews and see the work being carried out for the new build.

We are arranging the guided tours on a series of dates at 2pm.  

We ask for a minimum donation of £5 per person and £3 per child, or £15 for a family of four.  In 2016 we have some themed tours which are £15 per child.

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A stray dragon found at Jerbourg point

Submitted by Steve on 12:40, 12th Feb, 2016 | 0

Yesterday a stray dragon was saved in Guernsey.

Out at Jerbourg Point a member of public came across a stray Bearded Dragon.

Very cold the team at the GSPCA have named the unusual stray Oliver and we are pleased to report despite being out in the Guernsey winter he is now safe at the Animal Shelter and made it through the night.

Their natural habitats include deserts, arid and rocky areas, dry forests and scrublands and are mainly found in the eastern and central parts of Australia and not the south east of Guernsey.

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The GSPCA ask please Think Fairtrade and Free Range this Pancake Day

Submitted by Steve on 08:51, 9th Feb, 2016 | 0

This Shrove Tuesday many of us will shopping for our ingredients today.  The GSPCA would like to remind everyone to think of the produce that you are going to use and please look to buy Animal Welfare friendly products such as free range eggs.

Although the EU legislation has forced many battery farms to improve their standards, chickens that live as free range birds have a much better quality of life.

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Pop Up Shop at the GSPCA has a new look thanks to Holeshot

Submitted by Steve on 12:55, 6th Feb, 2016 | 0

The GSPCA would like to say a huge thank you to Holeshot who kindly donated some of their shop fittings to our Pop Up Shop at the GSPCA in St Andrews

Holeshot who have now moved on to the Pollet in St Peter Port with HS2 kindly donated a number of rails and sections of shop fittings which have helped immensely in our Pop Up Shop which is open 9am to 5pm Monday to Saturday.

When you pop in to the Shelter all you need do is follow the paw prints on the floor from reception and on route you can see a number of the birds in our care as well as cats in need of homes.

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Appeal for Lucky a cat who could have cancer

Submitted by Steve on 14:42, 4th Feb, 2016 | 0

With over 1000 cats helped at the GSPCA every year we strive to do everything we can for the many strays, cruelly treated and unwanted cats.

At the end of August a 6 year old female cat found her way to the GSPCA when her owner could no longer care for her.

Although in fairly good health on the day she arrived during her assessment we discovered she had cat flu and also had sores on her feet.

After two months of treatments and veterinary care 'Lucky' as she is called improved and got better.

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Next week - GSPCA Bingo Bash & food at the Last Post Tuesday 9th February for GSPCA Purple Week to celebrate 143 years

Submitted by Steve on 11:10, 4th Feb, 2016 | 0

With our 143rd anniversary and GSPCA Purple Week we are holding an Animal Themed Chicken In A Basket Bingo BASH at the Last Post in St Andrews on Tuesday 9th February 2016

£14.50 per person from 7pm & £10.50 for children includes Food and 8 Games of Bingo

Animal themed fancy dress is optional.

Vegetarian and Gluten free options available

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21 new volunteers join the team at the GSPCA

Submitted by Steve on 14:35, 3rd Feb, 2016 | 0

Last night we greeted over 2 dozen volunteers and friends who packed the Shelter in St Andrews.

Of the 28 attendees 21 were interested in starting volunteering and finding out about the GSPCA.

The volunteer induction was given by GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne which started just after 6.30pm.

The new volunteers enjoyed sandwiches which had been kindly donated and the group found out about the work of the GSPCA, how they could help and an induction on working safely.

A pack was handed to each and also a certificate of attendance and thanks.

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Video of Bonnie the grey seal pup - Thanks to Dorfmeister Studios Guernsey

Submitted by Steve on 12:04, 29th Jan, 2016 | 0

Earlier this week the team from Dorfmeister Studios popped in whilst we were feeding Bonnie the seal pup to kindly put together a promotional video of her progress.

Putting on weight every day with the fresh fish she is having to be fed, the team at the GSPCA are overjoyed with her progress so far.

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And the winner & video for the GSPCA Design an Advert Competition is.......

Submitted by Steve on 14:46, 27th Jan, 2016 | 0

In the Autumn Term of 2015 Guernsey schools were invited to take part in the GSPCA Design an Advert Competition.

The competition which was run by Simone Richards the Lead Technology Teacher and GSPCA Welfare and Education Officer Sarah Creasey was rolled out to achieve a number of educational aims including -

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