Submitted by Steve on 16:19, 20th Jun, 2019 |
Earlier this month the GSPCA had 26 staff from BachmannHR Group Ltd give up a day in the office to help out at the Shelter.
The fantastic, massive group helped all around the Shelter in many different ways from gardening to painting, with the animals to cleaning.
The group arrived at 9am and were welcomed by GSPCA Community and Training Officer Tim Pellett who after introductions set them to work.
Tim Pellett said “The staff from BachmannHR Group Ltd were fantastic.”
Submitted by Steve on 15:51, 20th Jun, 2019 |
It is an extremely busy time at the GSPCA helping wild animals at the GSPCA and when they arrive sick, injured and in need the GSPCA works around the clock to get them back to the wild.
Some need only few days of care while others need many weeks.
When they are ready for release we then ideally like to release them near where they were found and others where we can find a suitable release site.
Last month Blanchelande College kindly allowed us to release 3 young ducks with them that had been in our care.
Submitted by Steve on 10:48, 20th Jun, 2019 |
All around Guernsey each year businesses and offices have a special day when they bring their 4 legged friends to work.
This year Bring Your Dog To Work Day takes places on Friday 21st June.
Having a dog in the room can make human colleagues more cooperative, reduce stress, increase job satisfaction and productivity.
When adopting a dog or any animal from the GSPCA we often ask how many hours potential owners may be at work. Perhaps the question should actually be - are you able to take your dog to work?
Submitted by Steve on 16:22, 19th Jun, 2019 |
On Thursday 27th June GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne, GSPCA Staff Seb Goman and Gemma Gaudion and Work to Benefit placement Ben Lowndes undertake a very BIG challenge.
The 4 GSPCA team members are undertaking the Hellvetia Challenge which is a 600m open water swim, 2km bike ride up and down the infamous Val de Terres and finish with a 1.5km run.
This is all in aid of raising funds for the much needed GSPCA Wildlife Hospital and to sponsor the team please visit this link -
Submitted by Steve on 15:13, 19th Jun, 2019 |
On Sunday the GSPCA Manager undertook the challenge of running the 13.1 miles which makes up the Guernsey Dairy Milk Run Half Marathon.
Earlier this year the GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne celebrated his 40th year and helped raise funds for the GSPCA instead of cards and gifts.
Steve at the time decided that he had put on a little weight in recent years so made the decision to get fit and run the Guernsey Dairy Milk Run Half Marathon.
You can still sponsor Steve and donate online via - https://bit.ly/2vqrmFE
Submitted by Steve on 14:08, 14th Jun, 2019 |
We always love to hear how animals adopted from the GSPCA and here is a little update from Tiger the cats new home.
New owner Di Lihou said “Very happy to say Tiger has settled in with us very quickly and is such a loving and affectionate cat who loves loads of attention.”
“We were keen to rehome a cat from the GSPCA as have had one from you in the past and they have always been happy and well looked after.”
Ali Le Huray GSPCA Animal Care Assistant said “Tiger was such a loving cat and its great to hear and see that he is very happy in his new home.”
Submitted by Steve on 15:46, 13th Jun, 2019 |
We always love to hear from animals adopted from the GSPCA and last month two gerbils were adopted and are now very happy with their new owner.
Milly and Molly were adopted only a few weeks ago and it was great to get an update on how well they are doing.
New owner of Milly and Molly Siiri Skerker said “Milly and Molly have joined us and settled straight in.”
“We wanted to let everyone know at the GSPCA how happy they are in their new home.”
Yvonne Chauvel Senior Animal Care Assistant said “We have such a variety of animals in need of homes at the GSPCA.”
Submitted by Steve on 14:39, 13th Jun, 2019 |
Last month the GSPCA had the great pleasure in showing staff from Guernsey College of FE and Jersey Highland’s College around the Shelter.
Tim Pellet GSPCA Community and Training Officer hosted the tour showing Jane Fears from Guernsey and Tina Upstell from Jersey the 500 animals, introduced them to the team and show case our facilities and plans for the future.
Submitted by Steve on 12:07, 13th Jun, 2019 |
As part of the access course 'life skills' unit towards their NVQ in personal and social development (PSD) qualification, the students from Delancey Campus returned for the third time to enjoy helping out at the GSPCA.
Last month, the students, led by Helen Glenn and supported as ever by Pauline Dorau were able to do some vital front of house tidy up and plant some wonderful bulbs and flowers that were kindly donated by Ann Wragg recently.
Submitted by Steve on 11:33, 13th Jun, 2019 |
Evie and Connor spent their work experience week 29th April to the 3rd May with us at the GSPCA and were able to work in all areas of the Shelter and get fully involved.
Every month the GSPCA hosts dozens of placements and work experience from schools and other organisations and for many this is their first ever experience of the work environment.
