Guernsey

Today a grey seal pup rescued in Jersey on Sunday at just 11.5kg has just arrived at the GSPCA in Guernsey.

Trevor as the 2 week old pup has been named has joined Temperance of a similar age at the GSPCA seal unit in Guernsey.

Both pups are around a quarter the weight they should weigh and both very weak so are in intensive care at the GSPCA.

The Jersey pup was rescued by the local branch of the British Divers Marine Life Rescue and was discovered severely underweight at L’Etacq.

This morning the GSPCA team were called out to rescue a dehydrated, thin, young seal pup from Beaucette Marina.

'Temperance' ' as the grey seal pup of just two weeks has been called is the thinnest grey seal pup on record to be rescued by the GSPCA in Guernsey.

Spotted on the headland, GSPCA Ambulance Driver and Marine Mammal Carer Geoff George attended to the scene after a call from a member of public.

With no mother in site and the poor condition of the young animal Temperance was rescued and has just arrived at the GSPCA.

The growth in exotic pets has seen a rapid growth in many parts of the world and this is no exception here in Guernsey.

At the GSPCA we have seen a dramatic increase in reptiles in recent years.

Earlier this year saw the first ever Guernsey animal welfare prosecution with the 2012 legislation with an owner of a bearded dragon and 3 snakes who were found emaciated and dehydrated.

During 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015 we would see between 1 and 3 reptiles a year of lizards and snakes at the GSPCA.

Yesterday morning the GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne with two guinea pigs Morla and Mudface popped into St Peter Port to feature on Guernsey's newest radio station.

Host James Bentley welcomed Steve and the two little piggies in need of a home just after 8.45am where they had a great chat about the work of the GSPCA and the many animals in need of homes like Morla and Mudface.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "It was fantastic to catch up and chat with James on Gsy Radio yesterday about the work of the GSPCA."

Wednesday morning the 25th October listen in to Gsy Radio to hear GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne on air with host James Bentley talking about our work, animals in need and how you can get involved with helping animals in Guernsey.

Coming from the heart of St Peter Port the radio station broadcasts over the internet and to visit their website and listen in please visit - www.gsy.gg/

To visit their twitter page please visit - www.twitter.com/gsy_radio

This weekend across the Bailiwick the weather is set to put our animals and wildlife at risk.

Often during the autumn and winter months with the high winds and stormy weather makes it difficult for wild animals and birds to feed and rest.

Also with the high winds we have to ensure our pets and animals kept outside are safe and secure.

The GSPCA are asking those that live around and visit our coast to please watch out for injured animals in need as well as seal pups which can get separated from their mothers at this time of year especially when we see bad weather.

Every year we hear of firework related incidents involving animals and children. While fireworks may be exciting and pretty to look at and its fun to celebrate Guy Fawkes with a bang, we must put our safety and the safety of our pets and the local wildlife first.  Over the coming weeks if any schools would like a talk from the GSPCA in an effort to promote the Fire work code and advise people how to keep themselves and their animals safe please do get in touch.

Lorna Prince GSPCA Welfare Manager said "Fireworks this year are being sold between 27th October and 5th November."

At the GSPCA we currently have over 100 domestic birds in our care many of which are ready and looking for loving new homes.

Most are aviary birds and range from quail and finches to a large selection of parakeets.

With just one mixed outdoor aviary housing 60+ small finches and quail, another aviary with nearly 20 cockatiels and a selection of other birds indoors looking for good homes at the GSPCA we have a real selection needing loving new owners.

Watch out for the GSPCA at Waitrose and support us with your green tokens this October.

Today is World Animal Day and this month we are also lucky enough to be nominated for the green token Community Matters box at the Waitrose stores in Admiral Park and the Rohais.

By placing a token in the Community Matters box at your local branch you’re helping your community and if you choose the slot for the GSPCA helping animals in Guernsey.