Upcoming Cat Emergency First Aid Courses Thursday 3rd December & Dog First Aid Wednesday 11th November at the GSPCA – Book Now
Spaces still available for the upcoming Dog & Cat Emergency First Aid Training Courses, designed to help pet owners and animal‑related professionals gain confidence, skills, and lifesaving knowledge.
Whether you want to be prepared in case of an emergency with your own pet, or you work with animals in a professional capacity, these sessions provide essential hands‑on learning in a friendly, practical environment.
Upcoming Course Dates
Cat First Aid Course
- Thursday 3rd December 2026 – 6.30pm–8.45pm
Reference: Cat03/12
Dog First Aid Course
- Wednesday 11th November 2026 – 6.30pm–8.45pm
Reference: Dog11/11
Booking & Donation
Each course requires a minimum £25 donation, and places must be booked by 5pm the day before the course date.
How to Book
Call: 01481 257261
Or pay via PayPal:
https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/DonateGSPCA
Please include the correct reference code (listed above) when paying so we know which course you are attending.
What’s Included?
During each session, participants will learn practical skills that can make a crucial difference in emergency situations. The course covers topics such as:
- How to assess an emergency
- CPR and resuscitation basics
- What to do in cases of poisoning
- Bleeding and wound care
- Choking
- Heatstroke and hypothermia
- Handling injured animals safely
- And much more
Every attendee receives:
Handouts
A few goodies
A certificate of completion
Essential Training for Owners and Professionals
These courses are not only invaluable for pet owners — they are increasingly important for those working in the animal care sector. With the new animal business licensing requirements being rolled out by the States of Guernsey this year, many professionals such as:
- Pet boarding businesses
- Home‑boarders
- Pet sitters
- Dog walkers
…will be required to demonstrate knowledge of emergency first aid as part of meeting licensing standards.
Completing our first aid training with the GSPCA is a proactive way to prepare for these upcoming regulations and ensure the highest standard of care for animals in your business.
Quote from GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne
GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne, who will be leading each session, said:
“Every year we see emergencies that could have had very different outcomes if someone on the scene had known what to do in those first vital moments. These courses are designed to give people the confidence and skills to help their pets — or animals in their care — should the unexpected happen. With new licensing requirements on the way for animal‑related businesses in Guernsey, now is the perfect time for owners and professionals to gain this essential knowledge.”
Book Your Place Today
Spaces are limited, and our first aid courses regularly fill up quickly.
To ensure your place, please book early by calling the GSPCA on 01481 257261 or by making a donation via PayPal using the appropriate reference code.
We look forward to helping you learn the skills that could one day save a life.
#GSPCABiggestBuildAppeal Update
The GSPCA Wildlife Hospital, part of the #GSPCABiggestBuildAppeal, continues to progress impressively. The roof is now complete, giving a striking preview of the future facility, and we recently held our topping out ceremony.
With the project now at its halfway point, the GSPCA is encouraging supporters to join the appeal by:
- Donating to the Build Fund
- Sponsoring a room, kennel, aviary, or specialised unit
- Supporting sustainability upgrades, including planned solar panel installations
- Taking part in events or community fundraising
- Leaving a gift or message of support via giving.gg
Every contribution supports the future of wildlife rescue in Guernsey for generations to come.
Check out more on the #GSPCABiggestBuildAppeal – https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspcabiggestbuildappeal
To donate to our work and the other animals in our care https://giving.gg/donate/charity/2/Guernsey-Society-for-the-Prevention-of-Cruelty-to-Animals-(GSPCA)
To see animals looking for new homes
https://www.gspca.org.gg/animals
To see our youtube channel and lots of videos please visit https://www.youtube.com/@TheGuernseySPCA
To see events, ways to support and animals in need please see our latest blog https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog
Upcoming events
- World Animal Month October 2026
- Feral Cat Day 16th October 2026
- National cat Day 29th October 2026
- Halt Term Spooky Tours October 2026 to be confirmed
- Dog First Aid Course 6.30pm - 8.45pm Thursday 12th November 2026 Ref – Dog11/11 https://www.gspca.org.gg/services/training-courses
- Cat First Aid Course 6.30pm - 8.45pm Thursday 26th November 2026 Ref – Cat2/12 https://www.gspca.org.gg/services/training-courses
- Possible Christmas Themed Animal Discovery Trail November/December 2026 to be confirmed with possible Ball
- World Wildlife Conservation Day 4th December 2026
- Festive Tours December/January 2026/7 to be confirmed
- Sidneys Sponsored Events - Grease and Dirty Dancing Saturday 10th April 2027
Steve continued “There are many ways to support the work of the GSPCA.”
“Our BIGGEST BUILD is now underway and we are desperately looking for support and to help in anyway please do get in touch and check out this link https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-biggestbuild-begins-demolition-underway-%E2%80%93-buying-brick-sponsorship-can-you-help .”
“To become an Angel Pen Pal Sponsor donating each month to help the hundreds of animals in our care which you can do by downloading this form - http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Angel%20sponsor%20form%20special%202018%20new.pdf or to become a Corporate Angel Pen Pal form for your business to sponsor animals in our care each year please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Corporate%20Angel%20Pen%20Pal%20sponsor%20formnew.pdf .”
“To think of helping animals and our work in your legacy or will please check out https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/gifts-wills-and-funding .”
“For those from those want to give CSR time and skills to those wanting to help sponsor or support something from our Wish List at the GSPCA http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/our-plans-wish-list .”
“If your group or business would like to find out about spending a day at the Shelter please go to -
http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/corporate-and-group-days “
“For other ways your business can help us here at the GSPCA please go to -
http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/how-your-business-can-help-gspca-corporate-sponsorship “
“If you would like to volunteer then to find out more details here -
http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers or to complete the volunteer application form please check out https://service.sheltermanager.com/asmservice?account=gspca&method=online_form_html&formid=14 .”
"We also have vacancies at the GSPCA and to find out more please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/vacancies ."
"For lots of ways to support our work please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-celebrating-150-years ."
“To visit our facebook page check out this link please click here .”
“To visit our x page please click here .”
“Thank you for your support.”
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