Guernsey

Last month the Hel(l)vetia Challenge took place and 2 of the GSPCA took part and you can still donate by going to -

https://giving.gg/donate/event/6908/Sponsor-the-GSPCA-team-doing-the-Hellvetia-Challenge

or

https://my.race-nation.co.uk/sponsorship/entry/351250

At the GSPCA we are often asked about advice on feeding wildlife but how to not to attract rats and mice.

Hedgehogs are a hugely popular animal that many of us love to attract to our gardens as they often snack on unwanted visitors like slugs and snails.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We often get asked at the GSPCA how to deter rats while helping feed wildlife in the garden.”

“We have put together tips to help with helping hedgehogs and birds here in Guernsey while deterring or not attracting rats.”

On Sunday 13^th September 9 years to the day since the first ever Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday we held our 9^th event.

With a beautiful day with just a gentle breeze the GSPCA saw a record breaking number of stall holders at our BIGGEST event of the year.

On the 8^th September the GSPCA were invited along to the Environment Hustings to talk to the Candidates standing in the 2020 Election.

Steve Byrne GSPCA attended the event that took place at Les Cotils.

As it was the Environment Hustings the topics discussed were focused on the theme, but the GSPCA daily face a huge range of challenges. Some of these discussed included –

Meet one of our residents ‘Hi I’m Sam JR

I was dumped at Chouet tip, I couldn’t stand, my crown all burnt and I smelt pretty bad too! Matt Hill-Smith The GSPCA’s night warden collected me and took me straight to the GSPCA

The next morning I went to the vets, my future did not look very promising but the team at the GSPCA and RI vet team wanted to give me a chance! So I started my medication and within a week the difference, I could start walking!!!! I was a happy cockerel again!

Look at me now, I’m fabulous!!!!

POSTPONNED Element 6 Raising at The Wicked Wolf

On Saturday 26th September 2020 Sidneys Sponsored Events were kindly going to run a fundraiser at the Wicked Wolf in aid of the GSPCA and Guernsey Chest and Heart.

Sadly this has had to be postponed due to unforeseen circumstances, however Corinne and the team are working hard at looking at other events and please keep an eye on our and their social media for upcoming exciting details – https://www.facebook.com/Sidneysfundraising

This Saturday at 815pm there are fireworks that we are aware of taking place.

These take place at a private event in the Mont Cuet Road, Vale area.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “With fireworks this Saturday at 815pm we are reminding all pet and animal owners to do what they can to ensure they are safe, well and cared for.”

“The loud bangs and bright lights can often scare animals and we often see an increase in escaped animals during these periods.”

With over 300 animals in our care we are extremely busy at the GSPCA and are appealing for blankets and especially towels to help to provide them with bedding, to help with handling and drying off.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "We use hundreds of towels and blankets every day at the GSPCA and our 4 laundry machines are on around the clock."

"As towels and blankets are used they can get torn by the animals or for those used in isolation or quarantine areas may have to be disposed of for medical reasons."

This year’s Hel(l)vetia Challenge takes place today and the GSPCA need your support by donating to

https://giving.gg/donate/event/6908/Sponsor-the-GSPCA-team-doing-the-Hellvetia-Challenge

or

https://my.race-nation.co.uk/sponsorship/entry/351250

Or call 01481 257261, at the Shelter or by post GSPCA, Rue des Truchots, St Andrews, Guernsey, GY6 8UD. Cheques make payable to ‘GSPCA’ please.

This Saturday at 10pm there are fireworks that we are aware of taking place.

These take place at the Guernsey Together event at Saumarez Park.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “With fireworks this Saturday at 10pm we are reminding all pet and animal owners to do what they can to ensure they are safe, well and cared for.”

“The loud bangs and bright lights can often scare animals and we often see an increase in escaped animals during these periods.”