6 New Dog First Aiders thanks to the GSPCA Dog First aid training last night – next course in November

Submitted by Steve on 10:37, 29th May, 2025 | 0

Last night GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne was joined at the Animal Shelter in St Andrews by 6 who attended the GSPCA Dog First Aid training course.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “Last week we were kindly invited along to Island Dog Training Club to run our Dog First Aid Course and last night we held the first of the 2025 courses at for dogs we are running at the GSPCA.”

“Like last week puppet Sid and resuscitation dog Casper joined us to pass on skills of how to save dogs lives if ever they get into trouble or difficulty.”

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Echo the St Martins School Dolphin Discovery Trail Dolphin is back meaning all 62 are out to find thanks to Gareth and School

Submitted by Steve on 16:10, 27th May, 2025 | 0

 

Last week we announced the Turfhunt Treasure Hunt app is now live if you use code EADASD so that you can find all 62 dolphins, also the website by Bailiwick Express can also be viewed.

The GSPCA and Autism Guernsey are even more delighted to announce that Echo is back in place near to St Martins Primary School at the St Martins Masonic Hall grounds, all be it now in a slightly protected location which means all 62 are out to view.

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GSPCA spend a wonderful evening training Dog First Aid to Island Dog Training Club with next course happening Wednesday 28th May

Submitted by Steve on 15:39, 27th May, 2025 | 0

Last Thursday GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne was invited to Island Dog Training Club for a very special evening of learning.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “Last week we were kindly invited along to Island Dog Training Club to run our Dog First Aid Course.”

“Puppet Sid and resuscitation dog Casper came along with me where we had a great evening with 30 of the club members passing on skills of how to save dogs lives if ever they get into trouble or difficulty.”

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GSPCA #BIGGESTBUILD Begins With Demolition Underway – From Buying a Brick to Sponsorship can you help?

Submitted by Steve on 07:08, 27th May, 2025 | 0

The GSPCA are delighted to announce our BIGGEST BUILD in our 152 year history has begun.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “The GSPCA is delighted to announce our BIGGEST Build in our 152 year history.”

“We have had some challenging times recently to prepare to be able to knock down many of our oldest buildings to ensure we can operate and start our long awaited BIGGEST BUILD.”

“This had to be done ahead of the three new builds we wish to do which will be a Wildlife Hospital, new Welfare and Rehoming Kennels and Ferret Unit.”

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See the GSPCA at the EDABL Seafront Sunday 25th May 2025 and can you help?

Submitted by Steve on 16:29, 22nd May, 2025 | 0

This Sunday the GSPCA will once again be on the Seafront for the last EDABL Seafront Sunday.

From 10am till just after 4pm the GSPCA are delighted to say we will be joining the EDABL Seafront Sunday to raise much needed funds and promote the work of the Animal Shelter.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "We always have great fun at the Seafront Sundays and not only are we looking forward to this weekend, we are appealing for volunteers to help at the second EDABL Seafront Sunday on the 5th May."

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GSPCA Guided Tours are back this May Bank Holiday Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday next week – Book Now

Submitted by Steve on 15:58, 22nd May, 2025 | 0

With 14 spaces per tour numbers are limited so book now to guarantee your place https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gspca-easter-guided-tours-tickets-627151335527?aff=oddtdtcreator

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "This May Bank Holiday Monday as well as Tuesday and Wednesday next week, thanks to Karen we have planned Guided Tours.”

“This could make a friend or loved one a fabulous gift and a chance to see much of what we do and learn our plans for the future.”

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6 New Cat First Aiders and Dog Course next week BOOK NOW with extra training dates set in 2025

Submitted by Steve on 16:29, 21st May, 2025 | 0

Each year at the GSPCA we hold Dog and Cat First Aid Courses.

For over a decade we have been running dog and cat first aid courses which help teach owners and pet lovers how to save the life of their pet or animal.

Last night we held our first Cat First Aid Course of 2025 and greeted 6 attendees from Guernsey..

GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne who has over 27 years working in the field of animal rescue runs the training and with over 3000 animals through the doors every year at the GSPCA the team see cases of animal first aid on a daily basis here in Guernsey.

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Only 1 Candidate to date visits GSPCA to discuss animal welfare challenges and the GSPCA Manifesto so additional dates set

Submitted by Steve on 13:42, 21st May, 2025 | 0

Over the last month the GSPCA have been advertising the opportunity for Guernsey Election Candidates to visit the GSPCA to find out about the 24/7 work we carry out helping our community, animals and working with many of the States departments extremely closely.

Of the three events this week open for Candidates to visit only one has attended so additional dates have been set.

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Dolphin Discovery Trail goes live with Turfhunt Treasure Hunt please use code EADASD and find all 62 dolphins also the website

Submitted by Steve on 16:33, 20th May, 2025 | 0

The GSPCA and Autism Guernsey are delighted to say that today the Dolphin Discovery Trail treasure hunt app has gone live.

After lots of testing you can visit Turfhunt as of now and if asked for a code use EADASD (see links below).

The app is completely free but donations are hugely welcomed and if anyone would like to be the sponsor of the app please do email steve@gspca.org.gg

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The 2025 GSPCA Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday a fabulous day thank you to all that helped, supported and came along & winners

Submitted by Steve on 13:04, 20th May, 2025 | 0

 Sunday the GSPCA held our 13th Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday since 2012.

Every year we the GSPCA are kindly allowed to take over the heart of the island as in St Peter Port harbour to run an event to celebrate animals in Guernsey.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “The GSPCA Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday is without doubt our biggest event of each year.”

“To be allowed to take over the Seafront each year to celebrate animals and our community is truly humbling and we are so grateful to all involved and of course all that support this amazing event.”

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