A very rare sight in Guernsey - A Natterer's Bat at the GSPCA

Submitted by Steve on 14:29, 3rd Jul, 2014 | 0

Last night the GSPCA staff and volunteers were kept very busy with stray animals and wildlife.

It is often very busy at this time of year, but one of the animals rescued from a cat and brought in was an extremely rare sight for Guernsey.

A Natterer's Bat was brought in which have only been seen on a very small number of occasions.

There is said to be a breeding colony in Jersey, but no such location has been found in Guernsey that we know of.

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GSPCA, Guernsey Police & the States Vet meet to discuss New Animal Welfare Law & the changes it brings

Submitted by Steve on 11:41, 3rd Jul, 2014 | 0

With the New Animal Welfare Ordinance (2012) coming into effect this week a meeting was held with those at the forefront of implementing and working with the new legislation.

Staff from Commerce and Employment including Mike Northmore and David Chamberlin the States Vet, staff from the GSPCA including the Manager Steve Byrne and Welfare and Education Officer Sarah Creasey and the Guernsey Police Training Officers PC Claire Milner and PC Adrian Walder met to discuss the changes and the implications to the animals of Guernsey and their owners.

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Viva Las Vegas Ball sold out. Auction items include a rare signed Stereophonics Vinyl. Sponsored by Hepburns Insurance

Submitted by Steve on 16:00, 1st Jul, 2014 | 0

This Saturday at the St Pierre Park Hotel it is the Viva Las Vegas Casino Ball to raise funds for two local charities the GSPCA and the Thomson Memorial Trust.

With a 1950/60's dress code, casino, an American themed menu, the band Jomali, a fantastic raffle and lot's or surprises planned we are all looking forward to a great night.

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Vauvert School PTFA Summer Fayre a great afternoon of fun

Submitted by Steve on 16:51, 30th Jun, 2014 | 0

On Saturday the GSPCA were invited along to the Vauvert School Summer Fayre.

The gates were opened at 2.30pm by Dave the Minion and with the queues extending hundreds of yards both up and down the street in St Peter Port outside the school the stalls were flooded with adults and children.

For the GSPCA we had a Coconut Shy, Spin the Wheel, Tombola, a selection of animals looking for homes, pet supplies and other fund raising goods. 

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GSPCA Hedgehog talk a fantastic success and amazing entries to the competitions

Submitted by Steve on 16:01, 30th Jun, 2014 | 0

Earlier this year Sarah Ozanne and Lucy Ogier (Animal Care Assistants at the GSPCA) organised a competition to increase awareness of Hedgehogs in Guernsey. 

There were two classes - creating a 'Hedgehog Awareness Poster' and 'Build a Hedgehog House'. 

We were amazed by the response and had some fantastic entries. 

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Volunteer Induction Evening Wednesday 2nd July 6.30pm

Submitted by Steve on 15:43, 30th Jun, 2014 | 0

This Wednesday at 6.30pm the GSPCA is holding a Volunteer Induction Evening at the Shelter.

Every 6 to 8 weeks we hold Volunteer Induction Evenings where if you are interested in helping at the GSPCA fund raise, walk dogs, gardening, muck out, on reception or in any role we tell you all about the Shelter, our work, go through an induction in working safely and finish off with a chat about getting you started and setting a date.

On Wednesday Sarah Creasey the GSPCA Education and Welfare Officer will run through the induction which takes around 90 minutes.

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New Animal Welfare Law to come into effect on the 1st July 2014

Submitted by Steve on 17:59, 27th Jun, 2014 | 0

The first phase of the long awaited Animal Welfare (Guernsey) Ordinance 2012 will come into effect on 1st July 2014, replacing a number of pieces of legislation that have provided protection in the past.

The initial phase will introduce the new principle of a ‘duty of care’ to all animals.  This is based on the five freedoms which before now have been used as guidance for Welfare Charities but will now be a legal requirement of all pet owners. 

The five freedoms are:

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Finalists announced for the Livingroom Customer Service Awards and the GSPCA have a very special lady in the line up

Submitted by Steve on 15:02, 25th Jun, 2014 | 0

The shortlisted finalists have been announced in this year’s Livingroom Customer Service Awards.
Following a six-week voting process, during which the general public was able to nominate the individual or team they felt deserved an accolade for outstanding customer service, the judging panel met earlier this week to decide top three nominees and a winner i Share

GSPCA Cat and Dog First Aid Courses 6th & 13th July

Submitted by Steve on 16:15, 23rd Jun, 2014 | 0

After the success of the recent training at the GSPCA we are planning additional sessions through the year.

The dates for the first aid courses are:

Cat First Aid 9.30am - 11.45am Sunday 6th July 2014 - Ref - Cat 6/7

Dog First Aid 9.30am - 11.45am Sunday 13th July 2014 - Ref - Dog 13/7

Cat First Aid 9.30am - 11.45am Sunday 2nd November 2014 - Ref - Cat 2/11

Dog First Aid 9.30am - 11.45am Sunday 9th November 2014 - Ref - Dog 9/11

All courses are a minimum £15 donation and you must book your place by the Saturday before the training session.

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Hedgehog talk and tour 2.30pm Sunday 29th June - tickets on sale

Submitted by Steve on 14:27, 23rd Jun, 2014 | 0

Hedgehog Talk, Tour, Competition Results, Raffle & More. Sunday 29th June 2014 from 2.30pm. Tickets on sale
£5 minimum donation per adult
£2.50 minimum donation per child. Share

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