Guernsey

This year we the Petplan and ADCH received over 5,500 nominations from adopters, supporters, charity staff and volunteers.

They are thrilled that so many people have nominated to recognise the fantastic work that goes on in animal charities every day to help rescue and rehome pets in need. Their tireless efforts really do help to improve animal welfare.

Due to the quality and quantity of nominations received, the impartial and independent judging panel, which includes key industry representatives, had an extremely difficult task selecting three finalists for each category.

Last October the Environment Department warned dog owners to keep pets away from any white substance they may find on local beaches and with the same substance spotted once again along the South Coast of England the GSPCA are asking dog owners to take care over the Easter break.

With Spring 2014 well underway the GSPCA are asking Islanders to be mindful of the many fledglings popping up around the Bailiwick. 

The GSPCA would like to remind that as a general rule, it is best to leave baby birds alone.

A baby bird has a greater chance of survival in the wild than it has being hand-reared by man as they learn to fend for themselves and how to forage for food by their parents.

Around 2 weeks after hatching young birds in your Bailiwick garden usually leave the nest, just before they learn how to fly.

Be aware this weeken

Daz Carre who is taking on the Maraton des Sables is on his last leg and another marathon having had an overnight run of 81km which went through Wednesday night and into Thursday morning.

Yesterday Daz sent an emotional message to family, loved ones and his supporters - 

'Wow, what an experience this week has been!

On Wednesday another 13 new volunteers joined the GSPCA team.

Every 8 weeks or so the GSPCA hold Volunteer Induction evennings and this week we welcomed the newest group to the team.

With well over 340 volunteers helping the Animal Shelter every year and over 60 new helpers since the beginning of the year we are very grateful to all the help and support we receive.

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said 'The volunteer support we receive is just fantastic and means we can do so much.'

Today Darren Carre is on day 5 of the Marathon des Sables 2014.

Currently Daz is on the 81km (49mile) stage through the night and we are awaiting details. He finished Stage 3 in 7hrs 59 mins and went up to 593rd place. On Monday the second day in an amazing 8 hours 3 minutes and 594^th place and his first day in 7 hours 7 minutes and in a fantastic 552^nd place.

This Blog is written by the very brave Darren Carre or Daz as his friends know him -

Today Darren Carre is on day 4 of the Marathon des Sables 2014.

He finished Stage 3 done yesterday in 7hrs 59 mins today and gone up to 593rd place. On Monday the second day in an amazing 8 hours 3 minutes and 594^th place and his first day in 7 hours 7 minutes and in a fantastic 552^nd place.

This Blog is written by the very brave Darren Carre or Daz as his friends know him -

We are always looking for volunteers to help at the Shelter in a variety of roles. 

You need to be at least 14 years old to help at the Shelter.  If you are younger then you could still help.  If you talk to your parents or guardians they may help you with fund raising for the Animal Shelter.

Currently Darren Carre is on day 3 of the Marathon des Sables 2014. He finished his second day in an amazing 8 hours 3 minutes and 594^th place and his first day in 7 hours 7 minutes and in a fantastic 552^nd place.

This Blog is written by the very brave Darren Carre or Daz as his friends know him -

I am currently embarking on an adventure (or torture as some say!) of a lifetime in which I hope to raise £2000 for each of my chosen charities.  So if you've seen me out running in even the most horrific of weather, this is why!!

The Challenge: