Elisa the poorly grey seal pup arrives at the GSPCA

Submitted by Steve on 13:26, 17th Nov, 2021 | 0

In the early hours of this morning the GSPCA Head of Marine Mammals Geoff George was out collecting from the harbour the second grey seal pup of the season needing our help.

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UPDATE Aurore the Jersey seal pup sheds his white coat

Submitted by Steve on 22:45, 11th Nov, 2021 | 0

Aurore was rescued in Jersey on the 23rd October by British Divers Marine Life Rescue after the poorly pup was reported to the JSPCA who passed on the details to the specialist rescue team.

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Pork Pie the seal pup on the road to recovery at the GSPCA

Submitted by Steve on 14:23, 29th Jun, 2021 | 0

We are pleased to announce that Pork Pie the grey seal pup originally from Cornwall is doing well and improving daily.

Geoff George GSPCA Animal Collection Officer and Head of Marine Mammals said “Little Pork Pie's wounds have healed and he is improving daily.”

“All 4 seal pups are eating well although Titan prefers mackerel to herring.”

“India, titan and Joey will hopefully be released next month but we have to ensure they are fit and well enough and we have good weather before we can set a date.”

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Cornish seal pup rescued by GSPCA

Submitted by Steve on 10:46, 1st Jun, 2021 | 0

Last night the GPSCA team were called out to the Fairy Ring for a poorly seal pup.

The pup was covered in cuts from a bloody nose to open wounds underneath and for its size very thin.

The seal pup also had a green tag with the number SL109.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “Last night the team were called to the Fairy Ring to attend a poorly seal pup.”

“In attendance was Geoff George, Dani and Beckie and as the sun was setting they were pointed to a pup by a kind family out on a walk that was indeed very poorly.”

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New seal named India thank you for al your suggestions

Submitted by Steve on 14:21, 13th Mar, 2021 | 0

On Thursday the GSPCA were called out to rescue a very sick grey seal pup which we appealed for help to name her.

We are pleased to report although she is still very poorly we are doing all we can and we have decided to call her India.

We would like to thank everyone for their suggestions.

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GSPCA rescue seal pup at Perelle – ideas for names and please donate to their care

Submitted by Steve on 13:17, 11th Mar, 2021 | 0

This morning the GSPCA were called out to attend what was reported to be a poorly seal pup at Perelle.

The team were dispatched to find an approximately 12 week old grey seal pup.

Only a little under weight the main concerns was it being lethargic and very chesty.

The pup was collected by Head of Marine Mammals GSPCA Geoff George and is now safely at the GSPCA.

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Happy #GSPCAPurpleWeek from Ellie the seal pups first dip

Submitted by Steve on 12:08, 12th Feb, 2021 | 0

This week Ellie the seal pup enjoyed her first dip.

Ellie has now joined seal pups Joey and Titan in our rehab pools as she is strong and well enough to do so.

We are really pleased to report that Joey is eating well on his own and Titan and Ellie are learning what to do and putting on weight daily.

Can you donate or even sponsor them to help support our vital work and support us celebrating #GSPCAPurpleWeek

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Extremely sad news as Blaze the seal pup passes away

Submitted by Steve on 20:19, 21st Jan, 2021 | 0

In the early hours today the GSPCA team were devastated as Blaze the grey seal pup passed away.

Found emaciated, with a number of ailments and injuries Blaze had been receiving treatment and around the clock care.

Despite making it through the first few nights Blaze passed away early this morning.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We are extremely saddened to have to let everyone know that Blaze the grey seal pup passed away early this morning.”

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4th seal pup rescued and in the care of the GSPCA

Submitted by Steve on 14:34, 18th Jan, 2021 | 0

Yesterday the GSPCA were called out to Port Grat to a poorly grey seal pup.

On call was GSPCA Warden Sarah Langlois who called Head of Marine Mammals Geoff George to assist to what was a young seal pup, emaciated and an injured nose.

The pup was picked up and transported to the GSPCA seal facility where she has been having around the clock care.

To donate to the seal pups and animals in our care please visit https://giving.gg/donate/event/5876/GSPCA-Coronavirus-Emergency-Appeal

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Last day of 2020 sees the GSPCA rescue Titan the seal pup

Submitted by Steve on 16:09, 4th Jan, 2021 | 0

New Years Eve saw the GSPCA team called out to the Fairy Ring to check out a possible seal pup in need.

GSPCA team members Geoff George and Beckie Bailey headed out to find a very under weight and weak.

To donate to the seal pups and animals in our care please visit https://giving.gg/donate/event/5876/GSPCA-Coronavirus-Emergency-Appeal

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