Win a chance to see a seal pup release - GSPCA Calls for Support Following International Seal Day to their care & the #GSPCABiggestBuildAppeal
The GSPCA is appealing for public support following International Seal Day, which took place on Sunday, as four grey seal pups continue to receive intensive care at the Shelter. This appeal comes shortly after a heart‑warming moment earlier this month when three rehabilitated seal pups were successfully released into the wild on a sunny afternoon at Portlet.
The four remaining pups in our care are making excellent progress. Over the coming days and weeks, some will move into the next stage of their rehabilitation journey, transitioning into larger pools as they build strength, confidence, and reach their required release weights.
Each of the pups currently eats 20–30 fish a day, mainly herring and mackerel, and their care costs at least £30–£40 per pup per day. With food, specialist treatment, heating, filtration, and constant monitoring, the costs rise quickly — and the GSPCA is asking the community to help make their recovery possible.
To encourage support, anyone who donates via our giving.gg link before the end of March 2026 and leaves a comment of support will be automatically entered into a free prize draw to join the GSPCA team at a future seal pup release — a truly unforgettable experience.
How to Win a chance to see a seal pup release and help
To donate and be entered into the free prize draw to attend a future seal pup release which will likely include Blizzard, Iceberg Lettuce, Ice Ice Baby and/or Icicle, please donate via this link (no minimum amount) and leave a message in the comments section:
https://giving.gg/donate/event/10265/Guernsey-seal-pups-and-the-GSPCA-Biggest-Build-Appeal (donations must be made before 11.59pm 31st March 2026 and include a comment of support)
Your generosity helps give these seal pups a second chance at life in the wild — and supports the future of animal care at the GSPCA and build the new Wildlife Hospital and other facilities.
Quotes
Geoff George, GSPCA Head of Marine Mammals, said:
“The four pups in our care Blizzard, Iceberg Lettuce, Ice Ice Baby and Icicle are doing really well, and it’s wonderful to see their personalities developing every day. A few of them are nearly ready to move into the next pool, which is a big milestone as they get closer to their release weight and good health. The recent release at Portlet was absolutely fantastic — a bright, sunny day and the perfect moment to see the three pups we worked so hard to rehabilitate head back into the sea where they belong. We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who helps us make these success stories possible.”
Steve Byrne, GSPCA Manager, said:
“Every donation — large or small — makes an enormous difference to the care of these beautiful seal pups and helps fund the work we do every day. Supporting through the giving.gg link not only helps with the costs of fish, treatment and round‑the‑clock care, but also contributes to our #GSPCABiggestBuildAppeal. The build is now halfway through, and thanks to amazing community support we have already raised half of the £3,700,000 needed. The new Wildlife Hospital is looking fantastic, with the roof trusses completed on the west wing and the east wing due to start very soon. We still need help to fund additional vital elements too, including solar panels and other sustainability features. We are so grateful to everyone who continues to support our work and our future.”
#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 from this mornings release 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
- Easter Tours March/April 2026 To be confirmed
- National Ferret Day 2nd April 2026
- 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
- 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
- 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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