First poorly grey seal pup of the 2025 sadly passes within hours of rescue from break waters at Fort Doyle

Submitted by Steve on 13:01, 7th Nov, 2025 | 0

Late last night the first white coat grey seal pup was rescued of the 2025 pup season from the break waters at Fort Doyle. At less than two weeks of age the poorly pup was thin, exhausted and had a lot of health issues and sadly passed away shortly after being rescued despite the best efforts of the team

Geoff George Head of Marine Mammals said “Last night we were called out to a sick seal pup which was fitting at Fort Doyle and was struggling in the breakers.”

“At only 22kgs so half of the weight the pup was extremely poorly and sadly passed away shortly after the rescue.”

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Major Milestone Reached in the #GSPCABiggestBuildAppeal as Demolition Completes & Wildlife Hospital Foundations Nearly Complete

Submitted by Steve on 11:24, 7th Oct, 2025 | 0

The GSPCA is thrilled to announce a significant milestone in the #GSPCABiggestBuildAppeal—all buildings have now been demolished to make way for the exciting redevelopment of the St Andrews Animal Shelter.

Work is now underway on the Wildlife Hospital, with concrete being poured into the newly excavated foundations. This marks a major step forward in the project, which aims to transform the shelter into a modern, sustainable facility for animals and the community.

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GSPCA team take part in the Saffery Rotary Walk supporting the #GSPCABIGGESTBUILD and 24 other good causes

Submitted by Steve on 14:03, 27th Jun, 2025 | 0

Earlier this month many of the GSPCA team and supporters took part in the Saffery Rotary Walk.

You can still sponsor the GSPCA team https://sportsgiving.co.uk/sponsorship/team/26792 or to sponsor Steve who is walking with the Guernsey Freemason team check out https://sportsgiving.co.uk/sponsorship/entry/1496717 no matter which it all helps 25 great causes including the GSPCA.

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First on site meeting for the #GSPCABIGGESTBUILD can you help us build for the future of Guernsey animals

Submitted by Steve on 17:13, 6th Jun, 2025 | 0

Yesterday the GSPCA met with those involved with the much needed #GSPCABIGGESTBUILD as the demolition of the old buildings is well underway.

Members of the GSPCA team met with the Breton team, DLM Architects, WT Partnership and Dorey, Lyle & Ashman Ltd who are just some of the many that will help build for the future for the animals and community of Guernsey.

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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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Less than one week to go until Skipton Swimarathon in aid of the GSPCA – have you sponsored the GSPCA team

Submitted by Steve on 14:40, 26th Sep, 2024 | 0

 

With the Skipton Swimarathon less than a week to go have you sponsored the GSPCA team? If not please check out this link 

https://giving.gg/donate/event/9674/GSPCA-Swimarathon-Team

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GSPCA Biggest Build Appeal

Submitted by Steve on 16:11, 26th Feb, 2024 | 0

The GSPCA are in the process finally to go to tender for the much needed facilities at the GSPCA.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “The GSPCA is about to go to tender for the BIGGEST Build in our 151 year history.”

“We fitted a new Small Animal Unit last year, which we have some final touches being completed currently.”

“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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BIGGEST APPEAL EVER - GSPCA BIG Build Appeal & Buy a Brick to build a brighter future for animals in Guernsey

Submitted by Steve on 14:55, 16th Aug, 2023 | 0

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “The GSPCA is currently in the process of its BIGGEST Build in our history.

Not only is it our 150th year we are currently trying to ensure the future for the GSPCA.

Ahead of the Wildlife Hospital Build we are currently building a Small Animal, Reptile and Bird Unit, the first of its kind at the GSPCA and essential before we push forward to build the Wildlife Hospital as the buildings they are in currently will be and need to be removed due to their condition and age.

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Please vote for the GSPCA in the Insurance Corporation Conservation Awards to help build the GSPCA Wildlife Hospital

Submitted by Steve on 21:22, 6th Jun, 2023 | 0

The GSPCA are delighted to announce that we are a finalist in the Insurance Corporation Conservation Awards and need your vote - https://insurancecorporation.com/community/guernsey-vote-the-peter-walpole-peoples-choice-award

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Full Planning Approved - Buy a Brick for Christmas or Become a Build Partner and help Wildlife in Guernsey this Christmas

Submitted by Steve on 13:09, 2nd Dec, 2022 | 0

The GSPCA recently received the written confirmation that full planning has been approved for a new Wildlife Hospital at the GSPCA.

This Christmas why not Buy a Brick to help this much needed Wildlife Hospital become a reality.

Option 1: £250 have your family name or company logo engraved on a brick which will feature in the build of the Wildlife Hospital.

Option 2: £50 buy a brick for the build.

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