Three Seal Pups Returned to the Wild at Portelet This Morning

Submitted by Steve on 13:04, 14th Mar, 2026 | 0

Three Seal Pups Returned to the Wild at Portelet This Morning

The GSPCA is delighted to announce the successful release of three grey seal pups—Avalanche, Glacier and Frosty—back into the wild this morning at Portelet. After months of intensive care, rehabilitation and dedicated monitoring, the trio made their way into the sea just after 10.30am on what was a beautifully sunny spring morning.

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Young Grey Seal Pups Frosty, Glacier & Avalanche Set for Release as GSPCA Continues Wildlife Hospital Build

Submitted by Steve on 16:17, 5th Mar, 2026 | 0

Young Grey Seal Pups Frosty, Glacier & Avalanche Set for Release as GSPCA Continues Wildlife Hospital Build

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Rescued Grey Seal Pups Glacier, Avalanche & Frosty Move to Next Stage of Rehabilitation

Submitted by Steve on 17:41, 3rd Feb, 2026 | 0

Rescued Grey Seal Pups Glacier, Avalanche & Frosty Move to Next Stage of Rehabilitation
#GSPCABiggestBuildAppeal Progresses as Construction Reaches Halfway Point

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Beaches Reopen Today for Dogs in Guernsey – But Please Be Mindful of Wildlife, Especially Seal Pups

Submitted by Steve on 10:02, 1st Oct, 2025 | 0

As Guernsey’s beaches reopen to dogs today following the seasonal restrictions, the GSPCA  are reminding dog owners to enjoy the coast responsibly and to be especially mindful of wildlife, including resting wading birds and seal pups, which are born around this time of year.

From 1st May to 30th September, dogs are not permitted on the following beaches:

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Roar and California Girl the seal pups ready for the wild and likely last two pups to be housed in the current pools #BIGBUILD

Submitted by Steve on 16:26, 28th Feb, 2025 | 0

The GSPCA are excited to announce that Roar and California Girl will soon be released back into the wild and are very likely to be the last seals to be cared for in the current facilities.

To see VT’s of the seals and our work please visit https://youtube.com/shorts/1EuW3XU87wQ?feature=share  

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Doyle, Dolly and Valentine last of the 2023/24 season seal pups back where they belong

Submitted by Steve on 16:52, 30th Jul, 2024 | 0

The GSPCA are delighted to announce that the last 3 seal pups in our care will be back in the wild.

To see a VT of the seals please visit https://youtube.com/shorts/1EuW3XU87wQ?feature=share  

Geoff George Head of Marinee Mammals said “The last 3 seal pups all rescued in Guernsey Doyle, Dolly and Valentine have been doing really well and on Sunday were released back to the wild.”

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Doyle, Dolye and Valentine soon to be back in the wild

Submitted by Steve on 12:57, 18th Jul, 2024 | 0

The GSPCA are delighted to announce that soon the last 3 seal pups in our care will be back in the wild.

To see a VT of the seals please visit https://youtube.com/shorts/1EuW3XU87wQ?feature=share  

Geoff George Head of Marinee Mammals said “The last 3 seal pups all rescued in Guernsey Doyle, Dolly and Valentine are doing really well and soon ready for release.”

“They’ve more than double and tripled their weight and we just making a plan to release them in the next few weeks.”

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Didier, Maya, Faulkner and Jem the Jersey seal pups released back into their home waters #WithoutUs

Submitted by Steve on 11:45, 28th Apr, 2024 | 0

Yesterday for the first time in 5 years the GSPCA were able to return Jersey rescued seal pups back into their home waters thanks to Condor Ferries and all involved.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “Yesterday was the first time since 2019 that we have been able to return Jersey grey seal pups back into the waters from where they were rescued.”

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GSPCA Wish List – Extra large sky kennels needed to transport seals back to the wild

Submitted by Steve on 12:13, 12th Apr, 2024 | 0

At the GSPCA we are always in need of equipment, feed, and so much more and currently we are in desperate need of additional sky kennels to return the 9 seal pups back to the wild.

You can see the extra large sky kennels we need by going to https://www.innerwolf.co.uk/petmate-sky-kennel-dog-travel-kennel/

These are not only used for seals but other large species from dogs to sheep and goats in some circumstances.

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Friday 22nd March International Day of the Seal – please help support the 9 Channel islands seal pups at the GSPCA

Submitted by Steve on 17:51, 21st Mar, 2024 | 0

 Friday the 22nd March celebrates International Day of the Seal and with more seals in our care in our 151 year history they and we would really appreciate your support.

There are many ways to help us help the 9 seal pups and here are a few ideas –

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