Upcoming Dog & Cat Emergency First Aid Courses this April at the GSPCA – Book Now
The GSPCA is pleased to announce the next dates for our Dog and 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
Dog First Aid Course
- Wednesday 15th April 2026 – 6.30pm–8.45pm
Reference: Dog15/04
Cat First Aid Course
- Wednesday 29th April 2026 – 6.30pm–8.45pm
Reference: Cat29/04
Dog First Aid Course
- Thursday 12th November 2026 – 6.30pm–8.45pm
Reference: Dog12/11
Cat First Aid Course
- Thursday 26th November 2026 – 6.30pm–8.45pm
Reference: Cat26/11
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/donate?token=uqacHS6b8UBjz5gH7xpM8k-2DsGAbxt5RxYZAJHlLU6Kzs3FAQvZZ5i5UUf_B_lJ5tKgYJ5Q7NWFf8UR
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 west wing roof trusses are now complete, giving a striking preview of the future facility, and the east wing roof trusses are scheduled to begin very soon.
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
- Dog First Aid Course 6.30pm - 8.45pm Wednesday 15th April 2026 Ref – Dog15/04
- EDABL Seafront Sunday 26th April 2026
- Cat First Aid Course 6.30pm - 8.45pm Wednesday 29th April 2026 Ref – Cat29/04
- Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday 3rd May 2026
- Hedgehog Awareness Week 3rd – 9th May 2026
- Charities Seafront Sunday 17th May 2026
- GSPCA Cupcake Week 15th to 22nd May 2026
- Half Term Tours May 2026 May 2026 To be confirmed
- Microchip Month June 2026
- Volunteers Week 1st – 7th June 2026
- Guernsey Together Saturday 13th June 2026
- EDABL Seafront Sunday 21st June 2026
- Classic Vehicle Show Sunday 21st June 2026
- Take Your Dog to Work Day Friday 26th June 2026
- Viaer Marchi Monday 6th July 2026
- Kitten Day 10th July 2026
- World Snake Day 16th July 2026
- Guinea Pig Appreciation Day 16th July 2026
- EDABL Seafront Sunday 19th July 2026
- Rabbit Awareness Week (RAW) 23rd – 27th July 2026
- Summer Guided Tours July/August 2026 to be confirmed
- South Show GSPCA Dog Show Saturday 8th August 2026
- West Show 12th-13th August 2026
- World Lizard Day 14th August 2026
- North Show 19th-20th August 2026
- International Dog Day 26th August 2026
- EDABL Seafront Sunday 30th August 2026
- World Animal Month October 2026
- World Animal Day 4th 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 – Dog12/11
- Cat First Aid Course 6.30pm - 8.45pm Thursday 26th November 2026 Ref – Cat26/11
- 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
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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