ADVICE - Avian Bird Flu cases continue across the UK and latest advice from the States Vets Department

Submitted by Steve on 16:16, 3rd Feb, 2025 | 0

Last week this announcement was made by the Staes Vet department in Guernsey -

‘Good morning,

There are currently outbreaks of bird flu in wild and kept birds in the UK. This is a reminder to all poultry keepers to remain vigilant and maintain good biosecurity so as to avoid any local outbreaks.

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APPEAL - Please donate to Crystals eye operation at the GSPCA

Submitted by Steve on 16:06, 3rd Feb, 2025 | 0

24/7 the GSPCA helps and rescues animals which are sick, injured and needing help.

One of the cats currently in our care currently needs an operation which will cost over £1000.

To make a kind donation go to https://giving.gg/donate/charity/2/Guernsey-Society-for-the-Prevention-of-Cruelty-to-Animals-(GSPCA)  , call 01481 257261 or by post please make cheques payable to 'GSPCA’ and send to GSPCA, Rue des Truchots, St Andrews, Guernsey, GY6 8UD.”

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GSPCA Purple Week Friday 7th - 14th February 2025 celebrating 152 years are you getting involved?

Submitted by Steve on 15:55, 24th Jan, 2025 | 0

#GSPCAPurpleWeek is a time to celebrate what will be our 151st going into our 152nd year of the Animal Shelter and the work of the GSPCA.  

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137th GSPCA AGM, Celebrations, Awards & BIG BUILD Thursday 30th January 2025 7pm arrival at the Animal Shelter

Submitted by Steve on 13:57, 21st Jan, 2025 | 0

The GSPCA would like to invite members and those interested to join us at our 137th AGM on Thursday 30Share

137th GSPCA AGM, Celebrations, Awards & BIG BUILD Thursday 30th January 2024 7pm arrival at the Animal Shelter

Submitted by Steve on 17:27, 20th Jan, 2025 | 0

The GSPCA would like to invite members and those interested to join us at our 137th AGM on Thursday 30th July 2024 to celebrate our 151 year history.

Welcome drinks and nibbles will be available from 7pm, with the meeting starting at 7.30pm at the Animal Shelter in St Andrews., GY6 8UD 

The main agenda items and itinerary will be -

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PLEASE keep your dogs under control when around livestock

Submitted by Steve on 13:08, 15th Jan, 2025 | 0

Every day the GSPCA help lost and stray animals and almost daily farm animals.

Some of these are due to dogs being walked worrying the herd or individual animals which can result in them being hurt or escaping.

With the larger farm animals we are called out to help everything from escaped horses to sheep in the road, cows in gardens to pigs out and about and many more.

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IMPORTANT WARNING – MICROCHIP COMPANY SCAM – Please ensure you only communicate with legitimate companies

Submitted by Steve on 12:47, 15th Jan, 2025 | 0

The GSPCA have been made aware of a recent scam aimed at pet owners with microchipped pets.

GSPCA Receptionist Sharna Leaman said “The GSPCA would like to highlight we've been informed about a scam email circulating, claiming to be from a pet microchip network.”

“The email asks pet owners to verify their pets' microchip details.”

“Please be cautious and remember: Always know which microchip company your pet is registered with. Only visit their official website to manage your pet’s details.”

“Stay safe and protect your furry friends!”

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Huge thanks to the Best Western Hotel de Havelet Christmas for their donation from their Christmas Bingo

Submitted by Steve on 15:31, 10th Jan, 2025 | 0

Once again on Christmas Day the Best Western Hotel de Havelet kindly undertook some fund raising which included a bingo event in aid of the GSPCA.

The annual event is hugely appreciated by all at the GSPCA and we are so thankful for the amazing £196.63 raised by the Best Western Hotel.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We are hugely grateful to the Best Western Hotel de Havelet for their amazing donation of £196.63 from their Christmas bingo event.”

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UPDATE 5 NEW YEAR EVE FIREWORK EVENTS approx 7pm St Martins, 730pm GY6 8SS, 1155pm Forest, 12pm St Sampsons & St Martins GY4 6BX

Submitted by Steve on 17:12, 31st Dec, 2024 | 0

UPDATE - we have heard of a 5th event tonight approximately at 12pm in St. Sampsons GY2 4AT

After an incredibly busy November with fireworks there are four displays planned this evening for New Years Eve that we are aware of.

Every year we hear of firework related incidents involving animals and children. While fireworks may be exciting and pretty to look at and its fun to celebrate many celebrations with a bang, we must put our safety, the safety of our pets and the local wildlife first. 

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UPDATE 4 NEW YEAR EVE FIREWORK EVENTS approximately 7pm St Martins, 730pm GY6 8SS, 1155pm in Forest & 12pm St Martins GY4 6BX

Submitted by Steve on 15:14, 31st Dec, 2024 | 0

UPDATE - we have heard of a 4th event tonight approximately at 12pm in La Rue de la Corbinerie, St Martins, GY4 6TX

After an incredibly busy November with fireworks there are four displays planned this evening for New Years Eve that we are aware of.

Every year we hear of firework related incidents involving animals and children. While fireworks may be exciting and pretty to look at and its fun to celebrate many celebrations with a bang, we must put our safety, the safety of our pets and the local wildlife first. 

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