GSPCA Charity Shop SALE - All clothing just £1 each - open 7 days a week

From 9am on Wednesday 28th March we are having a Charity Shop Sale on all clothes items over the Easter Period. Open 9am to 5pm each day except on Bank Holidays and Sundays which are 11am to 4pm. Situated on site at the GSPCA which has parking or via bus route 61. Each item of clothes is just £1 each so this is a great chance to visit and see our shop and grab a bargain. We also have guided tours at the GSPCA 2pm each day from tomorrow (not Easter Sunday or Monday) so you also have a chance to see behind the scenes. For more details and book your place please call 257261 or visit http://gspca.org.gg/services/guided-tours-gspca Lots of great bargains on sale as well as refreshments and a chance to see the animals in our care. We also have a changing area to try on the clothes in our sale. Michelle Champion Shop supervisor said "We have some great pieces of clothes on sale at the GSPCA and all on sale for just £1 an item." "The GSPCA CHarity Shop is open 7 days a week at the Shelter on Rue des Truchots in St Andrews." "We also have many items on our facebook shop page." "We have everything from furniture to toys for the kids." "When you visit the GSPCA Charity Shop you pass some of the animals that your purchases will be helping." Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "To care for the 500 animals at the GSPCA costs around £2000 a day so every penny raised through our Charity Shop helps make a real difference to the animals in our care." "We also have guided tours over Easter, our Dog First Aid course tomorrow and an Easter Egg Hunt this Sunday at Les Maingy so lots going on over the holidays." "Spring is such a busy time here at the GSPCA and we already have baby bunnies and ducklings in our care." "If you find an animal in need we are here 24/7 at the end of our emergency line on 257261." For more details on the Shop please call 257261, email fundraising@gspca.org.gg or visit http://gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-onsite-charity-shop http://gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-charity-shop-sale-all-clothing-just-%C2%A31-each-open-7-days-week

Stall & busking spaces available for the GSPCA Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday on 20th May less than 3 weeks away

With less than 3 weeks to go the GSPCA are busy preparing for the seventh Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday. With 2 cruise liners visiting it is set to be a busy day on the 20th May. We are more than happy if any stalls or buskers would like to join us and if you are interested in supporting our day to celebrate animals in Guernsey please do get in touch. For details of how to book a stall please download a form by visiting our main page - http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/animal-welfare-sea-front-sunday If you are a busker and would like to help entertain the crowds please email stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "We have a busy 3 weeks ahead preparing for the biggest event in our calendar." "We have a Giant Animal Mascot 5-a-side which we are still asking for teams to sign up and much more." "We have some buskers mixed between the many stalls and we are asking any others interested to please get in touch and there is also a large cruise liner in this year." "We are calling all stall holders or buskers not yet booked in to please get in touch so we can finalise the plan for the day." "Also anyone wanting to volunteer or help please do get in touch."

It is with regret that Sidney's Sponsored Events have had to postpone the Bootleg Bee Gees until 2019

It is with regret that Sidney's Sponsored Events have had to postpone the Bootleg Bee Gees until 2019. This is due to personal issues at this time. The organisor has messaged the people who reserved tables directly, and we hope to see you at their future events. Many thanks To visit the Sidnets Sponsore Events facebook page please visit - https://www.facebook.com/Sidneysfundraising/ Upcoming GSPCA events or those we are attending or taking part - Liberation Day Stall 9th May Sunday 20th May 2018 Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday Monday 28th May – Friday 1st June 2018 Guided Tours each day Monday 4th June 2018 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Saffery Rotary Walk 9th June 15th June Harbour Carnival 17th June Open Garden Event – details to follow 17th June Stall at the Classic Car Show 22nd June Mental Health and Addiction Recovery Fayre 23rd June Family Fun Day at Le Friquet Garden Centre Monday 2nd July 2018 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Viaer Marchi 2nd July 2017 7th July Picnic in the Park at Government House 21st July Charities Fete at Governments House 22nd July Motor Seafront Sunday Monday 23rd - Friday 27th July 2018 2pm each day Guided Tours Friday 27th July 2018 Volunteer Induction Starts 330pm until approximately 5pm 28/29th July Torteval Scarecrow Festival Wednesday 1st August 2018 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm South Show 10/11th August West Show 15/16th August Donkey Derby / Flag Day 18th August North Show 22/23rd August Guernsey Marathon Seafront Sunday Monday 3rd September 2018 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm 22nd September 2018 – Ball at the Farmhouse Monday 1st October 2018 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm 27/28th October Sound at St James Monday 29th October – Friday 2nd November 2018 Special Halloween Guided Tours each day £18 per child (£16 with Is-land Mums Card), prizes for best costumes & fun games room (children must have a guardian/parent) Monday 5th November 2018 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm 10th November 2018 – Ball with Sidneys Sponsored Events Dog First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Monday 12th November 2018 Tuesday 4th December 2018 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Boxing Day 27th - 31st December 2018 2pm each day guided tours If you can help at any of these events please call 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg

GSPCA Launch Buy a Brick for the Proposed New Wildlife Hospital

If you have visited one of the GSPCA recent events or stalls you may well have learned of the newly launched ‘Buy a Brick’ campaign to help the GSPCA achieve the propose new Wildlife Hospital. The GSPCA currently treat over 2,000 wild animals and birds each year, this number continues to increase and our existing facilities can’t cope with the increase in demand, and are not fit for purpose. They desperately need a radical reorganisation and updating. From seal pups to baby hedgehogs, kingfishers to buzzards, ducklings to loggerhead turtles, bats to voles the variety of wild animals and birds GSPCA help is vast. To help achieve the new Wildlife Hospital we are launching our Exclusive Build Partner scheme and a Buy a Brick Scheme for individuals and businesses looking to support this much needed build. The ‘Buy a Brick’ we have two options for you to choose: Option 1: £250 have your family name or company logo engraved on a brick which will feature in the build of the Wildlife Hospital. Option 2: £50 buy a brick for the build. Multiple brick packages are also available. For details of our individual, as a gift, corporate sponsorship packages or to make a larger donation please contact Steve Byrne by calling 01481 257261 or email stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “At the GSPCA 1920’s Ball last month we launched our ‘Buy a Brick’ campaign to help achieve our proposed new Wildlife Hospital.” “Sure have kindly lent us some phones and DLM Architects headsets so that when we are out and about we can show case the new build and what we hope it will look like.” “From Temperance the Grey Seal Pup we released this year to Blucher the Barn Owl from Herm we help so many wild animals and each brick can help make a huge difference to those animals coming through our care.” “The ‘Buy a Brick’ for the new Wildlife Hospital could make an ideal gift for a loved one or friend who has a passion for conservation and helping wildlife.” “With Christmas fast approaching we can do a lovely gift pack through the ‘Buy a Brick’ campaign for our Wildlife Hospital.” The next events we will be attending with our Buy a Brick leaflets will be Discover Dogs at Beau Sejour on Sunday the 14th October and the Wellbeing Fayre at Beau Sejour on Monday 8th October. Here is the Discover Dogs facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/events/1925554847734478/ Leaflets and further information are available at the GSPCA. More on the Exclusive Build Partner Scheme - DLM and the GSPCA are delighted to showcase the proposed designs for the new GSPCA Wildlife Hospital and launch the Build Partner Scheme. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager continued "The GSPCA are hugely grateful to DLM Architects who have listened and understood our requirements and turned them into this wonderful design.” “We believe this much needed purpose-built Wildlife Hospital will enable us to meet the growing demands of wildlife on our island.” "With 1,500 to 2,000 wild animals and birds through the doors every year we see more wild animals come into our care than domestic species and we have been helping this number of animals for many years and it looks likely to continue and with the buildings we care for the wildlife dating back many decades a new facility fit for purpose and the future is essential and we are appealing for support." "From seal pups to baby hedgehogs, kingfishers to buzzards, ducklings to loggerhead turtles, bats to voles the variety of wild animals and birds we help is vast." "To help achieve the new Wildlife Hospital we launched our Exclusive Build Partner scheme for those businesses and individuals looking to support this much needed build." "We are asking for 350 Exclusive Build Partner to sign up for a minimum £520 a year for 5 years or a total of £2,600 per partnership and would love to hear from anyone that would like to get involved with this or any fund raising or donations towards our Wildlife Hospital new build." "If anyone would like to learn more or discuss how they can get involved and support our Wildlife Hospital new build please do get in touch by calling 01481 257261 or email stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg." David De La Mare Director DLM Architects said “As a chartered architecture practice we have a responsibility to design buildings that have a positive impact on our natural environment through sustainable intervention. This can range from thermal performance, energy consumption, building materials, planted walls and roofs, and aesthetic appearance to the specific use of the building” “The proposed wildlife centre will allow the GSPCA to work more efficiently and cope with the increasing demand on injured wildlife in a purpose built space giving the animal the best chance of recovery and integration back to the wild. “ “DLM Architects is a team of animal lovers and whilst we enjoy designing a building within a detailed criteria for the benefit of our local wildlife, it is also very rewarding to show our support for the great work done by all at the GSPCA.” “The design has evolved primarily from the requirements of the brief, isolating various species within suitable zones and necessary room size in relation to the duration of treatment required.” “Consideration has been made to minimise ongoing maintenance costs, centralise storage, administration and cooking facilities, and reduce the trauma of moving the wildlife to and from the relevant zones.” “The overall form has been developed to respond to the topography and orientation of the site, locating treatment rooms to the outskirts of the footprint where the wildlife will endure less disruption from the central circulation space.” “We have also considered how fundraising can be integrated into the design and construction of the building and these ideas will be launched a little further into the project.” DLM & The GSPCA are meeting to discuss the proposals with the Planning Department next week. About GSPCA Build Partner Scheme - http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-exclusive-build-partner The Build Partner programme is designed to meet the building costs associated with our new Wildlife Hospital Building. The building is to replace a number of existing structures that are scattered across the site that have become unusable with age. it is a simple partnership designed to meet the funding requirements for the new Wildlife Hospital building 350 individuals or corporate partners join for a 5 year partnership donating £520 annually (or one of £2600 and we very much welcome multi partnerships) If anyone would like to learn more or discuss how they can get involved and support our Wildlife Hospital new build please do get in touch by calling 01481 257261 or email stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg. About the DLM DLM Architects is an award-winning RIBA chartered practice. They believe that architecture should not just be seen as a statutory requirement, but be viewed as an opportunity to maximise the potential of your investment and the enjoyment of your home. They provide a full service from conceptual design through to completion allowing a more efficient and refined solution to their clients brief. Each year the team at DLM choose a charity to provide pro bono work on, this years charity is the GSPCA. The shared ethos of our team is to develop high quality progressive architecture that embraces heritage and challenges convention. Their highly skilled team believe that they have a social responsibility to improve our environment and enhance the landscape of our island. They create architectural responses, informed by specific site conditions, the ways in which people utilise and inhabit spaces, and the unique and varied ways in which we each choose to live. Their bespoke services incorporate concept design, planning and building licence applications, construction detailing, contract administration and project management. To visit their website please visit - http://www.dlm.gg/ This weekend we have two great events for dog owners taking place please check out - Play Date On The Beach for Cockapoos & friends in aid of the GSPCA - http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/play-date-beach-cockapoos-friends-aid-gspca Paws For Thought - Herm Island Charity Dog Walking Day Sunday 7th October - http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/paws-thought-herm-island-charity-dog-walking-day-sunday-7th-october Our next volunteer induction evening is Monday 5th November 2018 and for more information and additional induction dates please visit http://gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers or call 257261 If you would like to help at one of our upcoming events please give Michelle a call on 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg To see the opening hours at the GSPCA please visit – http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-opening-visiting-times To see our upcoming guided tours please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/guided-tours-gspca To donate to the animals in our care please visit - www.paypal.me/DonateGSPCA To become an Angel Pen Pal Sponsor to sponsor the hoglets and support our work please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/angel-sponsorship-scheme-animals-needing-guernseys-everlasting-love To see our Wish List on our website please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/our-plans-wish-list For other fund raising ideas and ways to support please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising To visit the details on the Urgent Kennel Floor Appeal please visit - www.gspca.org.gg/blog/urgent-kennel-floor-appeal-%E2%80%93-kennel-flooring-work-discovers-need-new-drains-and-completely-ripp To find out how your business could help us at the GSPCA http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/how-your-business-can-help-gspca-corporate-sponsorship http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-launch-buy-brick-proposed-new-wildlife-hospital

Animal Welfare Sea Front Sunday - free charity spaces

The 2019 Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday will be the eighth and takes place on Sunday 26th May. On the 26th May 2019 10am to 4pm the GSPCA will be organising a day to celebrate the animals in Guernsey and all the wonderful work that is done to care for them. We are extremely grateful to all those that made last 7 years such great days and we are hoping this years will be bigger and better. There will be stalls and fun for all the family - all with an animal theme. Fancy dress to mascot 5-a-side football, children's games to lots of food, a fun dog show to an animal less animal show, arts and crafts to charity stalls, some of the GSPCA animals looking for homes, entertainment and so much more........ This years Giant Animal Mascot event is a 5-a-side football match and can be entered as an individual or enter in the team event. All proceeds for this years race will help animals in Guernsey at the GSPCA so you can help support a great local charity, whilst having a lot of fun. Chose your Giant Animal Mascot Suit on the day or bring your own, details and sign up below...... There are lots of people that we would like to thank for their help and support to make this an amazing day out for all the family and listed below are just a few of them. The day starts from 10am and will take place along the Sea Front in St Peter Port and there are a variety of events and activities through the day. To go to the events facebook page or twitter link please click on the logo below https://www.facebook.com/events/2041829405853168/ https://twitter.com/GSPCA https://twitter.com/Seafront_Sunday Would like a pitch? We are looking for charities to run stalls representing their organisation showing their involvement with animals or with an animal theme. Also businesses that feel they play a valuable part in animal welfare such as vets. If you have an art and crafts business you are also welcome. To download a pitch application form please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/SEAFRONT%20SUNDAY%20PITCH%20APPLICATION%202019.pdf Applications must be returned by the 26th April with payment where applicable. To download a poster to help us advertise our Seafront Sunday please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Seafront%20Sunday%20Poster2019.pdf Would you like to help sponsor the day? We are looking for individuals or businesses that would like to help sponsor the day please contact Steve Byrne on stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg or call 01481 257261 for more details. Fun Dog Show There will be a dog show starting at 12pm with registration from 11am. This is a fun dog show and is open to any breed of dog. Best Male Puppy (2yrs and under) Best Female Puppy (2yrs and under) Best Rescue Happiest pet Prettiest Bitch Most Handsome Dog Best Trick Golden Oldies (7yrs +) Best in Show (previous class winners) Entries are £1 a class. Please enter your dog on the day. Childrens Animal Fancy Dress Competition Again there will be holding a childrens animal themed fancy dress competition at the Islandmums stall on the Crown Pier at 145pm but for a free prize bring your child along to them through the day for a free gift. Giant Animal Mascot 5-a-side football event Once again we will be holding a Giant Animal Mascot event but this year there are a big twist. This is open to mascots and individuals prepared to dress as an animal and play a fun football game with a rather over sized ball. We are asking businesses, pubs, individuals or anyone as a team of 5 or an individual and we can make extra teams on the day. Don't worry about what to wear we will provide the Giant Animal Mascot suit and have over 70 available. To join in the our giant animal 5-a-side football game in Guernsey we are asking you to raise funds for the Shelter, ideally a minimum of £22 per person or £100 for a team of 5. All the money raised will go towards helping animals in Guernsey. For businesses wanting to join in we will feature in our next newsletter, on our website and you can put a banner up on the day. We are welcoming children to dress up in their own suits and also have a game through the day for a donation. To download a 5-a-side Mascot Team or Individual application form please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/SEAFRONT%20SUNDAY%20MASCOT%205%20A%20SIDE%20APPLICATION%202019.pdf To download a 5-a-side Mascot Team or Individual Sponsor Form please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Animal%20Mascot%205%20a%20side%20Seafront%20Sunday%20Sponsor%20ship%20form%202019.pdf To register and further details please emailstevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg Corporate sponsors and businesses get to choose their suits or if they wish to provide their own it must be an animal and we still require the application form completed with the minimum sponsorship. There are lots of events happening during the Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday from a fun dog show, arts and crafts stalls, live music kids games, food stalls and much more This is the eighth year the event has taken place and in previous years we have seen Bernard, Daniel the Island FM Donkey and Roary the GFC Lion and over 90 other competitors. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "With our big day on the 26th May we are asking for teams or individuals to sign up to dress as a giant animal or character to play a fun 5-a-side football game." "All the funds raised will help animals in Guernsey." "It's not a normal game as there are lots of surprises." "All we ask is a minimum donation of £22 per player or £100 a team of 5, we provide the costume and the the fun starts at 2pm on the 26th May." "Game lengths will depend on numbers and our very own Bernard the GSPCA dog will be in goal for any penalty shoot outs." "Please do get in touch for more information or check out the details online." For any questions please call 01481 257261 or contact stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg or lornaprince@gspca.org.gg Volunteer If you, your group, business or school would like to volunteer and help on the day please email stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg If you are wanting to get involved, take part or know more then please contact GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne 01481 257261 or email stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg Keep an eye on this page as we update it with more information.

Stall & busking spaces available for the GSPCA Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday on 26th May

With just over a month to go the GSPCA are busy preparing for the eighth Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday. With Crown Princess with possibly 3000 passengers visiting it is set to be a busy day on the 26th May. We are more than happy if any stalls or buskers would like to join us and if you are interested in supporting our day to celebrate animals in Guernsey please do get in touch. For details of how to book a stall please download a form by visiting our main page - http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/animal-welfare-sea-front-sunday If you are a busker and would like to help entertain the crowds please email stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg or call 01481 257261 Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "We have a busy month ahead preparing for the biggest event in our calendar." "We have a Giant Animal Mascot 5-a-side which we are still asking for teams to sign up and much more." "We have some buskers mixed between the many stalls and we are asking any others interested to please get in touch and there is also a large cruise liner in this year." "We are calling all stall holders or buskers not yet booked in to please get in touch so we can finalise the plan for the day." "Also anyone wanting to volunteer or help please do get in touch."

We REALLY NEED YOUR SUPPORT PLEASE Donate to our #GSPCACoronavirusCrisisAppeal

Following the States of Guernsey announcement about the Coronavirus Pandemic many of our services, events, boarding, and income streams have stopped and we really need your help. Although we remain committed to looking after all of the animals in our care and rescuing those in need, the restrictions and safety procedures we have in place are causing many challenges. With running costs of £2,000 a day NEVER have we needed your support more than we do today. To donate please visit - https://giving.gg/donate/event/5876/GSPCA-Coronavirus-Emergency-Appeal Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We are all experiencing incredible challenges at present and we cannot thank everyone enough for how the island is coming together to get through the Coronavirus Pandemic.” “With all of the restrictions in place our major income from boarding, events and our charity shop has all but disappeared in the recent weeks and with running costs of £2000 a day to care for the 350+ animals at the GSPCA and run our animal ambulance 24/7 NEVER have we needed your support more.” “Today we have launched our #GSPCACoronavirusCrisisAppeal and every penny donated will help make a real difference.” “As we have heard many times together we are stronger and with your support we can get through this.” “The team at the GSPCA work around the clock and last night we helped three orphaned baby rabbits Peter, Pierre and Pete and in the early hours our wardens were out rounding up stray horses which truly shows how we work around the clock to care for the animals of Guernsey.” “We have used the wonderful Giving.gg as our fund raising platform with a very ambitious target of £100,000 and if we raise this it would be truly incredible.” “We are reminding all to please stay at home and DO NOT come to the GSPCA but you call us on for any enquiries, help or even to donate over the phone, just call 257261.” “This is an incredibly difficult time for us and we appreciate your ongoing support during the Coronavirus crisis.” http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/we-really-need-your-support-please-donate-our-gspcacoronaviruscrisisappeal

Happy Easter from the GSPCA & an IMPORTANT Message

With tens of thousands of us at home this Easter across the Bailiwick of Guernsey you could be putting your pet at risk at if you feed your pet chocolate intended for people or they manage to find those carefully hidden from the children, as many of us might be planning our home Easter Egg Hunt as with the Coronavirus restrictions hunts are cancelled across the islands. Across the Bailiwick we are all stocking up Easter eggs and chocolate as gifts for family and loved ones, but the GSPCA has an important message for pet owners. Chocolate is highly poisonous to many pets, with dogs being most commonly affected. and many pet owners are still not aware of the risk. Chocolate contains theobromine, which is similar to caffeine and highly toxic to dogs and other pets. High quality chocolate poses the biggest risk to pets and an average bar of dark chocolate (30-45g) contains enough theobromine to fatally poison a smaller dog. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said: "Due to the Coronavirus restrictions and with so many of us at home this Easter you might be planning an Easter Egg Hunt in your house or garden but please ensure if you are your pets are safe.” “Dogs as well as humans love the taste of chocolate and with their keen sense of smell they will sniff out hidden Easter eggs putting them at risk." "In households with pets, chocolate should be stored safely and securely and well out of the reach of paws and children’s hands as they may try and feed it to the pets in the household." "If you would like to get your pets an animal safe Easter treat please contact your pet retail store where they are likely to have a selection on sale and where you can also get appropriate advice." “It is fantastic news that the States of Guernsey has classed the Easter Bunny as an Essential Worker, as are we here also at the GSPCA working 24/7 caring for over 300 animals and although we are open only for essential activities such as the rescue and care of animals please do help donate to our #GuernseyCoronavirusCrisisAppeal to give the animals an Easter gift if you can via https://giving.gg/donate/event/5876/GSPCA-Coronavirus-Emergency-Appeal or call us on 01481 257261.” Lorna Chadwick GSPCA Animal Welfare Manager said "Every year, vets in Guernsey see cases of chocolate poisoning in animals and sadly, for some, the poisoning can be fatal." “With so many at home this Easter with the States of Guernsey restrictions in place we have to all take extra care.” "It is important to feed all of our pets a healthy balanced diet and very important that pet owners are vigilant this weekend with the many chocolates that will be around households across the Bailiwick." "If you are wanting to treat your dog or pet this Easter then there are a wide variety of treats and specifically manufactured dog chocolates that you can buy from a range of retail outlets, but please ensure moderation as an overweight pet is an unhealthy pet." On average the Veterinary Poisons Information Service (VPIS), a national resource which provides information to vets about poisons and associated treatments, receive 150% more calls about chocolate poisoning in the month of Easter than in the following month. To see more information by the VPIS go to http://www.vpisuk.co.uk/portal/Home/tabid/85/Default.aspx How to spot chocolate poisoning – The effects of chocolate poisoning in dogs usually appear within 12 hours and can last up to three days. Initial signs can include excessive thirst, vomiting, diarrhoea, a tender tummy and restlessness. These symptoms can then progress to hyperactivity, tremors, abnormal heart rate, hyperthermia and rapid breathing. In severe cases there are fits, heart beat irregularities, coma or even death. Any dogs showing these signs the GSPCA advises you get in touch with your vet immediately for advice. Another common food item in the house to avoid feeding dogs is onions, xylitol (a sweetener found in food), small bones (such as chicken and turkey), grapes and raisins as these too can be toxic or cause health risks to dogs. If you are a cat owner then please be aware that some cats cannot digest the sugar lactose which is found in cows milk and it is best to feed an alternative. Each year we hold a number of Dog and Cat First Aid Courses and although they are currently postponed due to the Coronavirus Pandemic please keep an eye here when the restrictions are lifed - http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/training-courses We will be posting a short video later today with Easter related advice. In line with States of Guernsey advice please DO NOT visit the GSPCA if you are over 65, have an underlying health condition or have any symptoms of Coronavirus and only visit us if your visit is essential but before doing so please call us on 01481 257261 or email admin@gspca.org.gg before your trip to the GSPCA to see if we can help without you coming to the Shelter. For the latest information and advice please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/search/node/coronavirus With huge challenges on our resources and a drop in income from boarding and donations please help us help animals in Guernsey with our #GuernseyCoronavirusCrisisAppeal by donating online via - https://giving.gg/donate/event/5876/GSPCA-Coronavirus-Emergency-Appeal http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/happy-easter-gspca-important-message-many-us-will-be-home-easter-we-need-keep-our-pets-safe

Green fingered Volunteers & Businesses needed at the GSPCA to help with Gardening, Conservation & Grounds

At the GSPCA we have many lovely areas that need caring for and we are currently appealing for volunteers to help around site. From cutting the grass to helping care for our ponds, wedding to landscaping, pressure washing to dead heading flowers, planting to hedge cutting, watering to caring for pathes there is always plenty to do at the GSPCA. Although our next volunteer induction takes place on Monday 2nd July at 30pm if you can help with gardening, our conservation work, the grounds and generally with the care of the outside areas we would love to hear from you. If you think you can help please call 257261 or email stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg We have some amazing volunteers and groups helping assist us from St Andrews Floral Group to the Pollinator Project and we would love to hear from you if you would like to get involved. We also love to hear from businesses and groups that want to help around site and we have many areas and projects that we would love to achieve with your help. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "We are currently appealing for green fingered volunteers that would like to help with our lovely grounds here at the GSPCA." "We have stunning ponds and green areas around site but with so many animals in our care the team are exceptionally busy and we are hoping to find some lovely volunteers, groups and businesses that would like to help us at the Shelter in st Andrews." "The grounds have transformed in recent years and we have herb patches to the Guernsey Bee Keepers on site, our Memorial Garden is having a really big makeover, the poison garden and picnic area and it all needs looking after." "Please do call us on 257261 if you can help, pop in or email me on sstevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg ." "A huge thanks to all that have helped already and continue to help we really appreciate all of the support." To find out how your business could help us at the GSPCA http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/how-your-business-can-help-gspca-corporate-sponsorship To find out about our Going, Going, Gone Wild conservation project, Memorial Garden & Poison Garden projects with St Andrews Floral Group please visit - http://gspca.org.gg/page/st-andrews-floral-group-conservation-work-gspca To donate to the animals in our care please visit - www.paypal.me/DonateGSPCA To become an Angel Pen Pal Sponsor to sponsor the hoglets and support our work please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/angel-sponsorship-scheme-animals-needing-guernseys-everlasting-love To see our Wish List on our website please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/our-plans-wish-list For other fund raising ideas and ways to support please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising Our next Volunteer Induction Evening is on Monday 2nd July and for details http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/green-fingered-volunteers-businesses-needed-gspca-help-gardening-conservation-grounds

Can you help at our Flag Day at Alliance, or our stall at Fairfields this Saturday or our Beau Cinema Event Sunday?

Between 9am and 5pm this Saturday we are looking for volunteers to help collect at our Flag Day outside Alliance. With over 500 animals currently in our care every penny helps make a difference to those being looked after at the GSPCA. We are also looking for volunteers to help on Saturday afternoon at Fairfields for our stall at the Paws for Support event between 12pm and 5pm and also this Sunday at our Peter Rabbit Beau Cinema event between 12pm and 3pm. The Peter Rabbit event is a sell out and we are looking for volunteers to help on our stalls including showing some of the animals in our care. If you would like to help please give Michelle a call on 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg

CHRISTMAS MARKETS Every Saturday daytime and Thursday late night shopping Can you help on our GSPCA stall?

Starting this Saturday, and each Saturday and Thursday night thereafter through December in the run up to Christmas, we have the opportunity to have a stall in Market Place. If you would be interested in helping out, could let Michelle know any times/dates you might be available by calling 01481 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg . They may not all go ahead depending on numbers of helpers, but if we can do some of the dates that would be great. The dates and times will hopefully be - Saturdays 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd - 9am - 4pm Thursdays 6th, 13th, 20th - 6pm - 9pm We hope you can help and look forward hearing from you. http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/christmas-markets-every-saturday-daytime-and-thursday-late-night-shopping-can-you-help-our-gspc

Volunteers and Vans needed for the GSPCA Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday 26th May 2019

With little over a week to go to the BIGGEST day in the GSPCA calendar we are calling on volunteers and those with lorries, vans or vehicles that can help with transport for our BIG day. With nearly 100 stalls and much to see and do the GSPCA is buzzing with activity for the 8th Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday taking place on the 26th May and the first of the Guernsey 2019 season. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “It is an extremely busy time for us in the run u to our eight Animal welfare Seafront Sunday which takes place on the 26th May and we are appealing for volunteers and those that can help transport what we need there and back.” “The Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday is always an incredible and wonderful day celebrating animals in Guernsey and we have so much planned once again.” “From animals looking for homes to displays on the problems with pollution and plastics, fun and games to the dog show and Animal Mascot 5-a-side, not to mention all the stalls and charities joining us this is without doubt a huge highlight in our GSPCA calendar.” “For anyone that can help or would like to get involved please call us on 01481 257261 or email stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg .” “We especially would love to hear from those with large vans or lorries that we can load up what we need in the days prior to the Sunday and then to take what we need on the day from 7am and bring it all back between 4pm and 6pm, so please do get in touch if you can help.” Find out about our Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/animal-welfare-sea-front-sunday http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/volunteers-and-vans-needed-gspca-animal-welfare-seafront-sunday-26th-may-2019

TODAY 2 to 5pm Government House Charities Fete

TODAY 2 to 5pm Government House Charities Fete Parking at Government House, and at Beechwood, by kind permission Minimum £2 per car donation to the Scouts on entry please. FREE ENTRY No dogs please. The Association of Guernsey Charities are grateful to the sponsors Rothschild & Co Supported by the following Bailiwick charities: Sat. 21 July - 2pm to 5pm Variety of entertainment throughout the afternoon Supported by the following local charities Art of Living Foundation Autism Guernsey British Red Cross Dementia Friendly Guernsey Friends of Air Search Friends of Priaulx Library GSPCA Guernsey Alzheimer’s Association Guernsey Cheshire Home Guernsey Chest & Heart Guernsey Motor Neurone Guernsey Scouts Lungevity Mostly Books Multiple Myeloma Support Group Plant Heritage Committee Priaulx Premature Baby Foundation Relate Riding for the Disabled Ron Short Centre Safer St. Peter Port Christmas Lights Tumaini Fund Volunteer.gg Youth Commission Featuring static exhibit - Chitty Chitty Bang Bang & other entertainment We look forward seeing you there. If you would like to help at one of our upcoming events or book a table at our Ball please give Michelle a call on 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg To see some of the animals looking for homes at the GSPCA please visit – http://www.gspca.org.gg/animals To see the opening hours at the GSPCA please visit – http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-opening-visiting-times To see our upcoming guided tours please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/guided-tours-gspca To donate to the animals in our care please visit - www.paypal.me/DonateGSPCA To become an Angel Pen Pal Sponsor to sponsor the hoglets and support our work please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/angel-sponsorship-scheme-animals-needing-guernseys-everlasting-love To see our Wish List on our website please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/our-plans-wish-list For other fund raising ideas and ways to support please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising Our next Volunteer Induction Evening is on Friday 27th July and for details http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers To visit the details on the Urgent Kennel Floor Appeal please visit - www.gspca.org.gg/blog/urgent-kennel-floor-appeal-%E2%80%93-kennel-flooring-work-discovers-need-new-drains-and-completely-ripp To find out how your business could help us at the GSPCA http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/how-your-business-can-help-gspca-corporate-sponsorship To find out about our Going, Going, Gone Wild conservation project, Memorial Garden & Poison Garden projects with St Andrews Floral Group please visit - http://gspca.org.gg/page/st-andrews-floral-group-conservation-work-gspca

See the GSPCA at the South Show and helping judge their Fun Dog Show Friday 10th and Saturday 11th August

FRIDAY 10th AUGUST 1.00-8.00 & SATURDAY 11th 10.00-6.00 St Martin’s Community Centre & Community Field *************************************** Exhibits of Fruit & Veg, Flowers, Home Baking, Arts & Crafts, Children’s Classes Bouncy Castles l Face Painting l Pocket Money Games & Children’s Crafts Local Craft Stalls l Raffle l GSPCA l Animal Aid Other Local Charities Refreshments l Entertainment l Licenced Bar and more… “AFFORDABLE FAMILY FUN” Bonny Baby Children’s Fancy Dress Decorated Welly & Hat Competition Island Dog Training Team display Fun Dog Show For more information and timings take a look at our website www.thesouthshow.com Bus Routes 81, 91, 93, 94 & 95 Perry’s Guide Page 30, C1 Additional free parking at St Martin’s School with their kind permission Entry prices: Adults £3.00 Children 5-15 £1.00 Under 5s and Members - Free Twitter - @The South Show Facebook - GuernseySouthShow SOUTH SHOW Fun Dog Show 2018 at St Martins Community Centre Field on Saturday 11th August Show opens at 10.00, please register by 2.50pm latest for a 3.00pm start. Just £1.00 entry fee per dog and you can enter as many classes as you are eligible for All Dogs must be fully vaccinated and kept on a lead at all times. All ISLAND DOGS WELCOME Compered & judged by the GSPCA Committee Member Karen Girdlestone Supported by ‘Creature Comforts’ 1. Best Puppy – 12 weeks to 1 year 2. Best Golden Oldie – over 7 years 3. Best Rescue 4. Prettiest Bitch 5. Most Handsome Dog 6. Waggiest Tail 7. Most obedient (sit, stand, roll over etc) 7. Fancy Dress or Dog Most Like Owner 8. Best in Show – to be chosen from winners of classes 1-7 Winners from each class will be entered into a ‘Best in Show’ Class to win the ‘FOREST STORES CUP’ Prizes & Rosettes awarded for all winners Rosettes for 2nd and 3rd places in each class To see the opening hours at the GSPCA please visit – http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-opening-visiting-times To see our upcoming guided tours please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/guided-tours-gspca If you would like to help at one of our upcoming events or book a table at our Ball please give Michelle a call on 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg To donate to the animals in our care please visit - www.paypal.me/DonateGSPCA To become an Angel Pen Pal Sponsor to sponsor the hoglets and support our work please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/angel-sponsorship-scheme-animals-needing-guernseys-everlasting-love http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/see-gspca-south-show-and-helping-judge-their-fun-dog-show-friday-10th-and-saturday-11th-august

See the GSPCA entry at the Torteval Scarecrow Festival this weekend

The 15th Torteval Scarecrow Festival will be held this weekend on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th July 2018. As well as the scarecrows, there will be the tea tent, the old tractor club, bouncy castles, ice cream, pop corn, bric-a-brac, souvenirs, hot dogs, craft tents, Rocquette cider, Guernsey Gâche, the plant stall and a ton of other stuff - in fact, everything you need for a great family day out! This is the fourth year the GSPCA are taking part in this wonderful community event and we are hugely grateful to the McIntyre family for the kind use of their front garden. Are you wondering what the GSPCA theme is? Well you’ll have to head down this weekend to support the Torteval Scarecrow Festival to find out. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “A team of GSPCA staff and volunteers have been busy over the last few months preparing our entry for the Torteval scarecrow Festival which takes place this weekend.” “We are hugely grateful to the organisors for allowing us to take part for the fourth year in the Torteval Scarecrow Festival with our GSPCA entry and to the McIntyre family for allowing us to use their front garden.” “If you want to know what our display is from the GSPCA for the Torteval Scarecrow Festival then please come down this weekend to see our entry and the many wonderful others.” Seb Goman Chief of GSPCA Scarecrows said “We have all been busy after work at the GSPCA meeting and building our Torteval Scarecrow Festival entry.” “We really enjoy taking part in the Torteval Scarecrow Festival and thank you to all those involved.” To visit the Torteval Scarecrow Festival Webpage please visit - https://www.facebook.com/tortevalscarecrowfestival/ http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/see-gspca-entry-torteval-scarecrow-festival-weekend

Guernsey Gaming Fest' 2018 - Tag Team Tournament Saturday 11th August in aid of the GSPCA New Wildlife Hospital

Guernsey Gaming for Good are asking you to join them for three 2 VS 2 Gaming Tournaments, including: Gang Beasts (1pm) Rocket League (4pm) Halo 2 (8pm) (All rules can be found in the "posts" section) Taking place at the Digital Greenhouse it is free entry to venue, £8 entry per team (or £4 per person) per tournament game. Prizes for the winners! Let them know if you're coming down via their facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/events/243162299751846/ For parents out there looking for an activity on the day with younger children, there will be an age friendly event (with age appropriate games) up until about 6pm. They aim to take a break shortly after, returning for 7pm where the venue will become an 18+ event, due to presence of maturer game titles. The main Screen and room floor will be streamed live, so send a link to your friends for them to watch and see how you get on. Better yet, entry to the venue will be free and there will be plenty of other games occuring on the side (off stream), so please come down and show your support! As with all of their events, all proceeds made on the day go towards charity and this year the have kindly chosen ourselves at the GSPCA to help raise funds and promote our recently launched Wildlife Hospital Build. There will be an opportunity to get a much closer look at DLM Architect’s design this weekend using a virtual reality headset, along with some printed visuals. Come on down and have a peek - entry to the venue will be free, but all donations towards this fantastic project will be more than welcome. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We are hugely grateful to Guernsey Gaming for Good for organising this wonderful event in aid of the GSPCA and to promote our appeal and new Wildlife Hospital we are trying to achieve with the help of DLM Architect’s.” “Not only are you able to get involved with this fantastic event they are putting on a virtual reality headset so you can see inside of the Wildlife Hospital that we are trying to build to replace a number of very old structures and give a fantastic facility to care for the 1000’s of wild animals and birds that come through our doors every year.” “Please do support the Guernsey Gaming Fest' 2018 and thank you to all involved on putting on this wonderful event.” To learn more and become an Exclusive Build Partner and support our Wildlife Hospital please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-exclusive-build-partner If you would like to help at one of our upcoming events or book a table at our Ball please give Michelle a call on 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg For more information on volunteering at the GSPCA and how to get involved please visit http://gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers or call 257261 If your business or group would like to spend a day at the Shelter you can find out more by going to http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/corporate-and-group-days To see the opening hours at the GSPCA please visit – http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-opening-visiting-times To see our upcoming guided tours please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/guided-tours-gspca To donate to the animals in our care please visit - www.paypal.me/DonateGSPCA To become an Angel Pen Pal Sponsor to sponsor the hoglets and support our work please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/angel-sponsorship-scheme-animals-needing-guernseys-everlasting-love To see our Wish List on our website please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/our-plans-wish-list For other fund raising ideas and ways to support please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising To visit the details on the Urgent Kennel Floor Appeal please visit - www.gspca.org.gg/blog/urgent-kennel-floor-appeal-%E2%80%93-kennel-flooring-work-discovers-need-new-drains-and-completely-ripp To find out how your business could help us at the GSPCA http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/how-your-business-can-help-gspca-corporate-sponsorship http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/guernsey-gaming-fest-2018-tag-team-tournament-saturday-11th-august-aid-gspca-new-wildlife-hospi

Volunteers Needed for the GSPCA Flag Day on Saturday 11th August at Marks & Spencers stores

At the GSPCA we are looking for volunteers to help with Flag Day event this Saturday at two Marks & Spencers stores. If you are able to help us out we would really appreciate it, please could you contact Sarah Ozanne at the Shelter with the time slots and places you can help with. We are looking at 2 hour slots but anything is appreciated. The slots are: 9am-10am 10am-11am 11am-12pm 12pm-1pm 1pm-2pm 2pm- 3pm 3pm-4pm 4pm-5pm And the locations: Marks & Spencers - L'Islet Marks & Spencers - St Martins If you can help please email Michelle Champion on fundraising@gspca.org.gg or call 01481 257261. We also need volunteers at the many summer sevents from the shows to our second flag day on saturday 18th August and if you can help please do get in touch. With so many animals in our care and a new build to be acheived we really hope you can help. For more information on volunteering at the GSPCA and how to get involved please visit http://gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers or call 257261 If your business or group would like to spend a day at the Shelter you can find out more by going to http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/corporate-and-group-days To see the opening hours at the GSPCA please visit – http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-opening-visiting-times To see our upcoming guided tours please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/guided-tours-gspca To donate to the animals in our care please visit - www.paypal.me/DonateGSPCA To become an Angel Pen Pal Sponsor to sponsor the hoglets and support our work please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/angel-sponsorship-scheme-animals-needing-guernseys-everlasting-love To see our Wish List on our website please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/our-plans-wish-list For other fund raising ideas and ways to support please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising To visit the details on the Urgent Kennel Floor Appeal please visit - www.gspca.org.gg/blog/urgent-kennel-floor-appeal-%E2%80%93-kennel-flooring-work-discovers-need-new-drains-and-completely-ripp To find out how your business could help us at the GSPCA http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/how-your-business-can-help-gspca-corporate-sponsorship http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/volunteers-needed-gspca-flag-day-saturday-11th-august-marks-spencers-stores

West is Best - Pop by the GSPCA stall at the West Show

For the seventh year in a row the GSPCA are attending the West Show which will be held on Wednesday 15th and Thursday 16th August 2017. If you would like to help volunteer of support us we would love to see you on our stall. If you can help please call 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg Once again our stall will be full of great games & GSPCA goods. Every year we have a great time enjoying a wonderful local event whilst raising funds on our stall to help the many animals in our care. More about the West Show - The West show is arguably Guernsey’s premier agricultural and horticultural show. Held annually since 1913 the West show is a traditional country show with many modern aspects, and this year being the centenary it promises to be bigger and better than ever. The show this year has the main two days as usual on the Wednesday and Thursday with the usual tented competitions and animal competitions together with the arena entertainment and side displays. The horse competitions all take place on the Friday, Saturday and Sunday prior to the show, with the exception of the harness showing classes and the carriage driving and scurry classes which take place on the Thursday of the show. Held since 1985 on a site of approximately 35 acres at the former L’Eree aerodrome, the West show is the highlight of the summer for many from the western parishes who look forward to meeting up with friends they haven’t seen since the previous year and also of course people from all over the island and visitors alike. Crowds of 8,000 over the two main days are not unusual. To visit the West Show facebook page please click here https://www.facebook.com/WestShowGuernsey . For more information and to visit their website please click here http://www.thewestshow.com/ . http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/west-best-pop-gspca-stall-west-show-next-week

Help needed at our GSPCA Flag Day & Donkey Derby stall tomorrow

The Donkey Derby is always a lovely family day out and why not pop along to see the GSPCA and many other charity stalls tomorrow from 12pm. We are hugely grateful to the Lions Club of Guernsey that hold the annual event and we look forward joining them this weekend. This Saturday is a busy day for the GSPCA as we not only have our stall at the Donkey Derby we also have our annual flag day taking place around Guernsey. If you can help volunteer for our flag day or can help on one of our stalls at any of the events please do call 01481 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg At the Donkey Derby our very own Bernard the GSPCA Mascot Dog will be taking part in the Mascot Race and lets hope he can beat his second place from last year. More about the Donkey Derby - The Lions Club of Guernsey's annual Donkey Derby at Saumarez Park. An annual tradition, this year the Donkey Derby will be taking place on Saturday 18th August 2018 from 12pm until 5.00pm at Saumarez Park. Other attractions will include a variety of charity stalls, crown and anchor, various games, a beer tent and a refreshment tent plus Donkey Rides for the children. A tote will be set up so that spectators can have a flutter and bet on the donkeys. Entry to the park is free although there is a small charge for car parking. If you would like to help at one of our upcoming events or book a table at our Ball please give Michelle a call on 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg For more information on volunteering at the GSPCA and how to get involved please visit http://gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers or call 257261 http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/help-needed-our-gspca-flag-day-donkey-derby-stall-tomorrow

See the GSPCA stall North Show this week

This Wednesday 21st and Thursday 22nd August it is the North Show and the GSPCA will be there with a stall for the seventh year in a row. Not only will we have a stall but we also have a few of our tortoise friends and you may see one or two GSPCA Mascots walking about. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "This summer is extraodinarily busy for us at the GSPCA between the 500+ animals that we have at the Shelter to all of the fantastic events of which many we attend." "The North Show is always a wonderful event and at the GSPCA we are so grateful to them to be allowed to join them once again." "Pop along and see our GSPCA stall meet some of our tortoise and say hi to volunteers from Northern Trust helping us at the North Show." The North Show is one of the main events in Guernsey's summer calendar, and takes place in the wonderful rural setting of Saumarez Park. The Guernsey North Show and Guernsey Battle of Flowers, is held in August each year and this year it takes place on 22nd and 23rd August. The Guernsey North Show and Battle of Flowers is run by the Northern Agricultural and Horticultural Society and the GSPCA are very grateful to them for allowing us to come along. Each year the Show attracts thousands of visitors to: The displays of exhibitors' entries, ranging from Guernsey livestock through fur and feather, fruit, vegetables, flowers, flower arrangements, cookery, photography, art and craft. This is the seventh year in a row the GSPCA have taken a stall along and we will have lots on sale and games to play. The programme of arena events, showcasing local and off-island talent, and including in the afternoon of day two, the Guernsey Battle of Flowers, which culminates in the evening illuminated cavalcade, the whole rounded off with a firework display. The Show is also supported throughout the two days by a fair, and refreshment and other stalls and displays. For the entrance prices to the show ground please click here to visit their website http://www.guernseynorthshow.org.gg/. If you would like to help at the North Show or at one of our upcoming events or book a table at our Ball please give Michelle a call on 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg For more information on volunteering at the GSPCA and how to get involved please visit http://gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers or call 257261 If your business or group would like to spend a day at the Shelter you can find out more by going to http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/corporate-and-group-days http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/see-gspca-stall-north-show-week

This Sunday come see, support and help us at the Alternative Solutions Guernsey 2018 Waterfront Marathon Seafront Sunday

The tenth anniversary of the Guernsey Marathon this century takes place this Sunday on the 26th August and the GSPCA will be joining them with our stall to raise funds and promote our work at the GSPCA. The Alternative Solutions Guernsey 2018 Waterfront Marathon are seeking more stall holders and we have kindly said that we would share Peter Heads email who is the organiser if you would like to book a stall. To book please email Peter by contacting - runners@guernseymarathon.gg The 2017 event, runners came from 18 different countries and 4 continents. The course starts and finishes on the waterfront in the heart of St. Peter Port and has been officially accredited by UK Athletics, to be exactly 26 miles and 385 yards. The Guernsey Marathon takes the runners through all of the Guernsey 10 parishes, passed fisherman's cottages and sandy beaches, along flower lined roads and lanes, and through valleys shaded by panoplies of lofty beeches. For over 20 miles they will see stunning panoramic views of our coastline which will make it a personal best of marathons for their runners. To see full details of the Guernsey Marathon please visit - http://www.guernseymarathon.gg/ For anyone wanting to help on our stall we will be setting up from approximately 730am for a 10am start until 4pm when we will start to pack away. Please spread the word of this wonderful event and we hope to see you there as well as the many other events taking place over the summer. If you would like to help at one of our upcoming events or book a table at our Ball please give Michelle a call on 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/sunday-come-see-support-and-help-us-alternative-solutions-guernsey-2018-waterfront-marathon-sea

Support our Dragon and Unicorn Tombola at the Vale Earth Fair this weekend

This weekend please support the Vale Earth Fair at Vale Castle. Thanks to some kind volunteers we will have our Unicorn and Dragon tombola raising funds for the 500+ animals in our care. To visit their page, buy tickets and full information of the great things happening and line up of bands please visit - www.valeearthfair.org/ If you would like to help at one of our upcoming events or book a table at our Ball please give Michelle a call on 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/support-our-dragon-and-unicorn-tombola-vale-earth-fair-weekend

Play Date On The Beach for Cockapoos & friends in aid of the GSPCA

On the 7th October 2018 at 10.30am at Pembroke Bay a Play Date On The Beach for Cockapoos & friends in aid of the GSPCA is being organised. For those wanting to join in please meet on the sand opposite The Beach House where you will see a GSPCA gazebo. It is a minimum £5.00 donation per dog which will help the animals and wildlife at the GSPCA and those rescued. To find out more on this event and updates please visit - https://www.facebook.com/Guernseycockapoos/ The GSPCA would like to thank the organisers and all involved and hope for a fantastic day. If you would like to help at one of our upcoming events or book a table at our Ball please give Michelle a call on 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/play-date-beach-cockapoos-friends-aid-gspca

EVENT: Peter Rabbit & Friends Event at Beau Cinema in aid of the GSPCA

Peter Rabbit & Friends Event at Beau Cinema in aid of the GSPCA on Sunday 30th September - from 2pm All tickets £5 - http://www.guernseytickets.gg/#60 A fun event for the whole family at Beau Sejour. From 2pm meet the adorable rabbits from the GSPCA, Guernsey SPCA and some of their cute friends before watching the Peter Rabbit film at Beau Cinema. - Take a selfie with Peter Rabbit and his mascot friends. - Win a prize on the GSPCA tombola and take part in some fun games. - Visit the Learning Zone and get some top tips on how to care for your furry friend, find out about the new wildlife centre at the shelter. - Adopt a bunny and find out how you could adopt and help a bunny at the shelter. - Come in animal fancy dress and win some great prizes. - Tickets holders are encouraged to enter Beau Cinema at 3.15pm - 5.15pm to watch the new ‘Peter Rabbit’ movie. For tickets please visit - http://www.guernseytickets.gg/#60 Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We are delighted to team up once again with Beau Cinema for another fantastic event in aid of the GSPCA.” “On Sunday 30th September we are having an event followed the cinema showing of Peter Rabbit & Friends Event at Beau Cinema and tickets are now on sale.” “We are looking for volunteers to help with the event and a huge thanks to Beau Cinema for allowing us to team up with them once again for what should be a great fun afternoon.” If you would like to help at one of our upcoming events or book a table at our Ball please give Michelle a call on 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/event-peter-rabbit-friends-event-beau-cinema-aid-gspca

Paws For Thought - Herm Island Charity Dog Walking Day Sunday 7th October

With dogs permitted back on our beautiful beaches this autumn, give your four legged friend the joy of Herm with Herm Island’s charity dog walking day in aid of GSPCA. Shell Beach kiosk will be serving ‘Herm-made’ soup and rolls (£4.50) and bacon butties & hot dogs (£3.30) from 9am-5pm with 50p per item donated to the GSPCA. 50p doggie treat bags also available with proceeds going to the charity. Additional donations can be made at Shell Beach Cafe and will be greatly appreciated. The more dogs the merrier ! DON'T FORGET SOME WHITE HOUSE HOTEL ROOMS AND HERM ISLAND COTTAGES ARE DOG FRIENDLY - they will make an additional £20 donation for any hotel room or cottage booked, with a dog staying, the week before of after Sunday 7th October. There is no specific start time and dogs and their owners can walk any route on the island – but please do visit Shell Beach cafe to make donations or enjoy some warming food and dog treats. Dogs must be kept on leads around Rosaire, Harbour Village and Manor Village, but no leads required anywhere else on the island. However, please do keep an eye on your dogs and please do not allow them to chase any wildlife. Steve Byrne, GSPCA Manager said, “The GSPCA are hugely grateful to all the Herm Island team for putting this fantastic event together and look forward to seeing pictures of the dogs enjoying the wonderful island and the owners enjoying their soup and bacon butties.” To find out more please visit the event page - https://www.facebook.com/events/2052091665121082/?active_tab=about If you would like to help at one of our upcoming events or book a table at our Ball please give Michelle a call on 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/paws-thought-herm-island-charity-dog-walking-day-sunday-7th-october

Raffle tickets with top prize of £1000 on sale at Le Friquet Garden Centre

Tomorrow between 10am and 5pm GSPCA volunteers will be at le Friquet Garden Centre selling raffle tickets with a top prize of £1000. All funds raised will be helping the 500+ animals at the GSPCA as all prizes have been kindly donated. Tickets are just £1 each and are also on sale at the GSPCA. If you can help tomorrow please pop along on the day or call Michelle on 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg The draw takes place at the GSPCA 1920’s Ball at the Farmhouse on Saturday 22nd September where we may have a few seats available for those last minute interested supporters please call Suzy on 07781 167023 Le Friquet Garden Centre are hugely supportive of the GSPCA from regular donations to holding events to raise funds for the work of the Animal Shelter and earlier this year we received a huge amount of plants to help with our Memorial Garden and from all of the GSPCA thank you once again for their support. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “If you are popping to Le Friquet Garden Centre please do support our volunteers selling raffle tickets in aid of the many animals at the GSPCA.” “Tickets are only £1 each and there are some amazing prizes, all of which are donated and the top prize of £1000.” “We currently have 3 events we are looking for helpers to volunteer this month those being selling raffle tickets at Le Friquet Garden Centre on Saturday 9th September, our flag day at Alliance on Saturday 29th September and at the Peter Rabbit event at Beau Cinema on Sunday 30th September and if anyone can help please call 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg .” “If anyone is looking to help volunteer at the GSPCA then Monday 1st October at 630pm we have the next induction evening and all are welcome.”

Can you help at our Flag Day at Alliance, or our stall at Fairfields this Saturday or our Beau Cinema Event Sunday?

Between 9am and 5pm this Saturday we are looking for volunteers to help collect at our Flag Day outside Alliance. With over 500 animals currently in our care every penny helps make a difference to those being looked after at the GSPCA. We are also looking for volunteers to help on Saturday afternoon at Fairfields for our stall at the Paws for Support event between 12pm and 5pm and also this Sunday at our Peter Rabbit Beau Cinema event between 12pm and 3pm. The Peter Rabbit event is a sell out and we are looking for volunteers to help on our stalls including showing some of the animals in our care. If you would like to help please give Michelle a call on 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg

See the GSPCA at the Paws for Support Open Day Pet Dog Show from 1pm at Fairfields Saturday 29th September

Join us tomorrow on Saturday 29th September from 1pm for the Paws for Support Open Day and Pet Dog Show Paws for Support are launching their new charity Paws For Support with an open day and fun pet dog show. We will have our GSPCA stall there and would like to thank the organisors for the kind invite. Some of the things going on include - Come and Meet the Therapy Dogs Children's Zone Activities Dog Games in Main Arena Tombola Safe and Sound Display Pet Dog Show judged by Jenny Kendall-Tobias Plus much, much more Free Entry and Free Parking To see their event page please visit - https://www.facebook.com/events/234296633945577/ To visit their facebook page please visit - https://www.facebook.com/PawsForSupport/ If you would like to help at this or one of our upcoming events please give Michelle a call on 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/see-gspca-paws-support-open-day-pet-dog-show-1pm-fairfields-saturday-29th-september

Today is World Animal Day - Please help the 500+ animals at the GSPCA and here are a few ways you can

World Animal Day is celebrated each year on October 4. It started in Florence, Italy in 1931 at a convention of ecologists. On this day, animal life in all its forms is celebrated, and special events are planned on locations all over the globe. 4 October was originally chosen for World Animal Day because it is the feast day of Francis of Assisi, a nature lover and patron saint of animals and the environment. Numerous churches throughout the world observe the Sunday closest to 4 October with a Blessing for the Animals. However, World Animal Day has now gone beyond being the celebration of a Christian saint and is today observed by animal-lovers of all beliefs, nationalities and backgrounds. Animal blessings are held in churches, synagogues, and by independent Animal Chaplains in parks and fields. Animal rescue shelters hold fundraising events and open days, wildlife groups organize information displays, schools undertake animal-related project work and individuals and groups of friends or co-workers donate to animal charities or pledge to sponsor a shelter animal. At the GSPCA we help over 3000 wild animals and domestic through the doors every year and we currently have over 500 in our care. This Summer has been one of the busiest we have ever experienced in terms of numbers of animals from nearly 100 hedgehogs in our care to 50 rabbits, 30 reptiles to many parrots, dozens of cats to 20 ducks, hamsters to other animals in our care, many needing new and loving homes. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “It is amazing the numbers of animals we help every day here at the GSPCA but we couldn’t do so much without the support of the public and local businesses.” “Today is World Animal Day and with over 500 animals in our care we are always appealing for support and help with the work we carry out 24/7 from donating towards the animals in our care, finding them new homes, helping volunteer with our work and I many other ways.” “If you would like to support our work then you can donate and find out more online, call us on 257261, pop into the Shelter in St Andrews, email admin@gspca.org.gg or by post GSPCA, Rue des Truchots, St Andrews, GY6 8UD.” "We have many wish list plans from a new dryer to our proposed new Wildlife Hospital all to help the many animals at the GSPCA and that pass through the doors 24/7." “We have so many rabbits and ducks in need of homes, as well as many lizards, turtles and many others which can be seen on our website or popping into the Shelter between 11am and 4pm 7 days a week.” "If you can't help adopt an animal maybe you could become an Angel pen Pal Sponsor or help towards one of our projects or wishes to help the 500+ animals in our care." "Without your support we could achieve so much and from all the animals in Guernsey and from the GSPCA we are so thankful for all the support we receive." "If you would like to help us in any way please do check out the links on our website, pop in or call us on 257261." If you would like to find out more on how you can support the shelter and the animals in our care then please visit our fundraising page www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising Another way to support us is our on site Charity Shop and refreshment area and to find out more please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-onsite-charity-shop 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 To find out our opening hours and when you can visit some of the animals in our care please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-opening-visiting-times To see some of the animals looking for homes please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/animals On Monday 5th November we have a volunteer induction evening and for more information and additional induction dates please visit http://gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers or call 257261 If you would like to help at one of our upcoming events please give Michelle a call on 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg To see our upcoming guided tours please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/guided-tours-gspca To become an Angel Pen Pal Sponsor to sponsor the hoglets and support our work please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/angel-sponsorship-scheme-animals-needing-guernseys-everlasting-love To see our Wish List on our website please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/our-plans-wish-list To visit the details on the Urgent Kennel Floor Appeal please visit - www.gspca.org.gg/blog/urgent-kennel-floor-appeal-%E2%80%93-kennel-flooring-work-discovers-need-new-drains-and-completely-ripp To Buy a Brick in the new Wildlife Hospital and find out more please click here - http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-launch-buy-brick-proposed-new-wildlife-hospital To learn more about our biggest project, become an Exclusive Build Partner and support our Wildlife Hospital please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-exclusive-build-partner To help towards our much needed dryer please click here - http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/urgent-appeal-%E2%80%93-our-20-year-old-commercial-dryer-sadly-passes-can-you-help-us-new-machine-gspca To visit our Amazon Wish list please visit - https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/25MJPPDAGXHL1?type=WishList

Bingo night in aid of GSPCA & Clic Sargent at La Nouvelle Maraitaine Sunday 7th October

This Sunday 7th October pop along for some Charity Bingo Taking place from 7pm at Cafe Amiti La Nouvelle Maraitaine come join for a fun evening of Bingo in aid of the GSPCA and Clic Sargent. As well as bingo there’s a bonus ball and raffle For more information please call Mim Sarre on 07889 431888 Don’t forget eyes down at 7pm If you would like to find out more on how you can support the shelter and the animals in our care then please visit our fundraising page www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising Another way to support us is our on site Charity Shop and refreshment area and to find out more please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-onsite-charity-shop 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 To find out our opening hours and when you can visit some of the animals in our care please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-opening-visiting-times To see some of the animals looking for homes please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/animals On Monday 5th November we have a volunteer induction evening and for more information and additional induction dates please visit http://gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers or call 257261 If you would like to help at one of our upcoming events please give Michelle a call on 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg To see our upcoming guided tours please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/guided-tours-gspca To become an Angel Pen Pal Sponsor to sponsor the hoglets and support our work please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/angel-sponsorship-scheme-animals-needing-guernseys-everlasting-love To see our Wish List on our website please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/our-plans-wish-list To visit the details on the Urgent Kennel Floor Appeal please visit - www.gspca.org.gg/blog/urgent-kennel-floor-appeal-%E2%80%93-kennel-flooring-work-discovers-need-new-drains-and-completely-ripp To Buy a Brick in the new Wildlife Hospital and find out more please click here - http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-launch-buy-brick-proposed-new-wildlife-hospital To learn more about our biggest project, become an Exclusive Build Partner and support our Wildlife Hospital please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-exclusive-build-partner To visit our Amazon Wish list please visit - https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/25MJPPDAGXHL1?type=WishList

Discover Dogs this Sunday 14th October at Beau Sejour 10am to 430pm free entry, come and see our GSPCA stall

The Guernsey Kennel Club presents Discover Dogs 2018 on Sunday 14th October 2018 Taking place at Beau sejour Leisure Centre 10am to 4.30pm **FREE ENTRY** EVENT SCHEDULE 10.30 - JUNIOR HANDLING DEMONSTRATION 11.00 - PARADE OF BREEDS 12.00 - SAFE AND SOUND DEMONSTRATION 12.30 - LIMITED OBEDIENCE DEMONSTRATION 13.15 - THERAPY & DISABILITY ASSISTANCE DISPLAY (PAWS FOR SUPPORT) 13.45 - PARADE OF BREEDS 14.30 - MATCH THE YEAROF THEDOG! GRAND PRIZES FOR BEST IN MATCH AND RESERVE BEST IN DISCOVER Meet & Greet DOGS Ask the Trainers & Handlers DOG FOOD, ACCESSORIES, TOYS Raffle & MUCH MORE! Not to mention see our GSPCA stall there and find out about Buy a Brick for our new proposed Wildlife Hospital If you would like to help at one of our upcoming events please give Michelle a call on 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg If you would like to find out more on how you can support the shelter and the animals in our care then please visit our fundraising page www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising Another way to support us is our on site Charity Shop and refreshment area and to find out more please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-onsite-charity-shop 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 To find out our opening hours and when you can visit some of the animals in our care please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-opening-visiting-times To see some of the animals looking for homes please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/animals On Monday 5th November we have a volunteer induction evening and for more information and additional induction dates please visit http://gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers or call 257261 To see our upcoming guided tours please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/guided-tours-gspca To become an Angel Pen Pal Sponsor to sponsor the hoglets and support our work please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/angel-sponsorship-scheme-animals-needing-guernseys-everlasting-love To see our Wish List on our website please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/our-plans-wish-list To visit the details on the Urgent Kennel Floor Appeal please visit - www.gspca.org.gg/blog/urgent-kennel-floor-appeal-%E2%80%93-kennel-flooring-work-discovers-need-new-drains-and-completely-ripp To Buy a Brick in the new Wildlife Hospital and find out more please click here - http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-launch-buy-brick-proposed-new-wildlife-hospital To learn more about our biggest project, become an Exclusive Build Partner and support our Wildlife Hospital please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-exclusive-build-partner To visit our Amazon Wish list please visit - https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/25MJPPDAGXHL1?type=WishList http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/discover-dogs-sunday-14th-october-beau-sejour-10am-430pm-free-entry-come-and-see-our-gspca-stal

Spooky Tours and Halloween Treasure Hunt Tours at the GSPCA October Half Term

The week of Half Term the GSPCA are running Spooky Tours and Halloween Treasure Hunts at the GSPCA. Last year we had young vampires, cats, zombies and monsters for the scary events at the Animal Shelter in St Andrews. The groups on arrival will have lots of spooky things to do and see from Webster our tarantula to the many lizards in our care, black cats and many others some with scary names. Tours take about 45 minutes and once the treasure hunt quiz is complete all will get prizes for their great fancy dress and doing well in the quiz. The children will then hunt for spooky numbered cards in a very Halloween themed room. With ghouls and ghosts, smoke and bubbles, disco lights and spiders, wiggly worms and tunnels the children have to find hidden Halloween cards to win prizes. Last year all had a fantastic time and the parents and the children all left with a pumpkin bag full of gifts and saying - "This is fantastic, thank you so much." "I would have loved this when I was a child." "What a great afternoon, thank you." "They loved it, thank you." Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager and Grim Reaper Tour Guide said "We had a lovely spooky last Halloween and it was great to see the effort the children made with their fancy dress." "Once again this year we will decorate our events room with a Halloween theme and the children and the parents will be shown around the Shelter, playing a quiz and searching for the Halloween cards for prizes." "It is £20 per child or £17.50 with an Island Mums card and spaces are limited so please book early.” "All the funds raised will help the bats, cats, owls and many other animals at the GSPCA, as well as help towards our new Wildlife Hospital." "Please do call 257261 to book your childs place or via our paypal link and indicate your ideal day." Spooky Halloween Guided Tour, Fancy Dress Competition, Games & Creepy, Scary Treasure Hunt During October Half Term Monday 29th October 2018 2pm Tuesday 30th October 2018 2pm Wednesday 31st October 2018 2pm Thursday 1st November 2018 2pm Friday 2nd November 2018 2pm At the GSPCA Animal Shelter Spooky Halloween Children’s Event in aid of the GSPCA A scary event with lot’s of fun & many prizes Best fancy dress with prizes Scary Guided Tour Quiz with prizes Halloween Treasure Hunt in a very spooky room with lots of prizes for every child £20 per child or £17.50 with Island Mums Membership Card for 2 hours of Halloween fun & lots of gifts For more details & to book please – admin@gspca.org.gg or call 01481 257261 Numbers limited for each day so please book early to guarantee a place Could you 'Trick or Pet Treat' this Halloween & collect for animals at the GSPCA & safety tips http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/could-you-trick-or-pet-treat-halloween-collect-animals-gspca-safety-tips-1 http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/spooky-tours-and-halloween-treasure-hunt-tours-gspca-october-half-term

Could you 'Trick or Pet Treat' this Halloween & collect for animals at the GSPCA & safety tips

Every year many children with parents or guardians head out at Halloween on the 31st October dressed up to celebrate the American tradition of 'Trick or Treat'. With the growing concern of the consumption of sweets and sugar why not this Halloween raise funds for charity. With the dark evenings it is important to ensure you follow some simple safety hints and tips, but this year could your Halloween night out help benefit the hundreds of animals in need in Guernsey. At the GSPCA we currently have over 500 animals in our care and over 3000 are rescued, cared for and rehomed by the GSPCA every year. When out 'Trick or Treating' why not instead this year say 'Trick or Pet Treat' and maybe add 'to help animals at the GSPCA'. Whether donations of change, animal feed or even actual 'Pet Treats' every penny helps make a difference. If you have a bucket to take out why not click here to download a label to stick to it to help advertise your collection http://gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Trick%20or%20Pet%20treat.pdf. Not everyone celebrates the Halloween tradition and it is important to please keep this in mind and respect the wishes of those who decline, but for those that join in and support your collection please do celebrate and thank them for their generosity. If you haven't got children or would rather not have them go out could your work place, group or school hold a 'Trick or Pet Treat' mufti day or event to help raise funds for animals at the Shelter? Halloween Safety Tips for Trick or Treating Children should always go out trick or treating accompanied by a responsible adult. If you have a group of kids going, the parents should choose two or three of them to go along and keep an eye on things. It is always best to keep to early evening to avoid upsetting homes where the residents may plan an early night due reasons such as their health or young children. Plan a safe route so parents know where their older kids will be at all times. Set a time for their return home. Make sure that your child is old enough and responsible enough to go out by themselves (any doubts please ensure an adult is present and accompanies them). Make sure that they have a mobile phone. Let your children know not to cut through back lanes and fields if they are out alone. Make sure they know to stay in populated areas and not to go off the beaten track. Let them know to stay in well lighted areas with lots of people around. Explain to them why it can be dangerous for kids not to do this. If they are going out alone, they are old enough to know what can happen to them in a bad situation and how to stop it from happening. Instruct your children not to eat any treats until they bring them home to be examined by you. This way you can check for any problem candy and get the pick of the best stuff! Instruct your child to never go into the home of a stranger or get into their car. Explain why this is not a good idea and what to do if someone approaches them and tries to talk to them. Make sure your child carries a torch, glow stick or has reflective tape on their costume to make them more visible to cars. Let them know that they should stay together as a group if going out to Trick or Treat without an adult. Explain that not everyone celebrates Halloween and if they decline to donate or give then that is the persons choice and should be respected politely. Some home owners will have animals and pets themselves and to take care when approaching or leaving a property. It is extremely important that where gates are present they are closed after use. At the GSPCA we want all animals and people to have a fun and safe Halloween and for those looking to support us this Saturday thank you so much as we and the animals really appreciate it. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "This Halloween could you do something a little different to help animals in Guernsey?" "Instead of 'Trick or Treating' could you say 'Trick or Pet Treat' to help raise funds for animals in Guernsey." "Many of us as parents are concerned with the amount of sugar our children eat and many children love animals and helping them so why not combine the two this Halloween." "We want to ensure those going out are safe whether helping collect for the GSPCA or for themselves so we have popped a few safety tips online to keep in mind before heading out." "Thank you to all that choose to help us and the animals in our care this Halloween." If you would like a copy of the 'Trick or Pet Treat' poster please call 01481 257261, pop into the Shelter or email stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg Thank you for your support. For details on Spooky Tours and Halloween Treasure Hunt Tours at the GSPCA October Half Term http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/spooky-tours-and-halloween-treasure-hunt-tours-gspca-october-half-term http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/could-you-trick-or-pet-treat-halloween-collect-animals-gspca-safety-tips-1

Join us for the 125 year rematch Rangers v the Army and fun day at KGV this Sunday

Rangers big day at the KGV is this Sunday 21 October when they celebrate 12 years and play the Army. Weather looks good and the day starts from 1pm so come see a 7 strong aerial team parachute ball in from 1.45pm. Charity stalls including GSPCA, indoor soft play, Youth Commission, Outdoor Guernsey Nerf Zone loads for all family. Match kicks off at 2.30pm. Rangers Football and Athletic Club (the oldest in the Channel islands) v Princess of Wales’s Royal Regiment (The Tigers) proudly supported by Ravenscroft. The GSPCA are very grateful for the kind invite and will have our stall and lots of games at this wonderful event this weekend. If you can help volunteer we will be setting up at the KGV from 12pm. If you would like to help at one of our upcoming events please give Michelle a call on 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg If you would like to find out more on how you can support the shelter and the animals in our care then please visit our fundraising page www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising For details on Spooky Tours and Halloween Treasure Hunt Tours at the GSPCA October Half Term http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/spooky-tours-and-halloween-treasure-hunt-tours-gspca-october-half-term Could you 'Trick or Pet Treat' this Halloween & collect for animals at the GSPCA & safety tips http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/could-you-trick-or-pet-treat-halloween-collect-animals-gspca-safety-tips-1 http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/join-us-125-year-rematch-rangers-v-army-and-fun-day-kgv-sunday

The Leo Club of Guernsey’s annual 12 hour BAKE-A-THON in aid of the GSPCA Friday 9th to Saturday 10th November

The Leo Club of Guernsey are once again doing a 12-hour bake-a-thon all through the night! Please support them by sponsoring them via link https://giving.gg/donate/Event/0/Donate-to-Guernsey-Charitable-Event , donating ingredients or buying our baked goods in the Market Square on Friday 9th and Saturday 10th November At the GSPCA we are hugely grateful to the Leo Club of Guernsey who have chosen to donate all proceeds to the many animals in our care and our 24/7 work To visit the Leo Club of Guernsey facebook page please go to - https://www.facebook.com/leoclubguernsey If you would like to help at one of our upcoming events please give Michelle a call on 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg If you would like to find out more on how you can support the shelter and the animals in our care then please visit our fundraising page www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising

Bingo Night at La Nouvelle Maraitaine Sunday 11th November 7pm in aid of GSPCA and Clic Sargent

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GSPCA will be at the Round Table Christmas Fayre this Sunday at Beau Sejour

It’s that time already and the GSPCA will be at the Round Table Christmas Fayre this weekend. Taking place on Sunday 18th November 2018 between 10am and 4pm at Beau Sejour. Set to be the largest ever with 50 charities represented! Free entry and a free shuttle bus from Amherst School if the car park fills up. For more details on the event please contact Roy on 07781 100296. If you would like to help on our GSPCA stall with lots of games and goodies please call 01481 257261 or email Michelle at fundraising@gspca.org.gg Also don’t worry if you come to the GSPCA stall and you run out of cash as we will have a card machine on our stall. As well as lots of great Christmas gifts and fun tombolas you can also find out about our Wildlife Hospital and how you can Buy a Brick or check out the leaflet here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Buy%20a%20Brick%20Wildlife%20Hospital.pdf http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-will-be-round-table-christmas-fayre-sunday-beau-sejour

Cake sale with St Martins Primary School Children and come see our GSPCA Charity Shop this Friday 345pm to 430pm

This Friday St Martins Primary School students after a series of Epic days will be selling cakes along with drinks this between 345pm and 4pm at the GSPCA next to the Pet Department of our Charity Shop on Rue des Truchots, St Andrews. The children from St Martins Primary School over the last month have enjoyed a tour, helping read to the animals, make fresh feeders for them, helped with our conservation work around site and finish their 4th day at the Shelter selling cakes to raise funds for the animals in our care. So please do pop in tomorrow Friday 23rd November 345pm to 430pm to support the children who have helped us in many ways and to raise funds for the many animals in our care. Our Charity Shop is open 7 days a week, 9am to 5pm Monday to Saturday and 11am to 4pm on Sundays. We currently aren't able to accept donations for the charity shop due to a full stock room. While visiting the charity shop and enjoying the homemade cakes you can visit some of the animal areas for a donation of £2 per person so please ask when you visit about those animals and areas you can see. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "This Friday the children from St Martins Primary School will be selling drinks and cakes between 345pm and 4pm to raise funds for the many animals in our care so please do pop in and support them or take a walk with your dog and pop by." "The funds raised will help the 500+ animals in our care from Andrew the seal pup to the many hedgehogs we have in our care at the GSPCA." “The children from St Martins Primary School have been helping in many ways over the last few weeks and learning about our work and they are very excited to be raising funds for the many animals they have been helping.” For information call 01481 257261 or email admin@gspca.org.gg We have a page full of fund raising ideas and to find out more please visit – http://gspca.org.gg/fundraising To donate to the animals at the GSPCA please visit - www.paypal.me/DonateGSPCA To become a regular sponsor please visit – www.gspca.org.gg/about/angel-sponsorship-scheme-animals-needing-guernseys-everlasting-love To see some of the animals in need of homes please visit – www.gspca.org.gg/animals To see our opening hours please visit – www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-opening-visiting-time To find out more on trips, talks and our education work please email education@gspca.org.gg or call 01481 257261 http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/cake-sale-st-martins-primary-school-children-and-come-see-our-gspca-charity-shop-friday-345pm-4

Barclays Branch Charity Winter Fayre Thursday 13th December 6pm to 830pm

Please pop in for a mince pie and refreshments and support local charities by visiting market stalls hosted by Action for Children, Paws for Support, MUG, GSPCA and CLIC Sargent all taking place at Barclays Branch in St Peter Port. This great event will take place on Thursday 13th December between 6pm and 830pm. Please note the counter will not be open for banking transactions and all are welcome into the warm to support these local charities. Barclays Branch can be found at 6/8 High Street, St Peter Port, GY1 3BE and for general enquiries you can call them on 0345 734 5345 or to find the nearest branch and opening times please visit - https://www.barclays.co.uk/branch-finder/

CHRISTMAS MARKETS Every Saturday daytime and Thursday late night shopping Can you help on our GSPCA stall?

Starting this Saturday, and each Saturday and Thursday night thereafter through December in the run up to Christmas, we have the opportunity to have a stall in Market Place. If you would be interested in helping out, could let Michelle know any times/dates you might be available by calling 01481 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg . They may not all go ahead depending on numbers of helpers, but if we can do some of the dates that would be great. The dates and times will hopefully be - Saturdays 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd - 9am - 4pm Thursdays 6th, 13th, 20th - 6pm - 9pm We hope you can help and look forward hearing from you. http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/christmas-markets-every-saturday-daytime-and-thursday-late-night-shopping-can-you-help-our-gspc

Staff Volunteer & Team Christmas Party 7pm Saturday 22nd December

This Saturday at the GSPCA we are having our annual Christmas celebration for all those that have done so much for animals and the community over the last year. Dress code is Christmas themed and all staff, volunteers, friends, supporters and families are welcome to join us to celebrate all we have achieved during another busy year. Children are also welcome and there will be lots to keep them entertained from space hoppers to tunnels to play in. A selection of food and drinks will be kindly provided and all we ask is for your to bring some extras to add to the festivities. All taking place from 7pm at the Events Room at the GSPCA this Saturday 22nd December 2018. From karaoke to games there will be lots to entertain and have fun. For more details please call 01481 257261 or email admin@gspca.org.gg For those that can’t make it we hope you have a wonderful and very Merry Christmas, Happy New Year and thank you for all you have done to help us throughout 2018. http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/staff-volunteer-team-christmas-party-7pm-saturday-22nd-december

Crimbo Limbo Guided Tours at the GSPCA each day at 2pm

This is your opportunity to visit behind the scenes at our Animal Shelter in St Andrews and see the work being carried out. We ask for a minimum donation of £7 per person and £5 per child, or £20 for a family of four or £18 with an Islands Mum card. In 2018 we have some themed tours which are £20 per child or £17.50 with an Islands Mums card. The tours take around 80 minutes and you get to see in many of the departments, interact with some of the friendly residents and a variety of species. The special tours can take a little longer. Tours are a maximum of 20 people per tour, so please book early. The special tours are also a maximum of 20. Some of the animals you will have the chance to see will be cats, rabbits, birds, hedgehogs, dogs looking for homes and some of the other wildlife. If you would like a certificate as a gift then please do get in touch for more details Here are the dates planned Boxing Day 26th to New Years Eve 31st December 2018 – Guided tours each day at 2pm Monday 18th to Friday 22nd February 2019 Half Term - Guided tours each day at 2pm Wednesday 17th to Easter Saturday 20th April 2019 Easter Holidays - Special Easter Guided Tours, quiz and Easter Egg Hunt each day £20 per child (£17.50 with Island Mums Card), prizes for best costumes & fun games room (children must have a guardian/parent) Monday 27th to Friday 31st May 2019 Half Term - Guided tours each day at 2pm Monday 22nd July to Friday 26th July 2019 Summer Holidays - Guided tours each day at 2pm Monday 26th to Friday 30th August 2019 Summer Holidays - Guided tours each day at 2pm Monday 28th October to Friday 1st November 2019 Half Term - Special Halloween Guided Tours each day £20 per child (£17.50 with Island Mums Card), prizes for best costumes & fun games room (children must have a guardian/parent) Monday 30th January 2019 to Friday 3rd January 2020 Christmas Holidays - Guided tours each day at 2pm Monday 17th to Friday 21st February 2020 Half term - Guided tours each day at 2pm Please book your placement early to avoid disappointment. To book please call 01481 257261 or via the paypal link - https://www.paypal.me/DonateGSPCA Please note if you book via paypal please indicate the date and time tour you would like as well as the names of those attending. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "Our Guided Tours and Christmas Tours make wonderful Christmas gifts and also gives you and the family a lovely afternoon out during what many call Crimbo Limbo." "With over 500 animals in our care there is plenty to see and if you would like to see behind the scenes and the many animals here at the Animal Shelter then book by calling on 257261 or online via our paypal link." Birthday, Special & Tours Booked As An Event If you would like to bring a private group or party to the GSPCA for a visit and tour at the Animal Shelter we can arrange this in advance. We ask for a minimum donation of £80 for a group (this is for 8 children and 2 free adult places) and an additional £5 per person with groups larger than 8 (restrictions do apply with children to adult numbers). We can provide a birthday or gift pack if the tour is for a special occasion. We have a large events room, tables, chairs, projectors, speakers with mic, and a number of toys or things for children on request. For details on room hire please check out - http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/room-hire-gspca Why not make it a full event and arrange for food, a cake or more all of which can be delivered through http://www.kiddiescatering.biz Some extras could include Party Food can be Supplied by Kiddies Catering Surprise Adoption for a year of an animal pen - minimum donation of £25 for an adoption pack for a year to include a plaque at the GSPCA Room hire is available in a spacious room next to toilet facilities Games with prizes can be supplied on request Hire of giant animal, minion or Olaf suit Other bespoke packages available Guided tours of the Shelter on average take about between 60 - 90 minutes and it is your opportunity to see behind the scenes, although for animal welfare reasons there are areas that are unable to be viewed. If the event is for a special occasion the birthday or lucky individual will receive special treatment and be allowed some unique experiences holding and possibly feeding some of the animals in our care. Guided tours of the Shelter is your opportunity to see behind the scenes, although for animal welfare reasons there are areas that are unable to be viewed. We do ask that there is 1 adult per 8 children. For a booking form to enquire about availability please complete this form - http://gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Birthday%20booking%20form%20Jan%202018.pdf If you are interested please email your form to stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg or call the GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne on 01481 257261 to discuss details. Island Mum cardholders can receive a 10% discount on special tours, please see this link for details - http://islandmums.com/guernsey/gspca-birthday-parties/ To book the GSPCA Shop and Charity Shop are open 7 days a week Monday to Saturday 9am to 5pm and Sunday 11am to 4pm. To great all sorts of great Christmas gifts pop to the Shelter which you can find us at GSPCA, Rue des Truchots, St Andrews, Guernsey GY6 8UD and Perry Guide page 24 A1 off Route de la Croix au Bailiff. For more information please call 01481 257261 or email admin@gspca.org.gg

GSPCA Purple Week How to get involved

The GSPCA was founded in 1873 and to help celebrate 146 years caring for animals in Guernsey we are asking for your help. It is also a very special year as we celebrate 90 years being at our current address on Rue des Truchots in St Andrews. There are many ways you, your school, group, work place, business can help celebrate. The GSPCA week starts 8th February and celebrations will carry on until the 15th with our anniversary being Valentines Day the 14th February. To download a poster to help promote GSPCA Purple Week please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/GSPCA%20Purple%20Week%202019%20146%20years.pdf Ideas to get involved....... Why not wear purple for the day? The GSPCA logo is purple and we are encouraging people to wear purple for a day or more during this week from purple ties to GSPCA wrist bands, pin badges, or maybe you have a better idea? A Mufti or Dress Down Day is a great and fun way to raise funds to help animals in Guernsey and celebrate our 14th anniversary. How about a 'Take Your Dog to Work Day' although normally this is celebrated in the summer why not hold a day at your work place early. Maybe you would like a tombola set for your work place? We can arrange a ticketed tombola with prizes to help raise funds for the animals in our care. Dress as an animal for the day? Its fun and a great way to celebrate the fact that the GSPCA help 1000's of animals and birds every year. FACT - Did you know the Shelter has cared for two lion cubs and two monkeys in the last few years and currently has a seal pup on site? A sponsored event? From a sponsored silence to a wax, stop smoking to a dog walk there are many ways you can raise funds to help animals in Guernsey. To download a sponsor form please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/146th%20Sponsor%20ship%20form.pdf To set up a sponsorship page on Just Giving to do some fund raising for our work and animals in our care please visit - https://www.justgiving.com/gspca or a giving.gg page please visit - https://giving.gg/donate/charity/0/Select-Guernsey-charity-for-direct-donation FACT - Did you know the GSPCA often has 500+ animals in their care at any one time and over 3000 through the doors every year? Could you sell goods for the GSPCA? The GSPCA has a number of new GSPCA goods on sale including pens, pin badges, wrist bands, car stickers and small toy dogs which we can provide in a counter box to help raise funds for the Animal Shelter. To apply for these or the other items please download a form on this link http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/146th%20items%20request%20form.pdf or email stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg FACT - Did you know that in 1919 the first home for stray dogs and cats was at 11 St John Street, St Peter Port. 5/- (five shillings) a week was paid to the tenant for housing the kennels and looking after the animals? A collection box / wishing well? The GSPCA are always looking for businesses and places to locate collection boxes around the Island. By clicking the above link or emailing stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg you can apply for one to help raise funds for the GSPCA. Also if you have a bigger premises maybe you could accommodate one of our GSPCA Wishing Wells. The first of these can be seen at the Shelter which are made on site and are a fantastic way to highlight the need of raising funds for the GSPCA and that your business supports our work caring for animals in Guernsey. FACT - Did you know in October 1929 the GSPCA purchased its present site at Les Fiers Moutons, St Andrews. The house, outbuildings and ¾ vergee of land were bought freehold for £400.00 plus a further 2 vergees of land for £120.00 and an extra £5.00 included the spring and well? There are many ways you can join the GSPCA Purple Week - Celebrating 146 years Caring for Animals in Guernsey between Friday 8th February and Friday 15th February. We have a number of events taking place during the GSPCA Purple Week. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "In 2019 the GSPCA will have been helping animals in Guernsey for 146 years and we also celebrate 90 years at our site in St Andrews and we are asking animal lovers to help join in and celebrate with us." "It costs over £600,000 a year to help care for the 1000's of animals and birds we have through our doors, provide the 24 hour 7 day a week emergency service for animals, the welfare work, dog training, education and more and we are appealing for people, schools and businesses to get involved to celebrate the wonderful work we have done and have to do for the future." "With rising costs and the biggest ever rebuild project last year we hope that Guernsey will wear purple for animals and join in our birthday fun in February." "Our New Build project currently is to build a New Wildlife Hospital and if you or your business would like to join our Build Partner scheme or Buy a Brick please give us a call on 257261 or email us at the GSPCA." To register your event or involvement please email stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg or call 01481 257261 Here a few links with ideas to help the animals in our care and wishes we are trying to raise funds for so please do get involved with GSPCA Purple Week and help us help those in need - You can donate via our giving.gg page or create your own sponsored event or challenge - https://giving.gg/donate/charity/2/Guernsey-Society-for-the-Prevention-of-Cruelty-to-Animals-(GSPCA) To donate to Gully, Andrew and Marty the seal pups please visit - www.justgiving.com/fundraising/jerseyandguernseysealpups To donate to help Ellie the cocker spaniels life saving operations Just Giving page please visit - https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/gspcaellieappeal To visit the Just Giving page raising funds for life saving Intensive Care Units please visit https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/gspcaintensivecare or to buy one directly for the Shelter please visit https://brinsea.co.uk/small-animal-care/tlc-intensive-care-incubators/tlc-30-advance/ To become an Angel pen pal Sponsor please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Angel%20sponsor%20form%20special%202018%20new.pdf To download a Corporate Angel Pen Pal form please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Corporate%20Angel%20Pen%20Pal%20sponsor%20formnew.pdf To Buy a Brick in the new Wildlife Hospital and download a leaflet please click here - http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Buy%20a%20Brick%20Wildlife%20Hospital.pdf To donate to the animals in our care another way is our paypal page - www.paypal.me/DonateGSPCA If you would like to help at one of our upcoming events please give Michelle a call on 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg To see some of the animals looking for homes at the GSPCA please visit – http://www.gspca.org.gg/animals Another way to support us is our on site Charity Shop and refreshment area and to find out more please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-onsite-charity-shop 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 On Monday 7th January we have a volunteer induction evening and for more information and additional induction dates please visit http://gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers or call 257261 To see our upcoming guided tours please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/guided-tours-gspca To see our Wish List on our website please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/our-plans-wish-list To visit the details on the Kennel Floor Appeal please visit - www.gspca.org.gg/blog/urgent-kennel-floor-appeal-%E2%80%93-kennel-flooring-work-discovers-need-new-drains-and-completely-ripp To learn about the ‘Buy a Brick’ in the new Wildlife Hospital and find out more please click here - http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-launch-buy-brick-proposed-new-wildlife-hospital To learn more about our biggest project, become an Exclusive Build Partner and support our Wildlife Hospital please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-exclusive-build-partner To visit our Amazon Wish list please visit - https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/25MJPPDAGXHL1?type=WishList For lots more ideas on how you can support the shelter and the animals in our care then please visit our fundraising page www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising If you think the team or an individual goes over and above some international awards open for nominations currently are – The ADCH & Petplan Awards - https://www.petplan.co.uk/about-petplan/charities/ The Ceva Animal Welfare Awards – http://www.cevawelfareawards.com/ To find out more on trips, talks and our education work please email education@gspca.org.gg or call 01481 257261 To see our upcoming guided tours please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/guided-tours-gspca http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-purple-week

GSPCA Purple Week How to get involved

The GSPCA was founded in 1873 and to help celebrate 146 years caring for animals in Guernsey we are asking for your help. It is also a very special year as we celebrate 90 years being at our current address on Rue des Truchots in St Andrews. There are many ways you, your school, group, work place, business can help celebrate. The GSPCA week starts 8th February and celebrations will carry on until the 15th with our anniversary being Valentines Day the 14th February. To download a poster to help promote GSPCA Purple Week please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/GSPCA%20Purple%20Week%202019%20146%20years.pdf Ideas to get involved....... Why not wear purple for the day? The GSPCA logo is purple and we are encouraging people to wear purple for a day or more during this week from purple ties to GSPCA wrist bands, pin badges, or maybe you have a better idea? A Mufti or Dress Down Day is a great and fun way to raise funds to help animals in Guernsey and celebrate our 14th anniversary. How about a 'Take Your Dog to Work Day' although normally this is celebrated in the summer why not hold a day at your work place early. Maybe you would like a tombola set for your work place? We can arrange a ticketed tombola with prizes to help raise funds for the animals in our care. Dress as an animal for the day? Its fun and a great way to celebrate the fact that the GSPCA help 1000's of animals and birds every year. FACT - Did you know the Shelter has cared for two lion cubs and two monkeys in the last few years and currently has a seal pup on site? A sponsored event? From a sponsored silence to a wax, stop smoking to a dog walk there are many ways you can raise funds to help animals in Guernsey. To download a sponsor form please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/146th%20Sponsor%20ship%20form.pdf To set up a sponsorship page on Just Giving to do some fund raising for our work and animals in our care please visit - https://www.justgiving.com/gspca or a giving.gg page please visit - https://giving.gg/donate/charity/0/Select-Guernsey-charity-for-direct-donation FACT - Did you know the GSPCA often has 500+ animals in their care at any one time and over 3000 through the doors every year? Could you sell goods for the GSPCA? The GSPCA has a number of new GSPCA goods on sale including pens, pin badges, wrist bands, car stickers and small toy dogs which we can provide in a counter box to help raise funds for the Animal Shelter. To apply for these or the other items please download a form on this link http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/146th%20items%20request%20form.pdf or email stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg FACT - Did you know that in 1919 the first home for stray dogs and cats was at 11 St John Street, St Peter Port. 5/- (five shillings) a week was paid to the tenant for housing the kennels and looking after the animals? A collection box / wishing well? The GSPCA are always looking for businesses and places to locate collection boxes around the Island. By clicking the above link or emailing stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg you can apply for one to help raise funds for the GSPCA. Also if you have a bigger premises maybe you could accommodate one of our GSPCA Wishing Wells. The first of these can be seen at the Shelter which are made on site and are a fantastic way to highlight the need of raising funds for the GSPCA and that your business supports our work caring for animals in Guernsey. FACT - Did you know in October 1929 the GSPCA purchased its present site at Les Fiers Moutons, St Andrews. The house, outbuildings and ¾ vergee of land were bought freehold for £400.00 plus a further 2 vergees of land for £120.00 and an extra £5.00 included the spring and well? There are many ways you can join the GSPCA Purple Week - Celebrating 146 years Caring for Animals in Guernsey between Friday 8th February and Friday 15th February. We have a number of events taking place during the GSPCA Purple Week. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "In 2019 the GSPCA will have been helping animals in Guernsey for 146 years and we also celebrate 90 years at our site in St Andrews and we are asking animal lovers to help join in and celebrate with us." "It costs over £600,000 a year to help care for the 1000's of animals and birds we have through our doors, provide the 24 hour 7 day a week emergency service for animals, the welfare work, dog training, education and more and we are appealing for people, schools and businesses to get involved to celebrate the wonderful work we have done and have to do for the future." "With rising costs and the biggest ever rebuild project last year we hope that Guernsey will wear purple for animals and join in our birthday fun in February." "Our New Build project currently is to build a New Wildlife Hospital and if you or your business would like to join our Build Partner scheme or Buy a Brick please give us a call on 257261 or email us at the GSPCA." To register your event or involvement please email stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg or call 01481 257261 Here a few links with ideas to help the animals in our care and wishes we are trying to raise funds for so please do get involved with GSPCA Purple Week and help us help those in need - You can donate via our giving.gg page or create your own sponsored event or challenge - https://giving.gg/donate/charity/2/Guernsey-Society-for-the-Prevention-of-Cruelty-to-Animals-(GSPCA) To donate to Gully, Andrew and Marty the seal pups please visit - www.justgiving.com/fundraising/jerseyandguernseysealpups To donate to help Ellie the cocker spaniels life saving operations Just Giving page please visit - https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/gspcaellieappeal To visit the Just Giving page raising funds for life saving Intensive Care Units please visit https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/gspcaintensivecare or to buy one directly for the Shelter please visit https://brinsea.co.uk/small-animal-care/tlc-intensive-care-incubators/tlc-30-advance/ To become an Angel pen pal Sponsor please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Angel%20sponsor%20form%20special%202018%20new.pdf To download a Corporate Angel Pen Pal form please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Corporate%20Angel%20Pen%20Pal%20sponsor%20formnew.pdf To Buy a Brick in the new Wildlife Hospital and download a leaflet please click here - http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Buy%20a%20Brick%20Wildlife%20Hospital.pdf To donate to the animals in our care another way is our paypal page - www.paypal.me/DonateGSPCA If you would like to help at one of our upcoming events please give Michelle a call on 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg To see some of the animals looking for homes at the GSPCA please visit – http://www.gspca.org.gg/animals Another way to support us is our on site Charity Shop and refreshment area and to find out more please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-onsite-charity-shop 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 On Monday 7th January we have a volunteer induction evening and for more information and additional induction dates please visit http://gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers or call 257261 To see our upcoming guided tours please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/guided-tours-gspca To see our Wish List on our website please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/our-plans-wish-list To visit the details on the Kennel Floor Appeal please visit - www.gspca.org.gg/blog/urgent-kennel-floor-appeal-%E2%80%93-kennel-flooring-work-discovers-need-new-drains-and-completely-ripp To learn about the ‘Buy a Brick’ in the new Wildlife Hospital and find out more please click here - http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-launch-buy-brick-proposed-new-wildlife-hospital To learn more about our biggest project, become an Exclusive Build Partner and support our Wildlife Hospital please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-exclusive-build-partner To visit our Amazon Wish list please visit - https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/25MJPPDAGXHL1?type=WishList For lots more ideas on how you can support the shelter and the animals in our care then please visit our fundraising page www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising If you think the team or an individual goes over and above some international awards open for nominations currently are – The ADCH & Petplan Awards - https://www.petplan.co.uk/about-petplan/charities/ The Ceva Animal Welfare Awards – http://www.cevawelfareawards.com/ To find out more on trips, talks and our education work please email education@gspca.org.gg or call 01481 257261 To see our upcoming guided tours please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/guided-tours-gspca http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-purple-week

Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday takes place on Sunday 26th May 2019

The 2019 Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday will be the eighth and takes place on Sunday 26th May. On the 26th May 2019 10am to 4pm the GSPCA will be organising a day to celebrate the animals in Guernsey and all the wonderful work that is done to care for them. We are extremely grateful to all those that made last 7 years such great days and we are hoping this years will be bigger and better. There will be stalls and fun for all the family - all with an animal theme. Fancy dress to mascot 5-a-side football, children's games to lots of food, a fun dog show to an animal less animal show, arts and crafts to charity stalls, some of the GSPCA animals looking for homes, entertainment and so much more........ This years Giant Animal Mascot event is a 5-a-side football match and can be entered as an individual or enter in the team event. All proceeds for this years race will help animals in Guernsey at the GSPCA so you can help support a great local charity, whilst having a lot of fun. Chose your Giant Animal Mascot Suit on the day or bring your own, details and sign up below...... There are lots of people that we would like to thank for their help and support to make this an amazing day out for all the family and listed below are just a few of them. The day starts from 10am and will take place along the Sea Front in St Peter Port and there are a variety of events and activities through the day. To go to the events facebook page or twitter link please click on the link below https://www.facebook.com/events/2041829405853168/ https://twitter.com/GSPCA https://twitter.com/Seafront_Sunday Would like a pitch? We are looking for charities to run stalls representing their organisation showing their involvement with animals or with an animal theme. Also businesses that feel they play a valuable part in animal welfare such as vets. If you have an art and crafts business you are also welcome. To download a pitch application form please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/SEAFRONT%20SUNDAY%20PITCH%20APPLICATION%202019.pdf Applications must be returned by the 26th April with payment where applicable. To download a poster to help us advertise our Seafront Sunday please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Seafront%20Sunday%20Poster2019.pdf Would you like to help sponsor the day? We are looking for individuals or businesses that would like to help sponsor the day please contact Steve Byrne on stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg or call 01481 257261 for more details. Fun Dog Show There will be a dog show starting at 12pm with registration from 11am. This is a fun dog show and is open to any breed of dog. Best Male Puppy (2yrs and under) Best Female Puppy (2yrs and under) Best Rescue Happiest pet Prettiest Bitch Most Handsome Dog Best Trick Golden Oldies (7yrs +) Best in Show (previous class winners) Entries are £1 a class. Please enter your dog on the day. Childrens Animal Fancy Dress Competition Again there will be holding a childrens animal themed fancy dress competition at the Islandmums stall on the Crown Pier at 145pm but for a free prize bring your child along to them through the day for a free gift. Giant Animal Mascot 5-a-side football event Once again we will be holding a Giant Animal Mascot event but this year there are a big twist. This is open to mascots and individuals prepared to dress as an animal and play a fun football game with a rather over sized ball. We are asking businesses, pubs, individuals or anyone as a team of 5 or an individual and we can make extra teams on the day. Don't worry about what to wear we will provide the Giant Animal Mascot suit and have over 70 available. To join in the our giant animal 5-a-side football game in Guernsey we are asking you to raise funds for the Shelter, ideally a minimum of £22 per person or £100 for a team of 5. All the money raised will go towards helping animals in Guernsey. For businesses wanting to join in we will feature in our next newsletter, on our website and you can put a banner up on the day. We are welcoming children to dress up in their own suits and also have a game through the day for a donation. To download a 5-a-side Mascot Team or Individual application form please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/SEAFRONT%20SUNDAY%20MASCOT%205%20A%20SIDE%20APPLICATION%202019.pdf To download a 5-a-side Mascot Team or Individual Sponsor Form please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Animal%20Mascot%205%20a%20side%20Seafront%20Sunday%20Sponsor%20ship%20form%202019.pdf To register and further details please emailstevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg Corporate sponsors and businesses get to choose their suits or if they wish to provide their own it must be an animal and we still require the application form completed with the minimum sponsorship. There are lots of events happening during the Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday from a fun dog show, arts and crafts stalls, live music kids games, food stalls and much more This is the seventh year the event has taken place and in previous years we have seen Bernard, Daniel the Island FM Donkey and Roary the GFC Lion and over 90 other competitors. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "With our big day on the 26th May we are asking for teams or individuals to sign up to dress as a giant animal or character to play a fun 5-a-side football game." "All the funds raised will help animals in Guernsey." "It's not a normal game as there are lots of surprises." "All we ask is a minimum donation of £22 per player or £100 a team of 5, we provide the costume and the the fun starts at 2pm on the 26th May." "Game lengths will depend on numbers and our very own Bernard the GSPCA dog will be in goal for any penalty shoot outs." "Please do get in touch for more information or check out the details online." For any questions please call 01481 257261 or contact stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg or lornaprince@gspca.org.gg Volunteer and Support this great family day If you, your group, business or school would like to volunteer and help on the day please email stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg Also pleas do get in touch if you would like to add entertainment whether it be dancing to music we love to make this a very special family and animal fun day. If you are wanting to get involved, take part or know more then please contact GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne 01481 257261 or email stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg Keep an eye out for more updates and information To visit the Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday page please go to http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/animal-welfare-sea-front-sunday

First GSPCA Volunteer Induction Evening of 2019 Monday 7th January 630pm

We are always looking for volunteers to help at the Shelter in a variety of roles and next Monday we have the first volunteer induction of 2019. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "We are very much looking forward to our first volunteer induction of 2019 next Monday." "Last year through the volunteer inductions we greeted and trained 189 volunteers not to mention 100's more through other placements, voluntourists and groups." "There is no need to book a place just turn up and we can get you involved with our work helping animals and the community." "From the charity shop to the animals, events to admin, gardening to our ambulance there is something for everyone." You need to be at least 13 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. To get started in Volunteering at the GSPCA we hold Induction Evenings and in the Summer Afternoons and no matter your age there is always a way you can help. If you are looking to complete your work experience, Duke of Edinburgh or similar placement it is a requirement to attend one of these sessions to arrange a start date and complete the induction. We are especially looking for volunteers to help with our grounds and conservation work, driving our ambulance on the weekends and to help in our charity shop. The Volunteer Induction Evenings planned for 2019 will take place on the following days and times in the Event and Training Room at the GSPCA, but please do call 257261 closer to the date to confirm it is taking place. Inductions take about 90 minutes to 2 hours depending on numbers. When you arrive to attend please follow the paw prints at the front of reception which will take you to the upper floor where the sessions are held. It is ramped access and any questions please do not hesitate to ask. Monday 7th January 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 4th February 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 5th March 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Wednesday 10th April 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 9th May 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 3rd June 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 9th July 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 18th July 2019 Volunteer Induction Afternoon Starts 4pm until approximately 545pm Monday 12th August 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 10th September 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 7th October 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 12th November 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 12th December 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Here are some of the ways you can volunteer for the GSPCA. Work Experience - To arrange your work placement please attend one of the inductions and times and days can be arranged on the evening or afternoon Duke of Edinburgh - To arrange your placement please attend an induction where a start date and times can be arranged. As we often have large numbers of Bronze placements we often look at placements to carry out regular spots on a Saturday or Sunday between either 8am and 10am or 1030am and 1230pm. We request a two hour volunteer slot due to the work load and training involved. For those needing documents completed please drop them into the Shelter or email details to admin@gspca.org.gg and a supervisor will kindly oblige. Dog Walking - to see the task role please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Dog%20Walking%20Task%20Role%202019.pdf Cat Socialising - to see the task role please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Cat%20Socialising%20Task%20Role%202019_0.pdf Animal Accommodation Cleaner - With over 500 animals in our care there is lots of cleaning to do in the morning and through the day. Please complete a form and return it to the Shelter if you would like to help care for the animals at the Shelter. Wildlife Volunteer - Our recent refurbished wildlife unit always has high numbers of birds and a growing number of hedgehogs that require caring for. We need volunteers to help us with this unit and if you would like to help please complete a form below and return it to the Shelter. The main part of this role is between 8am and 12pm 7 days a week and we are trying to put a rota together to help assist the wildlife staff. Reception and helping answer calls - We are looking to build a team of volunteers to assist the reception staff in their duties to help respond to the inquiries and welfare calls. Administration - We are a very busy Animal Welfare organisation and if you could help in the office please fill in the form below and get in touch. Gardening & Grounds Work - We have a lovely rural site that we always need help to care for. Maintenance & Painting - Many of our buildings have been standing for some time and need TLC. Fostering / Hand Rearing - The main animals we hand rear at the GSPCA are young birds and hoglets. We do on occasions look for foster homes for pet animals and please follow this link to see our Fostering page http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/fostering-scheme Fund Raising - we are always looking for Volunteers to help with our many fund raising events. If you would like to see some of our fund raising events please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg for details Events & Special Days - We have lots of days to help raise awareness and funds for the GSPCA. Welfare & Microchipping Events - We are planning to arrange days to help raise awareness and help animals in Guernsey and need your help to run these days. Van Driving & Night Wardens - We need volunteers to help both in the day and night. For more details and see some of our wardens please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/24-hour-emergency-wardens Special Roles - Volunteer Co-ordinator - We are looking for a Volunteer Co-ordinator. If you have some time on your hands, good people skills and would like to get involved recruiting and training volunteers please get in touch. Newsletter Editor - We are also looking for someone to help with our quarterly newsletter. If you have experience in putting together newsletters and have the time then please let us know. Sponsorship Co-ordinator - We are currently putting together a kennel, cat and animal pen sponsorship scheme. We are looking for a volunteer to help organise, promote and run this scheme to help raise the much needed funds to care for the hundreds of animals at the Shelter. Collection Box Co-ordinator - We have collection boxes throughout Guernsey and we are looking for someone who can help ensure these are collected regularly and to help find new sites. Education Talk Assistant - Every week staff at the Shelter talk to schools and groups about the vital work we carry out. If you are interested in helping with these please email education@gspca.org.gg Tour Guide Volunteers - At the Shelter we would like to develop a small team of volunteers that can give guided tours around the GSPCA and talk about the much needed work we carry out every day. Refreshment / Charity Shop Volunteers - We would like to run coffee mornings at the Shelter whilst selling a selection of bric-a-brac and other donated items a couple of mornings a week. We are currently looking for volunteers to help run this to help raise funds for the Shelter. If your business or group would like to spend a day at the Shelter you can find out more by going to http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/corporate-and-group-days To see our volunteer web page please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/first-gspca-volunteer-induction-evening-2019-monday-7th-january-630pm

Volunteer Induction Evening

We are always looking for volunteers to help at the Shelter in a variety of roles. You need to be at least 13 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. To get started in Volunteering at the GSPCA we hold Induction Evenings and in the Summer Afternoons and no matter your age there is always a way you can help. If you are looking to complete your work experience, Duke of Edinburgh or similar placement it is a requirement to attend one of these sessions to arrange a start date and complete the induction. We are especially looking for volunteers to help with our grounds and conservation work, driving our ambulance on the weekends and to help in our charity shop. The Volunteer Induction Evenings planned for 2019 will take place on the following days and times in the Event and Training Room at the GSPCA, but please do call 257261 closer to the date to confirm it is taking place. Inductions take about 90 minutes to 2 hours depending on numbers. When you arrive to attend please follow the paw prints at the front of reception which will take you to the upper floor where the sessions are held. It is ramped access and any questions please do not hesitate to ask. Monday 7th January 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 4th February 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 5th March 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Wednesday 10th April 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 9th May 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 3rd June 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 9th July 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 18th July 2019 Volunteer Induction Afternoon Starts 4pm until approximately 545pm Monday 12th August 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 10th September 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 7th October 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 12th November 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 12th December 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Here are some of the ways you can volunteer for the GSPCA. Work Experience - To arrange your work placement please attend one of the inductions and times and days can be arranged on the evening or afternoon Duke of Edinburgh - To arrange your placement please attend an induction where a start date and times can be arranged. As we often have large numbers of Bronze placements we often look at placements to carry out regular spots on a Saturday or Sunday between either 8am and 10am or 1030am and 1230pm. We request a two hour volunteer slot due to the work load and training involved. For those needing documents completed please drop them into the Shelter or email details to admin@gspca.org.gg and a supervisor will kindly oblige. Dog Walking - to see the task role please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Dog%20Walking%20Task%20Role%202019.pdf Cat Socialising - to see the task role please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Cat%20Socialising%20Task%20Role%202019_0.pdf Animal Accommodation Cleaner - With over 500 animals in our care there is lots of cleaning to do in the morning and through the day. Please complete a form and return it to the Shelter if you would like to help care for the animals at the Shelter. Wildlife Volunteer - Our recent refurbished wildlife unit always has high numbers of birds and a growing number of hedgehogs that require caring for. We need volunteers to help us with this unit and if you would like to help please complete a form below and return it to the Shelter. The main part of this role is between 8am and 12pm 7 days a week and we are trying to put a rota together to help assist the wildlife staff. Reception and helping answer calls - We are looking to build a team of volunteers to assist the reception staff in their duties to help respond to the inquiries and welfare calls. Administration - We are a very busy Animal Welfare organisation and if you could help in the office please fill in the form below and get in touch. Gardening & Grounds Work - We have a lovely rural site that we always need help to care for. Maintenance & Painting - Many of our buildings have been standing for some time and need TLC. Fostering / Hand Rearing - The main animals we hand rear at the GSPCA are young birds and hoglets. We do on occasions look for foster homes for pet animals and please follow this link to see our Fostering page http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/fostering-scheme Fund Raising - we are always looking for Volunteers to help with our many fund raising events. If you would like to see some of our fund raising events please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg for details Events & Special Days - We have lots of days to help raise awareness and funds for the GSPCA. Welfare & Microchipping Events - We are planning to arrange days to help raise awareness and help animals in Guernsey and need your help to run these days. Van Driving & Night Wardens - We need volunteers to help both in the day and night. For more details and see some of our wardens please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/24-hour-emergency-wardens Special Roles - Volunteer Co-ordinator - We are looking for a Volunteer Co-ordinator. If you have some time on your hands, good people skills and would like to get involved recruiting and training volunteers please get in touch. Newsletter Editor - We are also looking for someone to help with our quarterly newsletter. If you have experience in putting together newsletters and have the time then please let us know. Sponsorship Co-ordinator - We are currently putting together a kennel, cat and animal pen sponsorship scheme. We are looking for a volunteer to help organise, promote and run this scheme to help raise the much needed funds to care for the hundreds of animals at the Shelter. Collection Box Co-ordinator - We have collection boxes throughout Guernsey and we are looking for someone who can help ensure these are collected regularly and to help find new sites. Education Talk Assistant - Every week staff at the Shelter talk to schools and groups about the vital work we carry out. If you are interested in helping with these please email education@gspca.org.gg Tour Guide Volunteers - At the Shelter we would like to develop a small team of volunteers that can give guided tours around the GSPCA and talk about the much needed work we carry out every day. Refreshment / Charity Shop Volunteers - We would like to run coffee mornings at the Shelter whilst selling a selection of bric-a-brac and other donated items a couple of mornings a week. We are currently looking for volunteers to help run this to help raise funds for the Shelter. If your business or group would like to spend a day at the Shelter you can find out more by going to http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/corporate-and-group-days To see our volunteer web page please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers

Volunteer Induction Evening

We are always looking for volunteers to help at the Shelter in a variety of roles. You need to be at least 13 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. To get started in Volunteering at the GSPCA we hold Induction Evenings and in the Summer Afternoons and no matter your age there is always a way you can help. If you are looking to complete your work experience, Duke of Edinburgh or similar placement it is a requirement to attend one of these sessions to arrange a start date and complete the induction. We are especially looking for volunteers to help with our grounds and conservation work, driving our ambulance on the weekends and to help in our charity shop. The Volunteer Induction Evenings planned for 2019 will take place on the following days and times in the Event and Training Room at the GSPCA, but please do call 257261 closer to the date to confirm it is taking place. Inductions take about 90 minutes to 2 hours depending on numbers. When you arrive to attend please follow the paw prints at the front of reception which will take you to the upper floor where the sessions are held. It is ramped access and any questions please do not hesitate to ask. Monday 7th January 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 4th February 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 5th March 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Wednesday 10th April 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 9th May 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 3rd June 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 9th July 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 18th July 2019 Volunteer Induction Afternoon Starts 4pm until approximately 545pm Monday 12th August 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 10th September 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 7th October 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 12th November 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 12th December 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Here are some of the ways you can volunteer for the GSPCA. Work Experience - To arrange your work placement please attend one of the inductions and times and days can be arranged on the evening or afternoon Duke of Edinburgh - To arrange your placement please attend an induction where a start date and times can be arranged. As we often have large numbers of Bronze placements we often look at placements to carry out regular spots on a Saturday or Sunday between either 8am and 10am or 1030am and 1230pm. We request a two hour volunteer slot due to the work load and training involved. For those needing documents completed please drop them into the Shelter or email details to admin@gspca.org.gg and a supervisor will kindly oblige. Dog Walking - to see the task role please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Dog%20Walking%20Task%20Role%202019.pdf Cat Socialising - to see the task role please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Cat%20Socialising%20Task%20Role%202019_0.pdf Animal Accommodation Cleaner - With over 500 animals in our care there is lots of cleaning to do in the morning and through the day. Please complete a form and return it to the Shelter if you would like to help care for the animals at the Shelter. Wildlife Volunteer - Our recent refurbished wildlife unit always has high numbers of birds and a growing number of hedgehogs that require caring for. We need volunteers to help us with this unit and if you would like to help please complete a form below and return it to the Shelter. The main part of this role is between 8am and 12pm 7 days a week and we are trying to put a rota together to help assist the wildlife staff. Reception and helping answer calls - We are looking to build a team of volunteers to assist the reception staff in their duties to help respond to the inquiries and welfare calls. Administration - We are a very busy Animal Welfare organisation and if you could help in the office please fill in the form below and get in touch. Gardening & Grounds Work - We have a lovely rural site that we always need help to care for. Maintenance & Painting - Many of our buildings have been standing for some time and need TLC. Fostering / Hand Rearing - The main animals we hand rear at the GSPCA are young birds and hoglets. We do on occasions look for foster homes for pet animals and please follow this link to see our Fostering page http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/fostering-scheme Fund Raising - we are always looking for Volunteers to help with our many fund raising events. If you would like to see some of our fund raising events please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg for details Events & Special Days - We have lots of days to help raise awareness and funds for the GSPCA. Welfare & Microchipping Events - We are planning to arrange days to help raise awareness and help animals in Guernsey and need your help to run these days. Van Driving & Night Wardens - We need volunteers to help both in the day and night. For more details and see some of our wardens please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/24-hour-emergency-wardens Special Roles - Volunteer Co-ordinator - We are looking for a Volunteer Co-ordinator. If you have some time on your hands, good people skills and would like to get involved recruiting and training volunteers please get in touch. Newsletter Editor - We are also looking for someone to help with our quarterly newsletter. If you have experience in putting together newsletters and have the time then please let us know. Sponsorship Co-ordinator - We are currently putting together a kennel, cat and animal pen sponsorship scheme. We are looking for a volunteer to help organise, promote and run this scheme to help raise the much needed funds to care for the hundreds of animals at the Shelter. Collection Box Co-ordinator - We have collection boxes throughout Guernsey and we are looking for someone who can help ensure these are collected regularly and to help find new sites. Education Talk Assistant - Every week staff at the Shelter talk to schools and groups about the vital work we carry out. If you are interested in helping with these please email education@gspca.org.gg Tour Guide Volunteers - At the Shelter we would like to develop a small team of volunteers that can give guided tours around the GSPCA and talk about the much needed work we carry out every day. Refreshment / Charity Shop Volunteers - We would like to run coffee mornings at the Shelter whilst selling a selection of bric-a-brac and other donated items a couple of mornings a week. We are currently looking for volunteers to help run this to help raise funds for the Shelter. If your business or group would like to spend a day at the Shelter you can find out more by going to http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/corporate-and-group-days To see our volunteer web page please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers

Volunteer Induction Evening

We are always looking for volunteers to help at the Shelter in a variety of roles. You need to be at least 13 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. To get started in Volunteering at the GSPCA we hold Induction Evenings and in the Summer Afternoons and no matter your age there is always a way you can help. If you are looking to complete your work experience, Duke of Edinburgh or similar placement it is a requirement to attend one of these sessions to arrange a start date and complete the induction. We are especially looking for volunteers to help with our grounds and conservation work, driving our ambulance on the weekends and to help in our charity shop. The Volunteer Induction Evenings planned for 2019 will take place on the following days and times in the Event and Training Room at the GSPCA, but please do call 257261 closer to the date to confirm it is taking place. Inductions take about 90 minutes to 2 hours depending on numbers. When you arrive to attend please follow the paw prints at the front of reception which will take you to the upper floor where the sessions are held. It is ramped access and any questions please do not hesitate to ask. Monday 7th January 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 4th February 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 5th March 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Wednesday 10th April 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 9th May 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 3rd June 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 9th July 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 18th July 2019 Volunteer Induction Afternoon Starts 4pm until approximately 545pm Monday 12th August 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 10th September 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 7th October 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 12th November 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 12th December 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Here are some of the ways you can volunteer for the GSPCA. Work Experience - To arrange your work placement please attend one of the inductions and times and days can be arranged on the evening or afternoon Duke of Edinburgh - To arrange your placement please attend an induction where a start date and times can be arranged. As we often have large numbers of Bronze placements we often look at placements to carry out regular spots on a Saturday or Sunday between either 8am and 10am or 1030am and 1230pm. We request a two hour volunteer slot due to the work load and training involved. For those needing documents completed please drop them into the Shelter or email details to admin@gspca.org.gg and a supervisor will kindly oblige. Dog Walking - to see the task role please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Dog%20Walking%20Task%20Role%202019.pdf Cat Socialising - to see the task role please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Cat%20Socialising%20Task%20Role%202019_0.pdf Animal Accommodation Cleaner - With over 500 animals in our care there is lots of cleaning to do in the morning and through the day. Please complete a form and return it to the Shelter if you would like to help care for the animals at the Shelter. Wildlife Volunteer - Our recent refurbished wildlife unit always has high numbers of birds and a growing number of hedgehogs that require caring for. We need volunteers to help us with this unit and if you would like to help please complete a form below and return it to the Shelter. The main part of this role is between 8am and 12pm 7 days a week and we are trying to put a rota together to help assist the wildlife staff. Reception and helping answer calls - We are looking to build a team of volunteers to assist the reception staff in their duties to help respond to the inquiries and welfare calls. Administration - We are a very busy Animal Welfare organisation and if you could help in the office please fill in the form below and get in touch. Gardening & Grounds Work - We have a lovely rural site that we always need help to care for. Maintenance & Painting - Many of our buildings have been standing for some time and need TLC. Fostering / Hand Rearing - The main animals we hand rear at the GSPCA are young birds and hoglets. We do on occasions look for foster homes for pet animals and please follow this link to see our Fostering page http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/fostering-scheme Fund Raising - we are always looking for Volunteers to help with our many fund raising events. If you would like to see some of our fund raising events please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg for details Events & Special Days - We have lots of days to help raise awareness and funds for the GSPCA. Welfare & Microchipping Events - We are planning to arrange days to help raise awareness and help animals in Guernsey and need your help to run these days. Van Driving & Night Wardens - We need volunteers to help both in the day and night. For more details and see some of our wardens please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/24-hour-emergency-wardens Special Roles - Volunteer Co-ordinator - We are looking for a Volunteer Co-ordinator. If you have some time on your hands, good people skills and would like to get involved recruiting and training volunteers please get in touch. Newsletter Editor - We are also looking for someone to help with our quarterly newsletter. If you have experience in putting together newsletters and have the time then please let us know. Sponsorship Co-ordinator - We are currently putting together a kennel, cat and animal pen sponsorship scheme. We are looking for a volunteer to help organise, promote and run this scheme to help raise the much needed funds to care for the hundreds of animals at the Shelter. Collection Box Co-ordinator - We have collection boxes throughout Guernsey and we are looking for someone who can help ensure these are collected regularly and to help find new sites. Education Talk Assistant - Every week staff at the Shelter talk to schools and groups about the vital work we carry out. If you are interested in helping with these please email education@gspca.org.gg Tour Guide Volunteers - At the Shelter we would like to develop a small team of volunteers that can give guided tours around the GSPCA and talk about the much needed work we carry out every day. Refreshment / Charity Shop Volunteers - We would like to run coffee mornings at the Shelter whilst selling a selection of bric-a-brac and other donated items a couple of mornings a week. We are currently looking for volunteers to help run this to help raise funds for the Shelter. If your business or group would like to spend a day at the Shelter you can find out more by going to http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/corporate-and-group-days To see our volunteer web page please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers

Volunteer Induction Evening

We are always looking for volunteers to help at the Shelter in a variety of roles. You need to be at least 13 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. To get started in Volunteering at the GSPCA we hold Induction Evenings and in the Summer Afternoons and no matter your age there is always a way you can help. If you are looking to complete your work experience, Duke of Edinburgh or similar placement it is a requirement to attend one of these sessions to arrange a start date and complete the induction. We are especially looking for volunteers to help with our grounds and conservation work, driving our ambulance on the weekends and to help in our charity shop. The Volunteer Induction Evenings planned for 2019 will take place on the following days and times in the Event and Training Room at the GSPCA, but please do call 257261 closer to the date to confirm it is taking place. Inductions take about 90 minutes to 2 hours depending on numbers. When you arrive to attend please follow the paw prints at the front of reception which will take you to the upper floor where the sessions are held. It is ramped access and any questions please do not hesitate to ask. Monday 7th January 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 4th February 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 5th March 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Wednesday 10th April 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 9th May 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 3rd June 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 9th July 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 18th July 2019 Volunteer Induction Afternoon Starts 4pm until approximately 545pm Monday 12th August 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 10th September 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 7th October 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 12th November 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 12th December 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Here are some of the ways you can volunteer for the GSPCA. Work Experience - To arrange your work placement please attend one of the inductions and times and days can be arranged on the evening or afternoon Duke of Edinburgh - To arrange your placement please attend an induction where a start date and times can be arranged. As we often have large numbers of Bronze placements we often look at placements to carry out regular spots on a Saturday or Sunday between either 8am and 10am or 1030am and 1230pm. We request a two hour volunteer slot due to the work load and training involved. For those needing documents completed please drop them into the Shelter or email details to admin@gspca.org.gg and a supervisor will kindly oblige. Dog Walking - to see the task role please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Dog%20Walking%20Task%20Role%202019.pdf Cat Socialising - to see the task role please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Cat%20Socialising%20Task%20Role%202019_0.pdf Animal Accommodation Cleaner - With over 500 animals in our care there is lots of cleaning to do in the morning and through the day. Please complete a form and return it to the Shelter if you would like to help care for the animals at the Shelter. Wildlife Volunteer - Our recent refurbished wildlife unit always has high numbers of birds and a growing number of hedgehogs that require caring for. We need volunteers to help us with this unit and if you would like to help please complete a form below and return it to the Shelter. The main part of this role is between 8am and 12pm 7 days a week and we are trying to put a rota together to help assist the wildlife staff. Reception and helping answer calls - We are looking to build a team of volunteers to assist the reception staff in their duties to help respond to the inquiries and welfare calls. Administration - We are a very busy Animal Welfare organisation and if you could help in the office please fill in the form below and get in touch. Gardening & Grounds Work - We have a lovely rural site that we always need help to care for. Maintenance & Painting - Many of our buildings have been standing for some time and need TLC. Fostering / Hand Rearing - The main animals we hand rear at the GSPCA are young birds and hoglets. We do on occasions look for foster homes for pet animals and please follow this link to see our Fostering page http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/fostering-scheme Fund Raising - we are always looking for Volunteers to help with our many fund raising events. If you would like to see some of our fund raising events please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg for details Events & Special Days - We have lots of days to help raise awareness and funds for the GSPCA. Welfare & Microchipping Events - We are planning to arrange days to help raise awareness and help animals in Guernsey and need your help to run these days. Van Driving & Night Wardens - We need volunteers to help both in the day and night. For more details and see some of our wardens please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/24-hour-emergency-wardens Special Roles - Volunteer Co-ordinator - We are looking for a Volunteer Co-ordinator. If you have some time on your hands, good people skills and would like to get involved recruiting and training volunteers please get in touch. Newsletter Editor - We are also looking for someone to help with our quarterly newsletter. If you have experience in putting together newsletters and have the time then please let us know. Sponsorship Co-ordinator - We are currently putting together a kennel, cat and animal pen sponsorship scheme. We are looking for a volunteer to help organise, promote and run this scheme to help raise the much needed funds to care for the hundreds of animals at the Shelter. Collection Box Co-ordinator - We have collection boxes throughout Guernsey and we are looking for someone who can help ensure these are collected regularly and to help find new sites. Education Talk Assistant - Every week staff at the Shelter talk to schools and groups about the vital work we carry out. If you are interested in helping with these please email education@gspca.org.gg Tour Guide Volunteers - At the Shelter we would like to develop a small team of volunteers that can give guided tours around the GSPCA and talk about the much needed work we carry out every day. Refreshment / Charity Shop Volunteers - We would like to run coffee mornings at the Shelter whilst selling a selection of bric-a-brac and other donated items a couple of mornings a week. We are currently looking for volunteers to help run this to help raise funds for the Shelter. If your business or group would like to spend a day at the Shelter you can find out more by going to http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/corporate-and-group-days To see our volunteer web page please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers

Volunteer Induction Evening

We are always looking for volunteers to help at the Shelter in a variety of roles. You need to be at least 13 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. To get started in Volunteering at the GSPCA we hold Induction Evenings and in the Summer Afternoons and no matter your age there is always a way you can help. If you are looking to complete your work experience, Duke of Edinburgh or similar placement it is a requirement to attend one of these sessions to arrange a start date and complete the induction. We are especially looking for volunteers to help with our grounds and conservation work, driving our ambulance on the weekends and to help in our charity shop. The Volunteer Induction Evenings planned for 2019 will take place on the following days and times in the Event and Training Room at the GSPCA, but please do call 257261 closer to the date to confirm it is taking place. Inductions take about 90 minutes to 2 hours depending on numbers. When you arrive to attend please follow the paw prints at the front of reception which will take you to the upper floor where the sessions are held. It is ramped access and any questions please do not hesitate to ask. Monday 7th January 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 4th February 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 5th March 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Wednesday 10th April 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 9th May 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 3rd June 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 9th July 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 18th July 2019 Volunteer Induction Afternoon Starts 4pm until approximately 545pm Monday 12th August 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 10th September 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 7th October 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 12th November 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 12th December 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Here are some of the ways you can volunteer for the GSPCA. Work Experience - To arrange your work placement please attend one of the inductions and times and days can be arranged on the evening or afternoon Duke of Edinburgh - To arrange your placement please attend an induction where a start date and times can be arranged. As we often have large numbers of Bronze placements we often look at placements to carry out regular spots on a Saturday or Sunday between either 8am and 10am or 1030am and 1230pm. We request a two hour volunteer slot due to the work load and training involved. For those needing documents completed please drop them into the Shelter or email details to admin@gspca.org.gg and a supervisor will kindly oblige. Dog Walking - to see the task role please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Dog%20Walking%20Task%20Role%202019.pdf Cat Socialising - to see the task role please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Cat%20Socialising%20Task%20Role%202019_0.pdf Animal Accommodation Cleaner - With over 500 animals in our care there is lots of cleaning to do in the morning and through the day. Please complete a form and return it to the Shelter if you would like to help care for the animals at the Shelter. Wildlife Volunteer - Our recent refurbished wildlife unit always has high numbers of birds and a growing number of hedgehogs that require caring for. We need volunteers to help us with this unit and if you would like to help please complete a form below and return it to the Shelter. The main part of this role is between 8am and 12pm 7 days a week and we are trying to put a rota together to help assist the wildlife staff. Reception and helping answer calls - We are looking to build a team of volunteers to assist the reception staff in their duties to help respond to the inquiries and welfare calls. Administration - We are a very busy Animal Welfare organisation and if you could help in the office please fill in the form below and get in touch. Gardening & Grounds Work - We have a lovely rural site that we always need help to care for. Maintenance & Painting - Many of our buildings have been standing for some time and need TLC. Fostering / Hand Rearing - The main animals we hand rear at the GSPCA are young birds and hoglets. We do on occasions look for foster homes for pet animals and please follow this link to see our Fostering page http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/fostering-scheme Fund Raising - we are always looking for Volunteers to help with our many fund raising events. If you would like to see some of our fund raising events please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg for details Events & Special Days - We have lots of days to help raise awareness and funds for the GSPCA. Welfare & Microchipping Events - We are planning to arrange days to help raise awareness and help animals in Guernsey and need your help to run these days. Van Driving & Night Wardens - We need volunteers to help both in the day and night. For more details and see some of our wardens please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/24-hour-emergency-wardens Special Roles - Volunteer Co-ordinator - We are looking for a Volunteer Co-ordinator. If you have some time on your hands, good people skills and would like to get involved recruiting and training volunteers please get in touch. Newsletter Editor - We are also looking for someone to help with our quarterly newsletter. If you have experience in putting together newsletters and have the time then please let us know. Sponsorship Co-ordinator - We are currently putting together a kennel, cat and animal pen sponsorship scheme. We are looking for a volunteer to help organise, promote and run this scheme to help raise the much needed funds to care for the hundreds of animals at the Shelter. Collection Box Co-ordinator - We have collection boxes throughout Guernsey and we are looking for someone who can help ensure these are collected regularly and to help find new sites. Education Talk Assistant - Every week staff at the Shelter talk to schools and groups about the vital work we carry out. If you are interested in helping with these please email education@gspca.org.gg Tour Guide Volunteers - At the Shelter we would like to develop a small team of volunteers that can give guided tours around the GSPCA and talk about the much needed work we carry out every day. Refreshment / Charity Shop Volunteers - We would like to run coffee mornings at the Shelter whilst selling a selection of bric-a-brac and other donated items a couple of mornings a week. We are currently looking for volunteers to help run this to help raise funds for the Shelter. If your business or group would like to spend a day at the Shelter you can find out more by going to http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/corporate-and-group-days To see our volunteer web page please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers

Volunteer Induction Afternoon

We are always looking for volunteers to help at the Shelter in a variety of roles. You need to be at least 13 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. To get started in Volunteering at the GSPCA we hold Induction Evenings and in the Summer Afternoons and no matter your age there is always a way you can help. If you are looking to complete your work experience, Duke of Edinburgh or similar placement it is a requirement to attend one of these sessions to arrange a start date and complete the induction. We are especially looking for volunteers to help with our grounds and conservation work, driving our ambulance on the weekends and to help in our charity shop. The Volunteer Induction Evenings planned for 2019 will take place on the following days and times in the Event and Training Room at the GSPCA, but please do call 257261 closer to the date to confirm it is taking place. Inductions take about 90 minutes to 2 hours depending on numbers. When you arrive to attend please follow the paw prints at the front of reception which will take you to the upper floor where the sessions are held. It is ramped access and any questions please do not hesitate to ask. Monday 7th January 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 4th February 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 5th March 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Wednesday 10th April 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 9th May 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 3rd June 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 9th July 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 18th July 2019 Volunteer Induction Afternoon Starts 4pm until approximately 545pm Monday 12th August 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 10th September 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 7th October 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 12th November 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 12th December 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Here are some of the ways you can volunteer for the GSPCA. Work Experience - To arrange your work placement please attend one of the inductions and times and days can be arranged on the evening or afternoon Duke of Edinburgh - To arrange your placement please attend an induction where a start date and times can be arranged. As we often have large numbers of Bronze placements we often look at placements to carry out regular spots on a Saturday or Sunday between either 8am and 10am or 1030am and 1230pm. We request a two hour volunteer slot due to the work load and training involved. For those needing documents completed please drop them into the Shelter or email details to admin@gspca.org.gg and a supervisor will kindly oblige. Dog Walking - to see the task role please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Dog%20Walking%20Task%20Role%202019.pdf Cat Socialising - to see the task role please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Cat%20Socialising%20Task%20Role%202019_0.pdf Animal Accommodation Cleaner - With over 500 animals in our care there is lots of cleaning to do in the morning and through the day. Please complete a form and return it to the Shelter if you would like to help care for the animals at the Shelter. Wildlife Volunteer - Our recent refurbished wildlife unit always has high numbers of birds and a growing number of hedgehogs that require caring for. We need volunteers to help us with this unit and if you would like to help please complete a form below and return it to the Shelter. The main part of this role is between 8am and 12pm 7 days a week and we are trying to put a rota together to help assist the wildlife staff. Reception and helping answer calls - We are looking to build a team of volunteers to assist the reception staff in their duties to help respond to the inquiries and welfare calls. Administration - We are a very busy Animal Welfare organisation and if you could help in the office please fill in the form below and get in touch. Gardening & Grounds Work - We have a lovely rural site that we always need help to care for. Maintenance & Painting - Many of our buildings have been standing for some time and need TLC. Fostering / Hand Rearing - The main animals we hand rear at the GSPCA are young birds and hoglets. We do on occasions look for foster homes for pet animals and please follow this link to see our Fostering page http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/fostering-scheme Fund Raising - we are always looking for Volunteers to help with our many fund raising events. If you would like to see some of our fund raising events please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg for details Events & Special Days - We have lots of days to help raise awareness and funds for the GSPCA. Welfare & Microchipping Events - We are planning to arrange days to help raise awareness and help animals in Guernsey and need your help to run these days. Van Driving & Night Wardens - We need volunteers to help both in the day and night. For more details and see some of our wardens please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/24-hour-emergency-wardens Special Roles - Volunteer Co-ordinator - We are looking for a Volunteer Co-ordinator. If you have some time on your hands, good people skills and would like to get involved recruiting and training volunteers please get in touch. Newsletter Editor - We are also looking for someone to help with our quarterly newsletter. If you have experience in putting together newsletters and have the time then please let us know. Sponsorship Co-ordinator - We are currently putting together a kennel, cat and animal pen sponsorship scheme. We are looking for a volunteer to help organise, promote and run this scheme to help raise the much needed funds to care for the hundreds of animals at the Shelter. Collection Box Co-ordinator - We have collection boxes throughout Guernsey and we are looking for someone who can help ensure these are collected regularly and to help find new sites. Education Talk Assistant - Every week staff at the Shelter talk to schools and groups about the vital work we carry out. If you are interested in helping with these please email education@gspca.org.gg Tour Guide Volunteers - At the Shelter we would like to develop a small team of volunteers that can give guided tours around the GSPCA and talk about the much needed work we carry out every day. Refreshment / Charity Shop Volunteers - We would like to run coffee mornings at the Shelter whilst selling a selection of bric-a-brac and other donated items a couple of mornings a week. We are currently looking for volunteers to help run this to help raise funds for the Shelter. If your business or group would like to spend a day at the Shelter you can find out more by going to http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/corporate-and-group-days To see our volunteer web page please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers

Volunteer Induction

We are always looking for volunteers to help at the Shelter in a variety of roles. You need to be at least 13 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. To get started in Volunteering at the GSPCA we hold Induction Evenings and in the Summer Afternoons and no matter your age there is always a way you can help. If you are looking to complete your work experience, Duke of Edinburgh or similar placement it is a requirement to attend one of these sessions to arrange a start date and complete the induction. We are especially looking for volunteers to help with our grounds and conservation work, driving our ambulance on the weekends and to help in our charity shop. The Volunteer Induction Evenings planned for 2019 will take place on the following days and times in the Event and Training Room at the GSPCA, but please do call 257261 closer to the date to confirm it is taking place. Inductions take about 90 minutes to 2 hours depending on numbers. When you arrive to attend please follow the paw prints at the front of reception which will take you to the upper floor where the sessions are held. It is ramped access and any questions please do not hesitate to ask. Monday 7th January 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 4th February 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 5th March 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Wednesday 10th April 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 9th May 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 3rd June 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 9th July 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 18th July 2019 Volunteer Induction Afternoon Starts 4pm until approximately 545pm Monday 12th August 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 10th September 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 7th October 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 12th November 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 12th December 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Here are some of the ways you can volunteer for the GSPCA. Work Experience - To arrange your work placement please attend one of the inductions and times and days can be arranged on the evening or afternoon Duke of Edinburgh - To arrange your placement please attend an induction where a start date and times can be arranged. As we often have large numbers of Bronze placements we often look at placements to carry out regular spots on a Saturday or Sunday between either 8am and 10am or 1030am and 1230pm. We request a two hour volunteer slot due to the work load and training involved. For those needing documents completed please drop them into the Shelter or email details to admin@gspca.org.gg and a supervisor will kindly oblige. Dog Walking - to see the task role please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Dog%20Walking%20Task%20Role%202019.pdf Cat Socialising - to see the task role please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Cat%20Socialising%20Task%20Role%202019_0.pdf Animal Accommodation Cleaner - With over 500 animals in our care there is lots of cleaning to do in the morning and through the day. Please complete a form and return it to the Shelter if you would like to help care for the animals at the Shelter. Wildlife Volunteer - Our recent refurbished wildlife unit always has high numbers of birds and a growing number of hedgehogs that require caring for. We need volunteers to help us with this unit and if you would like to help please complete a form below and return it to the Shelter. The main part of this role is between 8am and 12pm 7 days a week and we are trying to put a rota together to help assist the wildlife staff. Reception and helping answer calls - We are looking to build a team of volunteers to assist the reception staff in their duties to help respond to the inquiries and welfare calls. Administration - We are a very busy Animal Welfare organisation and if you could help in the office please fill in the form below and get in touch. Gardening & Grounds Work - We have a lovely rural site that we always need help to care for. Maintenance & Painting - Many of our buildings have been standing for some time and need TLC. Fostering / Hand Rearing - The main animals we hand rear at the GSPCA are young birds and hoglets. We do on occasions look for foster homes for pet animals and please follow this link to see our Fostering page http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/fostering-scheme Fund Raising - we are always looking for Volunteers to help with our many fund raising events. If you would like to see some of our fund raising events please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg for details Events & Special Days - We have lots of days to help raise awareness and funds for the GSPCA. Welfare & Microchipping Events - We are planning to arrange days to help raise awareness and help animals in Guernsey and need your help to run these days. Van Driving & Night Wardens - We need volunteers to help both in the day and night. For more details and see some of our wardens please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/24-hour-emergency-wardens Special Roles - Volunteer Co-ordinator - We are looking for a Volunteer Co-ordinator. If you have some time on your hands, good people skills and would like to get involved recruiting and training volunteers please get in touch. Newsletter Editor - We are also looking for someone to help with our quarterly newsletter. If you have experience in putting together newsletters and have the time then please let us know. Sponsorship Co-ordinator - We are currently putting together a kennel, cat and animal pen sponsorship scheme. We are looking for a volunteer to help organise, promote and run this scheme to help raise the much needed funds to care for the hundreds of animals at the Shelter. Collection Box Co-ordinator - We have collection boxes throughout Guernsey and we are looking for someone who can help ensure these are collected regularly and to help find new sites. Education Talk Assistant - Every week staff at the Shelter talk to schools and groups about the vital work we carry out. If you are interested in helping with these please email education@gspca.org.gg Tour Guide Volunteers - At the Shelter we would like to develop a small team of volunteers that can give guided tours around the GSPCA and talk about the much needed work we carry out every day. Refreshment / Charity Shop Volunteers - We would like to run coffee mornings at the Shelter whilst selling a selection of bric-a-brac and other donated items a couple of mornings a week. We are currently looking for volunteers to help run this to help raise funds for the Shelter. If your business or group would like to spend a day at the Shelter you can find out more by going to http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/corporate-and-group-days To see our volunteer web page please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers

Volunteer Induction Evening

We are always looking for volunteers to help at the Shelter in a variety of roles. You need to be at least 13 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. To get started in Volunteering at the GSPCA we hold Induction Evenings and in the Summer Afternoons and no matter your age there is always a way you can help. If you are looking to complete your work experience, Duke of Edinburgh or similar placement it is a requirement to attend one of these sessions to arrange a start date and complete the induction. We are especially looking for volunteers to help with our grounds and conservation work, driving our ambulance on the weekends and to help in our charity shop. The Volunteer Induction Evenings planned for 2019 will take place on the following days and times in the Event and Training Room at the GSPCA, but please do call 257261 closer to the date to confirm it is taking place. Inductions take about 90 minutes to 2 hours depending on numbers. When you arrive to attend please follow the paw prints at the front of reception which will take you to the upper floor where the sessions are held. It is ramped access and any questions please do not hesitate to ask. Monday 7th January 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 4th February 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 5th March 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Wednesday 10th April 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 9th May 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 3rd June 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 9th July 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 18th July 2019 Volunteer Induction Afternoon Starts 4pm until approximately 545pm Monday 12th August 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 10th September 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 7th October 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 12th November 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 12th December 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Here are some of the ways you can volunteer for the GSPCA. Work Experience - To arrange your work placement please attend one of the inductions and times and days can be arranged on the evening or afternoon Duke of Edinburgh - To arrange your placement please attend an induction where a start date and times can be arranged. As we often have large numbers of Bronze placements we often look at placements to carry out regular spots on a Saturday or Sunday between either 8am and 10am or 1030am and 1230pm. We request a two hour volunteer slot due to the work load and training involved. For those needing documents completed please drop them into the Shelter or email details to admin@gspca.org.gg and a supervisor will kindly oblige. Dog Walking - to see the task role please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Dog%20Walking%20Task%20Role%202019.pdf Cat Socialising - to see the task role please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Cat%20Socialising%20Task%20Role%202019_0.pdf Animal Accommodation Cleaner - With over 500 animals in our care there is lots of cleaning to do in the morning and through the day. Please complete a form and return it to the Shelter if you would like to help care for the animals at the Shelter. Wildlife Volunteer - Our recent refurbished wildlife unit always has high numbers of birds and a growing number of hedgehogs that require caring for. We need volunteers to help us with this unit and if you would like to help please complete a form below and return it to the Shelter. The main part of this role is between 8am and 12pm 7 days a week and we are trying to put a rota together to help assist the wildlife staff. Reception and helping answer calls - We are looking to build a team of volunteers to assist the reception staff in their duties to help respond to the inquiries and welfare calls. Administration - We are a very busy Animal Welfare organisation and if you could help in the office please fill in the form below and get in touch. Gardening & Grounds Work - We have a lovely rural site that we always need help to care for. Maintenance & Painting - Many of our buildings have been standing for some time and need TLC. Fostering / Hand Rearing - The main animals we hand rear at the GSPCA are young birds and hoglets. We do on occasions look for foster homes for pet animals and please follow this link to see our Fostering page http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/fostering-scheme Fund Raising - we are always looking for Volunteers to help with our many fund raising events. If you would like to see some of our fund raising events please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg for details Events & Special Days - We have lots of days to help raise awareness and funds for the GSPCA. Welfare & Microchipping Events - We are planning to arrange days to help raise awareness and help animals in Guernsey and need your help to run these days. Van Driving & Night Wardens - We need volunteers to help both in the day and night. For more details and see some of our wardens please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/24-hour-emergency-wardens Special Roles - Volunteer Co-ordinator - We are looking for a Volunteer Co-ordinator. If you have some time on your hands, good people skills and would like to get involved recruiting and training volunteers please get in touch. Newsletter Editor - We are also looking for someone to help with our quarterly newsletter. If you have experience in putting together newsletters and have the time then please let us know. Sponsorship Co-ordinator - We are currently putting together a kennel, cat and animal pen sponsorship scheme. We are looking for a volunteer to help organise, promote and run this scheme to help raise the much needed funds to care for the hundreds of animals at the Shelter. Collection Box Co-ordinator - We have collection boxes throughout Guernsey and we are looking for someone who can help ensure these are collected regularly and to help find new sites. Education Talk Assistant - Every week staff at the Shelter talk to schools and groups about the vital work we carry out. If you are interested in helping with these please email education@gspca.org.gg Tour Guide Volunteers - At the Shelter we would like to develop a small team of volunteers that can give guided tours around the GSPCA and talk about the much needed work we carry out every day. Refreshment / Charity Shop Volunteers - We would like to run coffee mornings at the Shelter whilst selling a selection of bric-a-brac and other donated items a couple of mornings a week. We are currently looking for volunteers to help run this to help raise funds for the Shelter. If your business or group would like to spend a day at the Shelter you can find out more by going to http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/corporate-and-group-days To see our volunteer web page please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers

Volunteer Induction Evening

We are always looking for volunteers to help at the Shelter in a variety of roles. You need to be at least 13 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. To get started in Volunteering at the GSPCA we hold Induction Evenings and in the Summer Afternoons and no matter your age there is always a way you can help. If you are looking to complete your work experience, Duke of Edinburgh or similar placement it is a requirement to attend one of these sessions to arrange a start date and complete the induction. We are especially looking for volunteers to help with our grounds and conservation work, driving our ambulance on the weekends and to help in our charity shop. The Volunteer Induction Evenings planned for 2019 will take place on the following days and times in the Event and Training Room at the GSPCA, but please do call 257261 closer to the date to confirm it is taking place. Inductions take about 90 minutes to 2 hours depending on numbers. When you arrive to attend please follow the paw prints at the front of reception which will take you to the upper floor where the sessions are held. It is ramped access and any questions please do not hesitate to ask. Monday 7th January 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 4th February 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 5th March 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Wednesday 10th April 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 9th May 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 3rd June 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 9th July 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 18th July 2019 Volunteer Induction Afternoon Starts 4pm until approximately 545pm Monday 12th August 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 10th September 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 7th October 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 12th November 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 12th December 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Here are some of the ways you can volunteer for the GSPCA. Work Experience - To arrange your work placement please attend one of the inductions and times and days can be arranged on the evening or afternoon Duke of Edinburgh - To arrange your placement please attend an induction where a start date and times can be arranged. As we often have large numbers of Bronze placements we often look at placements to carry out regular spots on a Saturday or Sunday between either 8am and 10am or 1030am and 1230pm. We request a two hour volunteer slot due to the work load and training involved. For those needing documents completed please drop them into the Shelter or email details to admin@gspca.org.gg and a supervisor will kindly oblige. Dog Walking - to see the task role please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Dog%20Walking%20Task%20Role%202019.pdf Cat Socialising - to see the task role please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Cat%20Socialising%20Task%20Role%202019_0.pdf Animal Accommodation Cleaner - With over 500 animals in our care there is lots of cleaning to do in the morning and through the day. Please complete a form and return it to the Shelter if you would like to help care for the animals at the Shelter. Wildlife Volunteer - Our recent refurbished wildlife unit always has high numbers of birds and a growing number of hedgehogs that require caring for. We need volunteers to help us with this unit and if you would like to help please complete a form below and return it to the Shelter. The main part of this role is between 8am and 12pm 7 days a week and we are trying to put a rota together to help assist the wildlife staff. Reception and helping answer calls - We are looking to build a team of volunteers to assist the reception staff in their duties to help respond to the inquiries and welfare calls. Administration - We are a very busy Animal Welfare organisation and if you could help in the office please fill in the form below and get in touch. Gardening & Grounds Work - We have a lovely rural site that we always need help to care for. Maintenance & Painting - Many of our buildings have been standing for some time and need TLC. Fostering / Hand Rearing - The main animals we hand rear at the GSPCA are young birds and hoglets. We do on occasions look for foster homes for pet animals and please follow this link to see our Fostering page http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/fostering-scheme Fund Raising - we are always looking for Volunteers to help with our many fund raising events. If you would like to see some of our fund raising events please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg for details Events & Special Days - We have lots of days to help raise awareness and funds for the GSPCA. Welfare & Microchipping Events - We are planning to arrange days to help raise awareness and help animals in Guernsey and need your help to run these days. Van Driving & Night Wardens - We need volunteers to help both in the day and night. For more details and see some of our wardens please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/24-hour-emergency-wardens Special Roles - Volunteer Co-ordinator - We are looking for a Volunteer Co-ordinator. If you have some time on your hands, good people skills and would like to get involved recruiting and training volunteers please get in touch. Newsletter Editor - We are also looking for someone to help with our quarterly newsletter. If you have experience in putting together newsletters and have the time then please let us know. Sponsorship Co-ordinator - We are currently putting together a kennel, cat and animal pen sponsorship scheme. We are looking for a volunteer to help organise, promote and run this scheme to help raise the much needed funds to care for the hundreds of animals at the Shelter. Collection Box Co-ordinator - We have collection boxes throughout Guernsey and we are looking for someone who can help ensure these are collected regularly and to help find new sites. Education Talk Assistant - Every week staff at the Shelter talk to schools and groups about the vital work we carry out. If you are interested in helping with these please email education@gspca.org.gg Tour Guide Volunteers - At the Shelter we would like to develop a small team of volunteers that can give guided tours around the GSPCA and talk about the much needed work we carry out every day. Refreshment / Charity Shop Volunteers - We would like to run coffee mornings at the Shelter whilst selling a selection of bric-a-brac and other donated items a couple of mornings a week. We are currently looking for volunteers to help run this to help raise funds for the Shelter. If your business or group would like to spend a day at the Shelter you can find out more by going to http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/corporate-and-group-days To see our volunteer web page please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers

Volunteer Induction Evening

We are always looking for volunteers to help at the Shelter in a variety of roles. You need to be at least 13 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. To get started in Volunteering at the GSPCA we hold Induction Evenings and in the Summer Afternoons and no matter your age there is always a way you can help. If you are looking to complete your work experience, Duke of Edinburgh or similar placement it is a requirement to attend one of these sessions to arrange a start date and complete the induction. We are especially looking for volunteers to help with our grounds and conservation work, driving our ambulance on the weekends and to help in our charity shop. The Volunteer Induction Evenings planned for 2019 will take place on the following days and times in the Event and Training Room at the GSPCA, but please do call 257261 closer to the date to confirm it is taking place. Inductions take about 90 minutes to 2 hours depending on numbers. When you arrive to attend please follow the paw prints at the front of reception which will take you to the upper floor where the sessions are held. It is ramped access and any questions please do not hesitate to ask. Monday 7th January 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 4th February 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 5th March 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Wednesday 10th April 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 9th May 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 3rd June 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 9th July 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 18th July 2019 Volunteer Induction Afternoon Starts 4pm until approximately 545pm Monday 12th August 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 10th September 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 7th October 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 12th November 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 12th December 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Here are some of the ways you can volunteer for the GSPCA. Work Experience - To arrange your work placement please attend one of the inductions and times and days can be arranged on the evening or afternoon Duke of Edinburgh - To arrange your placement please attend an induction where a start date and times can be arranged. As we often have large numbers of Bronze placements we often look at placements to carry out regular spots on a Saturday or Sunday between either 8am and 10am or 1030am and 1230pm. We request a two hour volunteer slot due to the work load and training involved. For those needing documents completed please drop them into the Shelter or email details to admin@gspca.org.gg and a supervisor will kindly oblige. Dog Walking - to see the task role please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Dog%20Walking%20Task%20Role%202019.pdf Cat Socialising - to see the task role please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Cat%20Socialising%20Task%20Role%202019_0.pdf Animal Accommodation Cleaner - With over 500 animals in our care there is lots of cleaning to do in the morning and through the day. Please complete a form and return it to the Shelter if you would like to help care for the animals at the Shelter. Wildlife Volunteer - Our recent refurbished wildlife unit always has high numbers of birds and a growing number of hedgehogs that require caring for. We need volunteers to help us with this unit and if you would like to help please complete a form below and return it to the Shelter. The main part of this role is between 8am and 12pm 7 days a week and we are trying to put a rota together to help assist the wildlife staff. Reception and helping answer calls - We are looking to build a team of volunteers to assist the reception staff in their duties to help respond to the inquiries and welfare calls. Administration - We are a very busy Animal Welfare organisation and if you could help in the office please fill in the form below and get in touch. Gardening & Grounds Work - We have a lovely rural site that we always need help to care for. Maintenance & Painting - Many of our buildings have been standing for some time and need TLC. Fostering / Hand Rearing - The main animals we hand rear at the GSPCA are young birds and hoglets. We do on occasions look for foster homes for pet animals and please follow this link to see our Fostering page http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/fostering-scheme Fund Raising - we are always looking for Volunteers to help with our many fund raising events. If you would like to see some of our fund raising events please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg for details Events & Special Days - We have lots of days to help raise awareness and funds for the GSPCA. Welfare & Microchipping Events - We are planning to arrange days to help raise awareness and help animals in Guernsey and need your help to run these days. Van Driving & Night Wardens - We need volunteers to help both in the day and night. For more details and see some of our wardens please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/24-hour-emergency-wardens Special Roles - Volunteer Co-ordinator - We are looking for a Volunteer Co-ordinator. If you have some time on your hands, good people skills and would like to get involved recruiting and training volunteers please get in touch. Newsletter Editor - We are also looking for someone to help with our quarterly newsletter. If you have experience in putting together newsletters and have the time then please let us know. Sponsorship Co-ordinator - We are currently putting together a kennel, cat and animal pen sponsorship scheme. We are looking for a volunteer to help organise, promote and run this scheme to help raise the much needed funds to care for the hundreds of animals at the Shelter. Collection Box Co-ordinator - We have collection boxes throughout Guernsey and we are looking for someone who can help ensure these are collected regularly and to help find new sites. Education Talk Assistant - Every week staff at the Shelter talk to schools and groups about the vital work we carry out. If you are interested in helping with these please email education@gspca.org.gg Tour Guide Volunteers - At the Shelter we would like to develop a small team of volunteers that can give guided tours around the GSPCA and talk about the much needed work we carry out every day. Refreshment / Charity Shop Volunteers - We would like to run coffee mornings at the Shelter whilst selling a selection of bric-a-brac and other donated items a couple of mornings a week. We are currently looking for volunteers to help run this to help raise funds for the Shelter. If your business or group would like to spend a day at the Shelter you can find out more by going to http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/corporate-and-group-days To see our volunteer web page please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers

Volunteer Induction Evening

We are always looking for volunteers to help at the Shelter in a variety of roles. You need to be at least 13 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. To get started in Volunteering at the GSPCA we hold Induction Evenings and in the Summer Afternoons and no matter your age there is always a way you can help. If you are looking to complete your work experience, Duke of Edinburgh or similar placement it is a requirement to attend one of these sessions to arrange a start date and complete the induction. We are especially looking for volunteers to help with our grounds and conservation work, driving our ambulance on the weekends and to help in our charity shop. The Volunteer Induction Evenings planned for 2019 will take place on the following days and times in the Event and Training Room at the GSPCA, but please do call 257261 closer to the date to confirm it is taking place. Inductions take about 90 minutes to 2 hours depending on numbers. When you arrive to attend please follow the paw prints at the front of reception which will take you to the upper floor where the sessions are held. It is ramped access and any questions please do not hesitate to ask. Monday 7th January 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 4th February 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 5th March 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Wednesday 10th April 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 9th May 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 3rd June 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 9th July 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 18th July 2019 Volunteer Induction Afternoon Starts 4pm until approximately 545pm Monday 12th August 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 10th September 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 7th October 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 12th November 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 12th December 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Here are some of the ways you can volunteer for the GSPCA. Work Experience - To arrange your work placement please attend one of the inductions and times and days can be arranged on the evening or afternoon Duke of Edinburgh - To arrange your placement please attend an induction where a start date and times can be arranged. As we often have large numbers of Bronze placements we often look at placements to carry out regular spots on a Saturday or Sunday between either 8am and 10am or 1030am and 1230pm. We request a two hour volunteer slot due to the work load and training involved. For those needing documents completed please drop them into the Shelter or email details to admin@gspca.org.gg and a supervisor will kindly oblige. Dog Walking - to see the task role please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Dog%20Walking%20Task%20Role%202019.pdf Cat Socialising - to see the task role please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Cat%20Socialising%20Task%20Role%202019_0.pdf Animal Accommodation Cleaner - With over 500 animals in our care there is lots of cleaning to do in the morning and through the day. Please complete a form and return it to the Shelter if you would like to help care for the animals at the Shelter. Wildlife Volunteer - Our recent refurbished wildlife unit always has high numbers of birds and a growing number of hedgehogs that require caring for. We need volunteers to help us with this unit and if you would like to help please complete a form below and return it to the Shelter. The main part of this role is between 8am and 12pm 7 days a week and we are trying to put a rota together to help assist the wildlife staff. Reception and helping answer calls - We are looking to build a team of volunteers to assist the reception staff in their duties to help respond to the inquiries and welfare calls. Administration - We are a very busy Animal Welfare organisation and if you could help in the office please fill in the form below and get in touch. Gardening & Grounds Work - We have a lovely rural site that we always need help to care for. Maintenance & Painting - Many of our buildings have been standing for some time and need TLC. Fostering / Hand Rearing - The main animals we hand rear at the GSPCA are young birds and hoglets. We do on occasions look for foster homes for pet animals and please follow this link to see our Fostering page http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/fostering-scheme Fund Raising - we are always looking for Volunteers to help with our many fund raising events. If you would like to see some of our fund raising events please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg for details Events & Special Days - We have lots of days to help raise awareness and funds for the GSPCA. Welfare & Microchipping Events - We are planning to arrange days to help raise awareness and help animals in Guernsey and need your help to run these days. Van Driving & Night Wardens - We need volunteers to help both in the day and night. For more details and see some of our wardens please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/24-hour-emergency-wardens Special Roles - Volunteer Co-ordinator - We are looking for a Volunteer Co-ordinator. If you have some time on your hands, good people skills and would like to get involved recruiting and training volunteers please get in touch. Newsletter Editor - We are also looking for someone to help with our quarterly newsletter. If you have experience in putting together newsletters and have the time then please let us know. Sponsorship Co-ordinator - We are currently putting together a kennel, cat and animal pen sponsorship scheme. We are looking for a volunteer to help organise, promote and run this scheme to help raise the much needed funds to care for the hundreds of animals at the Shelter. Collection Box Co-ordinator - We have collection boxes throughout Guernsey and we are looking for someone who can help ensure these are collected regularly and to help find new sites. Education Talk Assistant - Every week staff at the Shelter talk to schools and groups about the vital work we carry out. If you are interested in helping with these please email education@gspca.org.gg Tour Guide Volunteers - At the Shelter we would like to develop a small team of volunteers that can give guided tours around the GSPCA and talk about the much needed work we carry out every day. Refreshment / Charity Shop Volunteers - We would like to run coffee mornings at the Shelter whilst selling a selection of bric-a-brac and other donated items a couple of mornings a week. We are currently looking for volunteers to help run this to help raise funds for the Shelter. If your business or group would like to spend a day at the Shelter you can find out more by going to http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/corporate-and-group-days To see our volunteer web page please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers

Official Opening of the GSPCA Memorial Garden and Chapel of Rest Friday 15th February 230pm

This Friday after many months of work, countless volunteers, supporters and businesses, amazing donations and support the GSPCA will officially open the new Chapel of Rest and revamped Memorial Garden. Every year the GSPCA helps over 1000 pet owners through the loss and death of their beloved pets and thanks to so many there is now a lovely area to help pet owners through this difficult time at the GSPCA. The new Chapel of Rest is an area where those that want to spend the last moments with their pet can do so and is a private area with an altar so that grieving owners can have some private moments at what is always a difficult time. The Memorial Garden is a wonderful area which so many have helped create. From the Work to Benefit team to the amazing Ann Wragg there have been a wide range of groups and helpers that have helped with the grounds work and incredible donations. One of the biggest supports has been Le Friquest Garden Centre who have helped with thousands of pounds worth of plants and other items to help develop what we have today. Staff from Le Friquet Garden Centre will be officially opening the Chapel of Rest and Memorial Garden which takes place on the last day of #GSPCAPurpleWeek celebrating 146 years since the GSPCA was founded. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We are incredibly excited to be opening our Chapel of Rest and Memorial Garden this Friday at 2.30pm.” “The number of people, businesses and groups that have helped us create what we now have for bereaved pet owners is incredible and words really do not justify the thanks we wish to convey to all that have helped in anyway.” “We help over 1000 pet owners every year in Guernsey through the death of their pets as we provide a cremation service as well as helping over 200 road traffic accident animals every year and the team at the GSPCA strive to ensure we do our very best for each family through what is always a difficult time.” “Hopefully these areas will help those that come to us have a quiet space at the GSPCA and the Chapel is a lovely area where those wanting to spend the last moments with their beloved pet can do so and they are welcome to share that area with their family and friends before their pets are cremated or they take them home to be buried, as if having a ceremony if they wish to do so.” “We all know at the GSPCA how hard it is when a much loved pet is no longer with us and we really hope these areas will help those during these difficult times.” “Staff from Le Friquet Garden Centre will officially open the Chapel of Rest and Memorial Garden at 2.30pm on Friday and all are welcome which is a lovely way to celebrate the last day of #GSPCAPurpleWeek .” “We will have some refreshments for those attending and will share a number of words of thanks.” “There are areas at the GSPCA that you can view animals for a minimum donation of £2 but this area will not require a visitor ticket as we want to support bereaved pet owners during that difficult time.” “We are looking at heart shaped plaques for pet owners to remember their pets in the Memorial Garden and will have further details very soon.” To visit the Guernsey Bereavement Service website please go to http://www.guernseybereavementservice.com/ To see the GSPCA page on helping bereaved pet owners please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/pet-bereavement-advice-page . To get involved with GSPCA Purple Week http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-purple-week and help us help those in need taking place between the 8th and 15th February. You can donate via our giving.gg page or create your own sponsored event or challenge - https://giving.gg/donate/charity/2/Guernsey-Society-for-the-Prevention-of-Cruelty-to-Animals-(GSPCA) http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/official-opening-gspca-memorial-garden-and-chapel-rest-friday-15th-february-230pm

Half term guided tours at the GSPCA book your place by calling 01481 257261

During the school breaks we run a series of guided tours at the GSPCA and we have now planned up to 2020 with some special tours for the children. You can also book a tour for a special event or birthday. This coming Half Term is your opportunity to visit behind the scenes at our Animal Shelter in St Andrews and see the work being carried out. We ask for a minimum donation of £7 per person and £5 per child, or £20 for a family of four or £18 with an Islands Mum card. The tours take around 80 minutes and you get to see in many of the departments, interact with some of the friendly residents and a variety of species. The special tours can take a little longer. Tours are a maximum of 20 people per tour, so please book early. The special tours are also a maximum of 20. Some of the animals you will have the chance to see will be cats, rabbits, birds, hedgehogs, dogs looking for homes and some of the other wildlife. If you would like a certificate as a gift then please do get in touch for more details Here are the dates planned Monday 18th February 2019 Half Term - Guided tour at 2pm call 257261 to book or online details are below Tueswday 19th February 2019 Half Term - Guided tour at 2pm call 257261 to book or online details are below Wednesday 20th February 2019 Half Term - Guided tour at 2pm call 257261 to book or online details are below Thursday 21st February 2019 Half Term - Guided tour at 2pm call 257261 to book or online details are below Friday 22nd February 2019 Half Term - Guided tour at 2pm call 257261 to book or online details are below Other upcoming dates planned for tours are - Wednesday 17th April to Easter Saturday 20th April 2019 Easter Holidays - Special Easter Guided Tours, quiz and Easter Egg Hunt each day £20 per child (£17.50 with Island Mums Card), prizes for best costumes & fun games room (children must have a guardian/parent) Monday 27th to Friday 31st May 2019 Half Term - Guided tours each day at 2pm Monday 22nd July to Friday 26th July 2019 Summer Holidays - Guided tours each day at 2pm Monday 26th to Friday 30th August 2019 Summer Holidays - Guided tours each day at 2pm Monday 28th October to Friday 1st November 2019 Half Term - Special Halloween Guided Tours each day £20 per child (£17.50 with Island Mums Card), prizes for best costumes & fun games room (children must have a guardian/parent) Monday 30th January 2019 to Friday 3rd January 2020 Christmas Holidays - Guided tours each day at 2pm Monday 17th to Friday 21st February 2020 Half term - Guided tours each day at 2pm Please book your placement early to avoid disappointment. To book please call 01481 257261 or via the paypal link - https://www.paypal.me/DonateGSPCA Please note if you book via paypal please indicate the date and time tour you would like as well as the names of those attending. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "Due to a fantastic response last year we have planned guided tours at the GSPCA during 2019 and into 2020 for the school breaks and some weekends." "If you would like to see behind the scenes and the many animals here at the Animal Shelter then book by calling on 257261 or online via our paypal link." "We would like to thank all that have attended the tours and for the wonderful feedback we have received." Birthday, Special & Tours Booked As An Event If you would like to bring a private group or party to the GSPCA for a visit and tour at the Animal Shelter we can arrange this in advance. We ask for a minimum donation of £80 for a group (this is for 8 children and 2 free adult places) and an additional £5 per person with groups larger than 8 (restrictions do apply with children to adult numbers). We can provide a birthday or gift pack if the tour is for a special occasion. We have a large events room, tables, chairs, projectors, speakers with mic, and a number of toys or things for children on request. For details on room hire please check out - http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/room-hire-gspca Why not make it a full event and arrange for food, a cake or more all of which can be delivered through http://www.kiddiescatering.biz Some extras could include Party Food can be Supplied by Kiddies Catering Surprise Adoption for a year of an animal pen - minimum donation of £25 for an adoption pack for a year to include a plaque at the GSPCA Room hire is available in a spacious room next to toilet facilities Games with prizes can be supplied on request Hire of giant animal, minion or Olaf suit Other bespoke packages available Guided tours of the Shelter on average take about between 60 - 90 minutes and it is your opportunity to see behind the scenes, although for animal welfare reasons there are areas that are unable to be viewed. If the event is for a special occasion the birthday or lucky individual will receive special treatment and be allowed some unique experiences holding and possibly feeding some of the animals in our care. Guided tours of the Shelter is your opportunity to see behind the scenes, although for animal welfare reasons there are areas that are unable to be viewed. We do ask that there is 1 adult per 8 children. For a booking form to enquire about availability please complete this form - http://gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Birthday%20booking%20form%20Jan%202018.pdf If you are interested please email your form to stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg or call the GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne on 01481 257261 to discuss details. Island Mum cardholders can receive a 10% discount on special tours, please see this link for details - http://islandmums.com/guernsey/gspca-birthday-parties/ http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/half-term-guided-tours-gspca-book-your-place-calling-01481-257261

Dog First aid Course

On Thursday 28th March we hold our first dog first aid course of 2019 at the GSPCA with a focus on helping save your dogs life. Taking the course will be GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne who has over 20 years working in the field of animal rescue and with over 3000 animals through the doors every year at the GSPCA the team see cases of animal first aid on a daily basis here in Guernsey. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We have been running dog and cat first aid courses for over five years and have trained over 250 participants to help save animals lives.” "We have ‘Casper’ who is our model first aid dog a bit like the Annie doll many may know for humans and he is a great way to show and learn how to carry out CPR on an unconscious dog." "The next Dog First Aid Course will be on Thursday 28th March at 6.30pm and the next cat course will be on the 20th May." "As owners of pets our worst fear is not knowing what to do if our four legged friend has an injury and this training helps pet owners learn and understand ways to help save your pets life." The dates for the next first aid course is: Dog First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Thursday 28th March 201 - Ref - Dog 28/03 Dog First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Tuesday 7th May 2019 - Ref - Dog 7/5 Cat First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Monday 20th May 2019 - Ref - Cat 20/5 Dog First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Monday 18th November 2019 - Ref - Dog 18/11 All first aid courses are a minimum £20 donation and you must book your place by 5pm before the course. Within the sessions you get the chance to learn about what to do if you were faced with an emergency situation with your dog or cat. All participants receive handouts, a few goodies and a certificate. To book your place call 01481 257261 or pay via the paypal link below using the reference code so we are aware which you would like to attend - www.paypal.me/DonateGSPCA To see other training courses at the GSPCA please visit - http://gspca.org.gg/services/training-courses

Dog First Aid Course

On Thursday 28th March we hold our first dog first aid course of 2019 at the GSPCA with a focus on helping save your dogs life. Taking the course will be GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne who has over 20 years working in the field of animal rescue and with over 3000 animals through the doors every year at the GSPCA the team see cases of animal first aid on a daily basis here in Guernsey. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We have been running dog and cat first aid courses for over five years and have trained over 250 participants to help save animals lives.” "We have ‘Casper’ who is our model first aid dog a bit like the Annie doll many may know for humans and he is a great way to show and learn how to carry out CPR on an unconscious dog." "The next Dog First Aid Course will be on Thursday 28th March at 6.30pm and the next cat course will be on the 20th May." "As owners of pets our worst fear is not knowing what to do if our four legged friend has an injury and this training helps pet owners learn and understand ways to help save your pets life." The dates for the next first aid course is: Dog First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Thursday 28th March 201 - Ref - Dog 28/03 Dog First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Tuesday 7th May 2019 - Ref - Dog 7/5 Cat First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Monday 20th May 2019 - Ref - Cat 20/5 Dog First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Monday 18th November 2019 - Ref - Dog 18/11 All first aid courses are a minimum £20 donation and you must book your place by 5pm before the course. Within the sessions you get the chance to learn about what to do if you were faced with an emergency situation with your dog or cat. All participants receive handouts, a few goodies and a certificate. To book your place call 01481 257261 or pay via the paypal link below using the reference code so we are aware which you would like to attend - www.paypal.me/DonateGSPCA To see other training courses at the GSPCA please visit - http://gspca.org.gg/services/training-courses

Cat First Aid Course

On Thursday 28th March we hold our first dog first aid course of 2019 at the GSPCA with a focus on helping save your dogs life. Taking the course will be GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne who has over 20 years working in the field of animal rescue and with over 3000 animals through the doors every year at the GSPCA the team see cases of animal first aid on a daily basis here in Guernsey. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We have been running dog and cat first aid courses for over five years and have trained over 250 participants to help save animals lives.” "We have ‘Casper’ who is our model first aid dog a bit like the Annie doll many may know for humans and he is a great way to show and learn how to carry out CPR on an unconscious dog." "The next Dog First Aid Course will be on Thursday 28th March at 6.30pm and the next cat course will be on the 20th May." "As owners of pets our worst fear is not knowing what to do if our four legged friend has an injury and this training helps pet owners learn and understand ways to help save your pets life." The dates for the next first aid course is: Dog First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Thursday 28th March 201 - Ref - Dog 28/03 Dog First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Tuesday 7th May 2019 - Ref - Dog 7/5 Cat First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Monday 20th May 2019 - Ref - Cat 20/5 Dog First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Monday 18th November 2019 - Ref - Dog 18/11 All first aid courses are a minimum £20 donation and you must book your place by 5pm before the course. Within the sessions you get the chance to learn about what to do if you were faced with an emergency situation with your dog or cat. All participants receive handouts, a few goodies and a certificate. To book your place call 01481 257261 or pay via the paypal link below using the reference code so we are aware which you would like to attend - www.paypal.me/DonateGSPCA To see other training courses at the GSPCA please visit - http://gspca.org.gg/services/training-courses

Dog First Aid Course

On Thursday 28th March we hold our first dog first aid course of 2019 at the GSPCA with a focus on helping save your dogs life. Taking the course will be GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne who has over 20 years working in the field of animal rescue and with over 3000 animals through the doors every year at the GSPCA the team see cases of animal first aid on a daily basis here in Guernsey. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We have been running dog and cat first aid courses for over five years and have trained over 250 participants to help save animals lives.” "We have ‘Casper’ who is our model first aid dog a bit like the Annie doll many may know for humans and he is a great way to show and learn how to carry out CPR on an unconscious dog." "The next Dog First Aid Course will be on Thursday 28th March at 6.30pm and the next cat course will be on the 20th May." "As owners of pets our worst fear is not knowing what to do if our four legged friend has an injury and this training helps pet owners learn and understand ways to help save your pets life." The dates for the next first aid course is: Dog First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Thursday 28th March 201 - Ref - Dog 28/03 Dog First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Tuesday 7th May 2019 - Ref - Dog 7/5 Cat First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Monday 20th May 2019 - Ref - Cat 20/5 Dog First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Monday 18th November 2019 - Ref - Dog 18/11 All first aid courses are a minimum £20 donation and you must book your place by 5pm before the course. Within the sessions you get the chance to learn about what to do if you were faced with an emergency situation with your dog or cat. All participants receive handouts, a few goodies and a certificate. To book your place call 01481 257261 or pay via the paypal link below using the reference code so we are aware which you would like to attend - www.paypal.me/DonateGSPCA To see other training courses at the GSPCA please visit - http://gspca.org.gg/services/training-courses

Bingo night in aid of GSPCA & Clic Sargent at La Nouvelle Maraitaine Sunday 3rd March

Tonight is Sunday night Bingo 10 games of bingo, 2 flyers, bonus ball and a strip of raffle tickets, 6’s £16, 3’s £11. Plus last man standing bingo and football cards during the interval, pop down and join in the fun. Cafe open for hot food, drinks & snacks. This is a charity bingo night in aid of the GSPCA and Clic Sargent taking place at La Nouvelle Maraitaine at 7pm. For details call Mim Sarre on 07889 431888 http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/bingo-night-aid-gspca-clic-sargent-la-nouvelle-maraitaine-sunday-3rd-march

Free COSHH training at the GSPCA learning how to clean animal enclosures and areas to prevent the spread of disease

Free COSHH training at the GSPCA learning how to clean animal enclosures and areas to prevent the spread of disease Tomorrow (Wednesday 27th March 2019) Lydia Buckmaster the Training & Account Development Manager from Medimark Scientific Ltd visits Guernsey and the GSPCA to provide training to help with the cleaning process and understanding how to use Anigene disinfectant and similar products during the cleaning process safely and to prevent the spread of illness and disease. In 2017 Rick Hayman Managing Director from Medimark Scientific Ltd came over to do a very similar talk and concentrating on the disease spread of the rabbit disease RHVD2 and how to help prevent spread it. Tomorrow Lydia will be running two sessions for staff and volunteers at the GSPCA at 1045am and at 2pm and if you would like to attend please call 01481 257261 or email admin@gspca.org.gg The GSPCA are hugely grateful to the support from Medimark Scientific Ltd for there training as well as all of the support they provide through donations of equipment and the products they supply which helps ensure a clean and hygienic environment. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manger said “We are hugely grateful to Medimark Scientific Ltd for all they do for us here at the GSPCA from the free training to the wonderful donations they provide.” “We never know what illnesses or diseases the animals may carry that arrive at the GSPCA and Anigene which we use from Medimark Scientific Ltd is a fantastic product that we use in all areas to ensure we have a safe and hygienic environment.” “We also sell Anigene in our shop and other Medimark Scientific Ltd products for anyone that is interested.” “We are all looking forward to the training tomorrow and anyone wishing to attend please do get in touch.” "There are two sessions so you can either join us at 1045am or 2pm but please do book in if you would like to attend." To see other upcoming courses and training please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/training-courses http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/free-coshh-training-gspca-learning-how-clean-animal-enclosures-and-areas-prevent-spread-disease

PAWS FOR THOUGHT DOG WALKING DAY in aid of the GSPCA in Herm Sunday 7th April

On Sunday 7th April all day on Herm Island they are organising the Island charity dog walking day in aid of GSPCA. Shell Beach kiosk will be serving ‘Herm-made’ soup and rolls, bacon butties & hot dogs from 9am-5pm with donations to the GSPCA. Doggie treat bags also available. They have said the more dogs the merrier and from the GSPCA we would like to thank them for organising this event and really hope you will support what should be a great day. To create your own sponsored event page for this event to help raise funds why not visit - https://giving.gg/donate/charity/2/Guernsey-Society-for-the-Prevention-of-Cruelty-to-Animals-(GSPCA) To find out more about this and other upcoming events in Herm please visit - https://www.herm.com/what-to-do/events/ To see other GSPCA events and ways to support us please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/paws-thought-dog-walking-day-aid-gspca-herm-sunday-7th-april

Come visit the GSPCA at the 2019 EY Careers and Skills Show #EYCareersSkillsShow

This evening (3rd April) from 5pm until 7pm and from 9am tomorrow (4th) the GSPCA will be at the 2019 EY Careers and Skills Show taking place at Beau Sejour. With a wide variety of volunteer roles and vacancies currently at the GSPCA its a great chance to chat to members of the team and find out how to get involved. Training and Community Officer Tim Pellett will be there with a number of volunteers helping and plenty of forms and details on how you can get involved from our Casual Vacancies to Volunteering. To visit the Guernsey Careers website to find you more please visit - http://www.careers.gg/ To find out about volunteering at the GSPCA please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers To see the current vacancies at the GSPCA please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/vacancies http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/come-visit-gspca-2019-ey-careers-and-skills-show-eycareersskillsshow

Easter Bunny & Egg Hunt 2pm each day Wednesday 17th April to Easter Saturday 20th April - Tickets on sale now

This Easter the GSPCA are once again holding special behind the scenes tours including an Easter treasure hunt and finishing with an Easter Egg Hunt where lots of prizes and chocolate can be won. Taking place at the Animal Shelter in St Andrews 2pm each day between Wednesday 17th April and Easter Saturday 20th April places are limited and it is £20 per child or £17.50 with an Island Mums card. Tours are a maximum of 20 children per tour, so please book early. Some of the animals you will have the chance to see will be cats, rabbits, birds, hedgehogs, dogs looking for homes and some of the other wildlife. If you would like a certificate as a gift then please do get in touch for more details All are welcome to dress up in an Easter theme and there are prizes for best costumes (children must have a guardian/parent) Please book your placement early to avoid disappointment. To book please call 01481 257261 or via the paypal link - https://www.paypal.me/DonateGSPCA Please note if you book via paypal please indicate the date and time tour you would like as well as the names of those attending. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "Due to a fantastic response last year we have planned Special Easter guided tours and Egg Hunts next week at the GSPCA." "If you would like to join our Special Easter Tours and Egg Hunt, also see behind the scenes and the many animals here at the Animal Shelter then book by calling on 257261 or online via our paypal link." “If groups are well behaved there may be a chance to see some of the seals if they are quiet through the one way glass we have to one of the pens.” To find out more about other guided tours please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/services/guided-tours-gspca http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/easter-bunny-egg-hunt-gspca-2pm-each-day-wednesday-17th-april-easter-saturday-20th-april-ticket

PUPPY SEMINAR at the GSPCA with Canine Behaviour Guernsey

Why Does My Puppy...? A look into why our puppies behave the way they do. All welcome taking place on Saturday 20th April at the GSPCA Training and Events Room Starts at 10am to 12pm Costs are £30 per person with Canine Behaviour Guernsey To book please email caninebehaviourguern-sey@gmail.com http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/puppy-seminar-gspca-canine-behaviour-guernsey

134th GSPCA AGM on Wednesday 17TH April 2019 7pm arrival at the Animal Shelter

The GSPCA would like to invite members and those interested to join us at our 134th AGM on Wednesday 17th April 2019. Welcome drinks and nibbles will be available from 7pm, with the meeting starting at 7.30pm at the Animal Shelter in St Andrews., GY6 8UD The main agenda items and itinerary will be - Welcome In Memoriam of the Late John Bougourd Past GSPCA President Apologies for absence Presidents Report GSPCA Managers Report Treasurers Report Accounts for 2016/17 Election of Auditors for 2018/19 Setting of Membership Rates Election of GSPCA Committee Members - Nominated as President - John Knight Nominated as Vice President & Secretary – Adele Malpas Nominated as Vice President – Thomas Le Pelley Nominated for the Committee – Stephen Ford Awards & Certificates of Appreciation Any Other Business The GSPCA has seen some massive changes and challenges in recent years and our AGM later this month will show case the work in recent years and our plans for the future. This AGM is 134th since being founded on the 14th February 1873 and our biggest challenge we are raising funds for is a New Wildlife Hospital and to find out more please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-launch-buy-brick-proposed-new-wildlife-hospital GSPCA Annual Membership Subscriptions of £10 for 2019 is now due for those that haven’t paid and you can become a member on the evening of the AGM. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “On Wednesday 17th April we will be holding our 134th AGM at the Animal Shelter in St Andrews.” “We have had another busy year and have many challenges ahead not just with the 500 animals in our care but also trying to raise the funds for the proposed new Wildlife Hospital.” “Once again since the last AGM our team and the GSPCA have been honoured with many awards and recognitions and at our AGM we will be giving a little back to some of the amazing supporters and individuals.” “The challenges in animal welfare we now face are very different to those we faced in 1873 and each year we help over 3000 animals through our doors and many more around Guernsey.” “There will be a small selection of drinks and nibbles available on arrival and we are looking forward to a night of celebrations and an update on the Wildlife Hospital.” To see a list of GSPCA Committee Members please visit - http://gspca.org.gg/about/gspca-committee To see our membership page including our latest newsletters and accounts please visit - http://gspca.org.gg/about/gspca-membership Without you we couldn’t achieve so much. We are blessed each year from those that remember us as a gift in their will and to find how you could leave a lasting legacy to help animals in Guernsey please visit - http://gspca.org.gg/about/gifts-wills-and-funding http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/134th-gspca-agm-wednesday-17th-april-2019-7pm-arrival-animal-shelter

Sunday night 28th April Charity Bingo at Cafe Amiti, Nouvelle Marataine

Sunday night 28th April Charity Bingo at Cafe Amiti, Nouvelle Marataine in aid of Clic Sargent and the GSPCA Eyes down sharp 7pm, 10 games of bingo, 2 flyers, bonus ball and a strip of raffle tickets, 6’s £16, 3’s £12. Plus last man standing bingo and football cards during the interval, pop down and join us. Cafe open for hot food, drinks & snacks. For details call Mim Sarre on 07889 431888 for more info and she promises to behave calling the numbers

Can you help at our Liberation Day stalls on Castle Emplacement or at the Last Post

Tomorrow around Guernsey we will be celebrating Liberation Day on Thursday 9th May and as part of the many celebrations the GSPCA will be out with our stalls in town and in St Andrews. GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne will be manning a stall on Castle Emplacement in town and setting up from 7am and Michelle Champion will be at the Last Post from 10am setting up with both stalls packing up around 530pm. If you can help at either stall it would be hugely appreciated and you can either email Steve via stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg or Michelle via fundraising@gspca.org.gg message us through facebook or by phone on 01481 257261 Finally you can just turn up on the day and your help would be hugely appreciated. We have a busy day as in the evening we will be holding a Volunteer Induction at 630pm and all are welcome. We have many upcoming events and the BIGGEST being our Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday on the 26th May and there are many ways to support and get involved. Find out about our Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/animal-welfare-sea-front-sunday http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/can-you-help-our-liberation-day-stalls-castle-emplacement-or-last-post

Pet Portraits at Le Friquet Garden Centre in aid of the GSPCA Wildlife Hospital Build Appeal

The GSPCA are delighted to announce that Yasmin Photographer is returning to Le Friquet Garden Centre on 31 May for a weekend of Pet Portraits! This is a great opportunity to get the family together for a portrait with your pet – and help contribute towards a good cause, with £10 from every session fee going towards building the GSPCA's new Wildlife Hospital. Find out more and book your session today... http://yasminphotographer.com/pet-week/ And to visit their facebook page please go to https://www.facebook.com/pet.portraits/ To telephone 01481 241331 To email hello@yasminphotgrapher.com To find out more on the Wildlife Hospital Build Appeal please go to http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/have-you-seen-your-%E2%80%98we-need-your-help-build-new-wildlife-hospital%E2%80%99-leaflet-and-can-you-donate-m http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/pet-portraits-le-friquet-garden-centre-aid-gspca-wildlife-hospital-build-appeal

Join the GSPCA at the Le Friquet Family Fun Day on Saturday 8th June 2019

SAVE THE DATE - Le Friquet's Annual Family Fun Day returns on June 8th 2019!! This FREE event celebrates the start of Summer in style with a huge range of activities and fun for the whole family to enjoy. This is always an extremely exciting event in their calendar and we hope you'll all join us and them for an afternoon of family fun in the sun! Yes once again the GSPCA will be there with lots of tombolas and games to raise funds for the many animals in our care, taking place 11am until 4pm. To visit the Le Friquet Garden Centre page about the event please visit https://www.facebook.com/events/544956839365579/?active_tab=about If you can help us on our stall please call 01481 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/join-gspca-le-friquet-family-fun-day-saturday-8th-june-2019

See the GSPCA at the Art Seafront Sunday on the 9th June

On Sunday 9th June pop into St Peter Port to support the Arts Seafront Sunday and visit our stall raising funds for animals in Guernsey and our new much needed Wildlife Hospital. With our Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday this coming Sunday we will be back in town very soon after for another fantastic event. From 10am until 4pm the sea front will be packed with stalls and things to do with an arts theme. We are extremely thankful to Arts Seafront Sunday for allowing us to join them once again. If you can help out on our stall we will be setting up from 7am and will be there until just after 5pm. If you can help us please call 01481 257261, email fundraising@gspca.org.gg or turn up on Sunday. To see what they have planned please go to http://www.arts.gg/ The Guernsey Arts Commission is working with multiple organisations to promote inclusivity with in the arts. Arts Sunday will be a day where everyone no matter what age or ability can enjoy the arts. Take part in workshops and meet new people. There will be an opportunity to participate in live music, dancing, arts and craft. We are also looking to provide a quiet space. The Guernsey Art Commission is Inviting you to book your table for Arts Sunday which will take place on 9th June 2019. This is a free event for the whole community, and we welcome stall holders, vendors, musicians and performers to join in the fun, showcasing your talents in a day celebrating the Arts & Creativity. This year we are promoting inclusivity and any organisations that are running creative workshops or displays are welcome to apply for a pitch. If you would like to book a pitch or perform please complete the following form by clicking the link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfS3FcpFZ7Fwc5Pq2pSUtD14wkahRRv-BRMD4USqJYxBA_s8w/viewform?usp=sf_link Or Contact them at the Guernsey Arts Commission on 01481 709747 or email jade.kershaw2@gov.gg with any queries. Arts Sunday is free, fun and for everyone and so see their event page please go to - https://www.facebook.com/events/2098335843554155/?active_tab=about Find out about our Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/animal-welfare-sea-front-sunday http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/see-gspca-art-seafront-sunday-9th-june

Guided Tours this week at the GSPCA – 2pm each day call 257261 or here to book your place online

This Half Term you can see behind the scenes at the GSPCA. After another hugely successful Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday where you may have seen the work of the GSPCA show cased on the Seafront this week you can have a guided tour at the GSPCA. We ask for a minimum donation of £7 per person and £5 per child, or £20 for a family of four or £18 with an Islands Mum card. In 2019 we have some themed tours which are £20 per child or £17.50 with an Islands Mums card. The tours take around 80 minutes and you get to see in many of the departments, interact with some of the friendly residents and a variety of species. The special tours can take a little longer. Tours are a maximum of 20 people per tour, so please book early. The special tours are also a maximum of 20. Some of the animals you will have the chance to see will be cats, rabbits, birds, hedgehogs, dogs looking for homes and some of the other wildlife. If you would like a certificate as a gift then please do get in touch for more details Here are the dates planned Wednesday 28th May 2019 Half Term - Guided tours each day at 2pm Thursday 29th May 2019 Half Term - Guided tours each day at 2pm Friday 31st May 2019 Half Term - Guided tours each day at 2pm Saturday 1st June 2019 Half Term - Guided tours each day at 2pm Sunday 2nd June 2019 Half Term - Guided tours each day at 2pm Also further upcoming tours will take place on the following - Monday 22nd July to Friday 26th July 2019 Summer Holidays - Guided tours each day at 2pm Monday 26th to Friday 30th August 2019 Summer Holidays - Guided tours each day at 2pm Monday 28th October to Friday 1st November 2019 Half Term - Special Halloween Guided Tours each day £20 per child (£17.50 with Island Mums Card), prizes for best costumes & fun games room (children must have a guardian/parent) Monday 30th January 2019 to Friday 3rd January 2020 Christmas Holidays - Guided tours each day at 2pm Monday 17th to Friday 21st February 2020 Half term - Guided tours each day at 2pm Please book your placement early to avoid disappointment. To book please call 01481 257261 or via the paypal link - https://www.paypal.me/DonateGSPCA Please note if you book via paypal please indicate the date and time tour you would like as well as the names of those attending. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "This week we have planned guided tours at the GSPCA each day to see behind the scenes at the GSPCA." "If you would like to see behind the scenes and the many animals here at the Animal Shelter then book by calling on 257261 or online via our paypal link." "We would like to thank all that have attended the tours and for the wonderful feedback we have received." To find out about Special and Birthday Tours please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/birthday-or-special-guided-tours-gspca http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/guided-tours-week-gspca-%E2%80%93-2pm-each-day-call-257261-or-here-book-your-place-online

See the GSPCA out again this Sunday at the Eat, Drink and Be Local Seafront Sunday

After an incredibly busy Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday and the first Seafront Sunday of the season last week the GSPCA are back out this weekend joining the Eat, Drink and Be Local Seafront Sunday. That’s right once again we are delighted to say that you will be able to see the GSPCA at every Seafront Sunday this year. We will have our fun stall with a full range of tombolas, games and GSPCA goods and we are very much looking forward being part of this fantastic event. Michelle Champion GSPCA stall organisor for this weekend said “We are really looking forward joining the Eat, Drink and Be Local Seafront Sunday this weekend.” “We’ll be setting up from 7am this 2nd June and are looking for volunteers and helpers through the day and if anyone can help please call 01481 257261 or email me on fundraising@gspca.org.gg .” Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We had an incredible Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday last week and we are delighted to say we will be at everyone of them once again this year raising much needed funds for the animals in our care and being at these fantastic community events if anyone wants to come and chat to find out more about our work.” “We will of course have leaflets for our Buy a Brick campaign for the much needed Wildlife Hospital.” “A huge thanks to Eat, Drink and Be Local for letting us join them on all of their Seafront Sundays and we look forward seeing lots of great supporters this weekend.” Here are some of the upcoming events in our calendar – Seafront Sunday – Eat, Drink and Be Local 02-Jun Friquet Family Fun Day 08-Jun Arts Seafront Sunday 09-Jun Classic Vehicle show, Saumarez Park 16-Jun Accidental Zoo open day 30-Jun Viaer Marche at Sausmarez Park 01-Jul Harbour Carnival 09-Jul Government House Fete 20-Jul Seafront Sunday - Motor 21-Jul Accidental Zoo open day 28-Jul Seafront Sunday - Eat, Drink and Be Local 28-Jul South Show 09-Aug South Show 10-Aug West Show 14-Aug West Show 15-Aug Flag Day & Donkey Derby 17-Aug Seafront Sunday - Eat, Drink and Be Local 18-Aug North Show 21-Aug North Show 22-Aug Seafront Sunday - Eat, Drink and Be Local 01-Sep To see a calendar of our events please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising To see the Eat, Drink and Be Local facebook page please visit - https://www.facebook.com/EDABLgsy/ http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/see-gspca-out-again-sunday-eat-drink-and-be-local-seafront-sunday

#BringYourDogtoWorkDay Friday 21st June

All around Guernsey each year businesses and offices have had their 4 legged friends come to work and this ear 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? Discussing the benefits of taking a dog to work might just result in a match with a dog we have in for homing. We rehome hundreds of pets every year, with an average 40 to 50 dogs in need of a forever home in Guernsey each year. To see some of the dogs looking for homes please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/animals/dogs . Seb Goman GSPCA Animal care Assistant said “We meet so many dogs here at the GSPCA from the strays we reunite to their owners to the boarding dogs in our care, those looking for new homes to those that have been cruelly treated.” “On Friday 21st June we hope that lots of owners around Guernsey get involved with #BringYourDogtoWorkDay and why not help raise funds for those at the GSPCA at the same time.” Lorna Prince Animal Welfare Manager said "We rehome and help dozens of dogs every month through the Shelter and the dog training classes we run at the GSPCA, and it is really nice to hear of those owners that can take their dogs to work." "Annie my little dog often comes to work with me which she both enjoys and often earns her keep with helping with tasks around the Shelter such as school visits or seeing how dogs in for homes behave around other dogs, as does Mouse my other dog who was one of the Slovakian rescue dogs." Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “This is the fifth year the GSPCA have been getting involved with #BringYourDogtoWorkDay which is such a fantastic day celebrating dogs in Guernsey.” “We help rehome 40 to 50 dogs each year in Guernsey and help around 200 strays find their way home.” “We also help dogs in so many ways from training classes to our boarding and we have a few of the team that regularly bring their dogs to work so we will be involved once again with #BringYourDogtoWorkDay .” “It all takes place on Friday June 21st and why not in place of a mufti day celebrate #BringYourDogtoWorkDay and help raise funds for the GSPCA.” “To set up a fund raising page for the day why not visit https://giving.gg/donate/charity/2/Guernsey-Society-for-the-Prevention-of-Cruelty-to-Animals-(GSPCA) or for lots of fund raising ideas please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising .” “Last year #BringYourDogtoWorkDay was supported by many from Island FM to KPMG and a huge thanks to all that have got involved in previous years and we look forward to lots of pictures and updates for those helping us celebrate this years event.” http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/bringyourdogtoworkday-friday-21st-june

Tickets on sale for the UK band Electric Dreams at Beau Sejour on Friday 26th July with Sidney's Sponsored Events

Tickets are on sale for Sidney’s Sponsored Events BIG night at Beau Sejour on Friday 26th July featuring UK band Electric Dreams. For a fantastic night of 80s music make sure you book your tickets early by visiting the Beau Sejour website – https://www.guernseytickets.gg/ All proceeds to GSPCA & CLIC Sargent. Once again the GSPCA are hugely grateful to Corinne and the wonder Sidney Sponsored Event team and we hope to see you there. This is an 18 and over event only Approx 3hrs interval at 8.15pm finishes approx. 10.15pm Concert is standing only – NO SEATING Wristbands will be issued on the door Anyone who is registered with Education, Sport & Culture’s Concessionary Access scheme will be entitled to a ticket free of charge for their carer. This is only available when booking with Beau Sejour Leisure Centre's Box Office in person. To follow the Sidney’s Sponsored Event page please go to - https://www.facebook.com/Sidneysfundraising/ http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/tickets-sale-uk-band-electric-dreams-beau-sejour-friday-26th-july-sidneys-sponsored-events

Annual Classic Vehicle Show 2019 on Sunday 16th June - come see some great vehicles and support our GSPCA stall

On Sunday 16th June please pop along to Saumarez Park to see the GSPCA stall supporting the Annual Classic Vehicle Show Public hosted by Guernsey Classic Vehicle Club LBG. We had a great time last year and we are delighted once again to be able to attend this wonderful event and will have a stall raising funds for the many animals in our care at the GSPCA. The day starts at 11am and runs all the way through until 5pm. If you can help on our stall please give Michelle a call on 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg We will have all our classic games and goods on sale as always in our GSPCA purple gazebo's. To see the Annual Classic Vehicle Show Public hosted by Guernsey Classic Vehicle Club LBG facebook page please visit - https://www.facebook.com/events/1202025496619324/ http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/annual-classic-vehicle-show-2019-sunday-16th-june-come-see-some-great-vehicles-and-support-our-

Country and Western Evening in aid of the GSPCA Wildlife Hospital Saturday 13th July

Country and Western Evening in aid of the GSPCA Wildlife Hospital on Saturday 13th July 2019. Taking place at Pelicans Cafe, Kings Club from 730pm. Menu jacket spuds, with Texan chili cheese and much more Line dancing Hats and boots optional! Tickets are £15 each Limited numbers so please book your tickets early to avoid disappointment To book please email Michelle via fundraising@gspca.org.gg or call 01481 257261 http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/country-and-western-evening-aid-gspca-wildlife-hospital-saturday-13th-july

See the GSPCA at the Eat, Drink and Be Local Seafront Sundays next being the 28th July

The GSPCA are looking forward to the upcoming Eat, Drink and Be Local Seafront Sundays. That’s right once again we are delighted to say that you will be able to see the GSPCA at each of the remaining Seafront Sundays this year. We will have our fun stall with a full range of tombolas, games and GSPCA goods and we are very much looking forward being part of this fantastic event. Michelle Champion GSPCA stall organisor said “We are really looking forward joining the Eat, Drink and Be Local Seafront Sundays.” “We’ll be setting up from 7am and the next one takes place on the 28th July and are looking for volunteers and helpers through the day and if anyone can help please call 01481 257261 or email me on fundraising@gspca.org.gg .” Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We had an incredible Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday last month and we are delighted to say we will be at everyone of those left this year raising much needed funds for the animals in our care and being at these fantastic community events if anyone wants to come and chat to find out more about our work.” “We will of course have leaflets for our Buy a Brick campaign for the much needed Wildlife Hospital.” “A huge thanks to Eat, Drink and Be Local for letting us join them on all of their Seafront Sundays and we look forward seeing lots of great supporters.” Here are some of the upcoming events in our calendar – Country and Western night at Pelicans 13-Jul Harbour Carnival 19-Jul Government House Fete 20-Jul Seafront Sunday - Motor 21-Jul Tickets on sale for the UK band Electric Dreams at Beau Sejour on Friday 26th July with Sidney's Sponsored Events 26-Jul Seafront Sunday - Eat, Drink and Be Local 28-Jul South Show 09-Aug South Show 10-Aug West Show 14-Aug West Show 15-Aug Flag Day & Donkey Derby 17-Aug Seafront Sunday - Eat, Drink and Be Local 18-Aug North Show 21-Aug North Show 22-Aug Seafront Sunday - Eat, Drink and Be Local 01-Sep To see a calendar of our events please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising To see the Eat, Drink and Be Local facebook page please visit - https://www.facebook.com/EDABLgsy/ http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/see-gspca-eat-drink-and-be-local-seafront-sundays-next-being-28th-july

See the GSPCA at The Guernsey Round Table Harbour Carnival Friday 19th July

The GSPCA are delighted to once again be able to join The Guernsey Round Table for their wonderful Harbour Carnival which takes place on Friday 19th July. This amazing event this year is in aid of MUG and Guernsey Mind, two fantastic lovcal charities doing great things to help islanders. Not only are the GSPCA taking a stall down watch out for our GSPCA teams in a number of the fantastic events. The schedule of events for the carnival are: World Record Attempt - 5:30 pm Big Duck Race - 5:45 pm Ladies' Dinghy Race - 6:00 pm Paddle Board Race - 7:00 pm Tug of War - 8:00 pm Man Powered Flight - 9:00 pm Prize Giving - 9:30 pm Fireworks - 10:00 pm Beckie Bailey GSPCA Animal Care Assistant said “Last year we had great fun joining with the Man Powered Flight dressed as Puffins and we have decided to come back once again.” “Plans have already started and we have a good idea what we will dress as so please come and support us at this fantastic event.” Seb Goman GSPCA Animal Care Assistant said “We won a fantastic donation for the Shelter last year dressing up in the man powered flight and for each charity team this year they are donated £500, so a big thanks from us all and all the animals at the GSPCA for this kind donation.” Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We really love attending the Harbour Carnival each year as it is such a fantastic evening.” “We will of course put out a reminder for firework safety for pets closer to the event.” “We are at many events throughout this year and for anyone wanting to help please call 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg .” “To see the many events we will be at please visit www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising .” To find out more please visit their Guernsey Harbour Carnival page - https://www.facebook.com/GRTHC/ Here are some of the upcoming events in our calendar – Country and Western night at Pelicans 13-Jul Harbour Carnival 19-Jul Government House Fete 20-Jul Seafront Sunday – Motor 21-Jul Tickets on sale for the UK band Electric Dreams at Beau Sejour on Friday 26th July with Sidney's Sponsored Events 26-Jul Seafront Sunday - Eat, Drink and Be Local 28-Jul South Show 09-Aug South Show 10-Aug West Show 14-Aug West Show 15-Aug Flag Day & Donkey Derby 17-Aug Seafront Sunday - Eat, Drink and Be Local 18-Aug North Show 21-Aug North Show 22-Aug Seafront Sunday - Eat, Drink and Be Local 01-Sep To see a calendar of our events please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/see-gspca-guernsey-round-table-harbour-carnival-friday-19th-july

Join us at the Government House Charities Fete on Saturday 20th July

Come see us on Saturday 20th July with 34 other local charities with a wide variety of stands - all on the front lawn of Government House. There will be various activities and entertainment through the afternoon - plus food and refreshments. Entry is free (car park is min. £2 donation to Guernsey Scouts) This is all kindly being organised by the Association of Guernsey Charities with the kind permission of our Patron His Excellency The Lieutenant-Governor.. This year the GSPCA will be helping provide and raise funds by selling Hot Dogs and Picnic Bags so you can make the most of the afternoon. We will also have our stall with the wide range of tombolas, GSPCA goodies and promoting our Wildlife Hospital appeal. Michelle Champion stall organisor said “We are really looking forward helping the Government House Charities Fete in a bigger way this year as we will be helping with catering.” Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We really love attending the Government House Charities Fete.” “His Excellency The Lieutenant-Governor is the Patron of the GSPCA and it is always great to see him, Lady Corder and of course their dog Milo.” “We will of course put out a reminder for firework safety for pets closer to the event.” “We are at many events throughout this year and for anyone wanting to help please call 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg .” To see more about this event please visit https://www.facebook.com/events/333990377521115/ Here are some of the upcoming events in our calendar – Country and Western night at Pelicans 13-Jul Harbour Carnival 19-Jul Government House Fete 20-Jul Seafront Sunday – Motor 21-Jul Tickets on sale for the UK band Electric Dreams at Beau Sejour on Friday 26th July with Sidney's Sponsored Events 26-Jul Seafront Sunday - Eat, Drink and Be Local 28-Jul South Show 09-Aug South Show 10-Aug West Show 14-Aug West Show 15-Aug Flag Day & Donkey Derby 17-Aug Seafront Sunday - Eat, Drink and Be Local 18-Aug North Show 21-Aug North Show 22-Aug Seafront Sunday - Eat, Drink and Be Local 01-Sep To see a calendar of our events please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/join-us-government-house-charities-fete-saturday-20th-july

Please support the JT Together Pool Party this Sunday and help raise funds for the GSPCA

Come and make a splash at the JT fantastic FREE Pool Party. Packed with summer tunes, GIANT pool inflatables, giveaways plus FREE ice cream. When and where: They have an event at the Lido, Havre des Pas, Jersey – 11am – 3pm Saturday 10th August And to help raise funds for the GSPCA please pop along to La Valette Bathing Pools, Guernsey – 11am – 3pm Sunday 11th August (Please note due to Health and Safety reasons admission is limited) The GSPCA are hugely grateful to all of the support from JT and hope everyone has a great weekend at the two events they are holding. To find out more please visit: On the JT website: https://www.jtglobal.com/global/jt-summer-events/#poolparty Visit the JT facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/447758222473712/ For ways and ideas to support the GSPCA please visit: http://www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “JT have been an amazing support to us here at the GSPCA and with another great event planned to support us this Sunday we cannot thank them enough.” “Please do pop along to La Valette Bathing Pools this Sunday between 11am and 3pm where you will get a great day out and even free ice-cream.” “We are at man events throughout the summer and if you would like to get involved or support us please do get in touch by calling 01481 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg.” http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/please-support-jt-together-pool-party-sunday-and-help-raise-funds-gspca

See the GSPCA at the South Show Friday 9th and Saturday 10th August

This week the South Show 2019 take's place and once again we join them from the GSPCA Here is a list of the competitions that are open to everyone, whatever parish you live in: Friday 9th 3.00 Bonny Baby - under 1 year 1 & 2 years old 3 & 4 years old Great prizes from Adorabubble, Creaseys and Island Mums Free entry 4.00 Decorated Hat and/or Wellies - bring along your creations on the day - children and adults! Free entry Saturday 10th 1.00 Children's Fancy Dress 4 and under 5-8 years old 9 and over Free entry 3.00 The South Fun Dog Show - 8 fun classes and a Best in Show chosen from the winners for the Forest Stores Cup. Prizes sponsored by Creature Comforts £1.00 per dog - money goes to local animal charities To find out more about this wonderful two day event please visit their facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/The-South-Show-Guernsey-2213019535621147/ Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We love joining the South Show each year and very much looking forward to the two day event this Friday and Saturday.” “We are at many events throughout the summer and if you would like to get involved or support us please do get in touch by calling 01481 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg.” For events, ways and ideas to support the GSPCA please visit: http://www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/see-gspca-south-show-friday-9th-and-saturday-10th-august

See the GSPCA at 'West is Best' West Show this week

For the eighth year in a row the GSPCA are attending the West Show which will be held on Wednesday 14th and Thursday 15th August 2019. If you would like to help volunteer of support us we would love to see you on our stall. If you can help please call 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg Once again our stall will be full of great games & GSPCA goods. Every year we have a great time enjoying a wonderful local event whilst raising funds on our stall to help the many animals in our care. More about the West Show - The West show is arguably Guernsey’s premier agricultural and horticultural show. Held annually since 1913 the West show is a traditional country show with many modern aspects, and this year being the centenary it promises to be bigger and better than ever. The show this year has the main two days as usual on the Wednesday and Thursday with the usual tented competitions and animal competitions together with the arena entertainment and side displays. Held since 1985 on a site of approximately 35 acres at the former L’Eree aerodrome, the West show is the highlight of the summer for many from the western parishes who look forward to meeting up with friends they haven’t seen since the previous year and also of course people from all over the island and visitors alike. Crowds of 8,000 over the two main days are not unusual. To visit the West Show facebook page please click here https://www.facebook.com/WestShowGuernsey . For more information and to visit their website please click here http://www.thewestshow.com/ . http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/see-gspca-west-best-west-show-week

See the GSPCA at the North Show 'Go Forth the North'

This Wednesday 21st and Thursday 22nd August it is the North Show and the GSPCA will be there with a stall for the eigth year in a row. Not only will we have a stall but you may see one or two GSPCA Mascots walking about. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "This summer is extraordinarily busy for us at the GSPCA between the 500+ animals that we have at the Shelter to all of the fantastic events of which many we attend." "The North Show is always a wonderful event and at the GSPCA we are so grateful to them to be allowed to join them once again." "Pop along and see our GSPCA stall meet some of our volunteers from Northern Trust helping us at the North Show." “The GSPCA team have also made their first ever entry, we did have a fab entry from the GSPCA with real flowers two years ago with Jo Hardill and family and this year the staff and volunteers have been busy preparing an entry.” The North Show is one of the main events in Guernsey's summer calendar, and takes place in the wonderful rural setting of Saumarez Park. The Guernsey North Show and Guernsey Battle of Flowers, is held in August each year and this year it takes place on 21st and 22nd August. The Guernsey North Show and Battle of Flowers is run by the Northern Agricultural and Horticultural Society and the GSPCA are very grateful to them for allowing us to come along. Each year the Show attracts thousands of visitors to: The displays of exhibitors' entries, ranging from Guernsey livestock through fur and feather, fruit, vegetables, flowers, flower arrangements, cookery, photography, art and craft. This is the eighth year in a row the GSPCA have taken a stall along and we will have lots on sale and games to play. The programme of arena events, showcasing local and off-island talent, and including in the afternoon of day two, the Guernsey Battle of Flowers, which culminates in the evening illuminated cavalcade, the whole rounded off with a firework display. The Show is also supported throughout the two days by a fair, and refreshment and other stalls and displays. For the entrance prices to the show ground please click here to visit their website http://www.guernseynorthshow.org.gg/. If you would like to help at the North Show or at one of our upcoming events or book a table at our Ball please give Michelle a call on 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg For more information on volunteering at the GSPCA and how to get involved please visit http://gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers or call 257261 If your business or group would like to spend a day at the Shelter you can find out more by going to http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/corporate-and-group-days

GSPCA Wildlife Ball ‘Let’s Dance’ at Les Cotils 12th October from 7pm

The GSPCA Wildlife Ball takes place on Saturday 12th October from 7pm at Les Cotils. Raising funds for the much needed Wildlife Hospital and the 100’s of wild animals at the GSPCA. Tickets £50 which includes a three course meal. Fancy dress encouraged there will be a raffle with BIG prizes. Dancing to the Blondettes LIVE!!!!! Licensed Bar. Carriages at 12. For tickets contact Suzy Rose Email suzyrose@aol.com Call 07781167023 To learn about the much needed Wildlife Hospital please click here - http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-launch-buy-brick-proposed-new-wildlife-hospital http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-wildlife-ball-%E2%80%98let%E2%80%99s-dance%E2%80%99-les-cotils-12th-october-7pm

Spice Up Your Life at the Duke of Richmond Friday 25th October 2019

Spice Tribute Band thanks to Sidneys Sponsored Events will performing to raise funds for the GSPCA and Clic Sargent. Doors open for a concert style event at 7pm and close at 1030pm. Tickets only £20 each (no food) To book please contact sidneysevents.gsy@gmail.com Treat yourself to a top Spice Girls tribute. To see more on Sidneys Sponsored Events and this top night please visit https://www.facebook.com/events/659104517931890/ http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/spice-your-life-duke-richmond-friday-25th-october-2019

See the GSPCA at this weekends Eat, Drink and Be Local Seafront Sunday

The GSPCA are looking forward to the upcoming Eat, Drink and Be Local Seafront Sunday. That’s right once again we are delighted to say that you will be able to see the GSPCA this wonderful event. We will have our fun stall with a full range of tombolas, games and GSPCA goods and we are very much looking forward being part of this fantastic event. Michelle Champion GSPCA stall organisor said “We are really looking forward joining the Eat, Drink and Be Local Seafront Sunday.” “We’ll be setting up from 7am and the next one takes place on the 1st September and are looking for volunteers and helpers through the day and if anyone can help please call 01481 257261 or email me on fundraising@gspca.org.gg .” Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We had an incredible Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday and enjoyed the other events and we are delighted to say we will be at this Sundays event raising much needed funds for the animals in our care and being at this fantastic community event.” “We will of course have leaflets for our Buy a Brick campaign for the much needed Wildlife Hospital.” “A huge thanks to Eat, Drink and Be Local for letting us join them on all of their Seafront Sundays and we look forward seeing lots of great supporters.” To see a calendar of our events please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising To see the Eat, Drink and Be Local facebook page please visit - https://www.facebook.com/EDABLgsy/ http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/see-gspca-weekends-eat-drink-and-be-local-seafront-sunday

See the GSPCA at the OSA Recruitment Pop Up Shop in Smith Street all this week

The GSPCA is once again back at the OSA Recruitment Pop Up Shop in Smith Street. From 16th to the 21st September pop in for some great charity shop bargains raising funds for the many animals in our care at the GSPCA. Open 9am – 5pm. If you would like to help volunteer at the shop please email Michelle via fundraising@gspca.org.gg or call 01481 257261 Don’t forget we also have an onsite Charity Shop at the GSPCA in St Andrews open 7 days a week - Monday – Saturday 9am – 5pm Sunday 11am – 4pm To find out more please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-onsite-charity-shop To see other upcoming events please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising

An extra week for the GSPCA at the OSA Recruitment Pop Up Shop in Smith Street

The GSPCA has kindly been allowed to spend an extra week at the OSA Recruitment Pop Up Shop in Smith Street. From 23rd to 28th September pop in for some great charity shop bargains raising funds for the many animals in our care at the GSPCA. Open 9am – 5pm. At the shop you can find out about our Buy a Brick campaign for the new Wildlife Hospital and also about the Wildlife Ball http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-wildlife-ball-%E2%80%98let%E2%80%99s-dance%E2%80%99-les-cotils-12th-october-7pm If you would like to help volunteer at the shop please email Michelle via fundraising@gspca.org.gg or call 01481 257261 Don’t forget we also have an onsite Charity Shop at the GSPCA in St Andrews open 7 days a week - Monday – Saturday 9am – 5pm Sunday 11am – 4pm To find out more please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-onsite-charity-shop To see other upcoming events please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising

Dog First Aid Course 630pm at the GSPCA Monday 18th November - find details here to book your place

This Monday 18th November we hold our last dog first aid course of 2020 at the GSPCA with a focus on helping save your dogs life. Taking the course will be GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne who has over 22 years working in the field of animal rescue and with over 3000 animals through the doors every year at the GSPCA the team see cases of animal first aid on a daily basis here in Guernsey. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We have been running dog and cat first aid courses for over five years and have trained over 250 participants to help save animals lives.” "We have ‘Casper’ who is our model first aid dog a bit like the Annie doll many may know for humans and he is a great way to show and learn how to carry out CPR on an unconscious dog." "For those worried they have missed the last course we will soon announce dates for 2020." "As owners of pets our worst fear is not knowing what to do if our four legged friend has an injury and this training helps pet owners learn and understand ways to help save your pets life." The dates for the next first aid course is: Dog First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Monday 18th November 2019 - Ref - Dog 18/11 2020 dates to be confirmed All first aid courses are a minimum £20 donation and you must book your place by 5pm before the course. Within the sessions you get the chance to learn about what to do if you were faced with an emergency situation with your dog or cat. All participants receive handouts, a few goodies and a certificate. To book your place call 01481 257261 or pay via the paypal link below using the reference code so we are aware which you would like to attend - www.paypal.me/DonateGSPCA http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/dog-first-aid-course-630pm-gspca-monday-18th-november-find-details-here-book-your-place

Staff Volunteer & GSPCA Team Christmas Party 7pm Saturday 14th December

This Saturday at the GSPCA we are having our annual Christmas celebration for all those that have done so much for animals and the community over the last year. Dress code is Christmas themed and all staff, volunteers, friends, supporters and families are welcome to join us to celebrate all we have achieved during another busy year. Children are also welcome and there will be lots to keep them entertained from space hoppers to tunnels to play in. A selection of food and drinks will be kindly provided and all we ask is for your to bring some extras to add to the festivities. All taking place from 7pm at the Events Room at the GSPCA this Saturday 14th December 2019. From karaoke to games there will be lots to entertain and have fun. For more details please call 01481 257261 or email admin@gspca.org.gg For those that can’t make it we hope you have a wonderful and very Merry Christmas, Happy New Year and thank you for all you have done to help us throughout 2019.

Christmas Party Time at the Peninsula Hotel with Sidneys Sponsored Events in aid of the GSPCA

Christmas Party Time at the Peninsula Hotel with Sidneys Sponsored Events in aid of the GSPCA Saturday 21st December 2019 7pm until 11.45pm 2 Course Meal Dancing through the decades with UK Band Electric Dream DJ’s and Party Frocks £48 pp all proceeds to the GSPCA Contact corinneconnolly@cwgsy.net or call 07911720469 All welcome http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/christmas-party-time-peninsula-hotel-sidneys-sponsored-events-aid-gspca

Charity Dog Walk this Sunday with Livingroom The Channel Island Estate Agent in aid of the GSPCA 10am

With the wonderful support of the Bella Luce Hotel and in aid of one of their chosen charities - the GSPCA – Livingroom are thrilled to announce their Livingroom Christmas Dog Walk! ALL are invited to join on Sunday 15th December at 10am at the Bella Luce. Everyone will meet in the courtyard of the Bella Luce Hotel and take our four legged friends for a festive walk around the beautiful lanes of St. Martins. The walk will be followed by hot chocolates and mulled wine with donations welcomed to the GSPCA. Parking is available at the Hotel carpark. Bring your friends and family, wrap up warm and lets enjoy this wonderful time of year. To visit the Livingroom website please visit https://www.livingroom.gg/ To contact the Livingroom please contact 01481 715555 info@livingroom.gg To download a Sponsor Form to help raise funds please click heree You can donate via our giving.gg page or create your own sponsored event or challenge - https://giving.gg/donate/charity/2/Guernsey-Society-for-the-Prevention-of-Cruelty-to-Animals-(GSPCA) Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We are hugely grateful to the Livingroom for organising this wonderful Christmas Dog Walk from the Bella Luce on Sunday.” “Please join them for this amazing event and drinks afterwards helping to raise funds for the 500+ animals in our care.” http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/charity-dog-walk-sunday-livingroom-channel-island-estate-agent-aid-gspca-10am-bella-luce

New Year New Goals – Volunteering for the GSPCA in 2020 first Induction Wednesday 15th January 2020 630pm

With 2020 well underway you might be thinking of getting involved with something new. Throughout 2020 we have Volunteer Inductions planned for those interested in helping with our wide and diverse work. The first of these takes place on Wednesday 15th January 2020 at 6.30pm and all are welcome. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “What another amazing year 2019 was with our hundreds of volunteers helping us in so many ways.” “We often see 100-120 volunteers helping every week and with well over 800 volunteers helping each year we cannot thank all of those so much for all they do to help animals and the work of the GSPCA.” “We love to meet new volunteers and our first volunteer induction of 2020 is on Wednesday 15th January at 6.30pm.” “You can come along no matter your age or interest and you can find out how you can get involved and help support and be involved with the work of the GSPCA.” “We have inductions planned every month through 2020 and we also love to hear from businesses and groups that would like to help.” To see our volunteer page please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers To see about our group days and how our work place could help the GSPCA please visit – http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/corporate-and-group-days And more on Corporate Support - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/how-your-business-can-help-gspca-corporate-sponsorship You need to be at least 13 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. To get started in Volunteering at the GSPCA we hold Induction Evenings and in the Summer Afternoons and no matter your age there is always a way you can help. If you are looking to complete your work experience, Duke of Edinburgh or similar placement it is a requirement to attend one of these sessions to arrange a start date and complete the induction. We are especially looking for volunteers to help with our grounds and conservation work, driving our ambulance on the weekends and to help in our charity shop. The Volunteer Induction Evenings planned for 2020 will take place on the following days and times in the Event and Training Room at the GSPCA, but please do call 257261 closer to the date to confirm it is taking place. Inductions take about 90 minutes to 2 hours depending on numbers. When you arrive to attend please follow the paw prints at the front of reception which will take you to the upper floor where the sessions are held. It is ramped access and any questions please do not hesitate to ask. Thursday 12th December 2019 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Wednesday 15th January 2020 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Wednesday 12th February 2020 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 12th March 2020 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 20th April 2020 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Thursday 14th May 2020 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 23rd June 2020 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Wednesday 15th July 2020 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Monday 18th July 2020 Volunteer Induction Afternoon Starts 2pm until approximately 345pm Monday 10th August 2020 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Wednesday 9th September 2020 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Wednesday 14th October 2020 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Tuesday 17th November 2020 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm Wednesday 9th December 2020 Volunteer Induction Evening Starts 630pm until approximately 815pm http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/new-year-new-goals-%E2%80%93-volunteering-gspca-2020-first-induction-wednesday-15th-january-2020-630pm

Celebrate And Join In With GSPCA Purple Week between 10th and 16th February 2020 helping animals in Guernsey

The GSPCA was founded in 1873 and to help celebrate 147 years caring for animals in Guernsey we are asking for your help. There are many ways you, your school, group, work place, business can help celebrate. The GSPCA week starts 10th February and celebrations will carry on until the 16th with our anniversary being Valentines Day the 14th February. To download a poster to help promote GSPCA Purple Week please click here https://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/GSPCA%20Purple%20Week%202020%20147%20years.pdf Ideas to get involved....... Why not wear purple for the day? The GSPCA logo is purple and we are encouraging people to wear purple for a day or more during this week from purple ties to GSPCA wrist bands, pin badges, or maybe you have a better idea? A Mufti or Dress Down Day is a great and fun way to raise funds to help animals in Guernsey and celebrate our 147th anniversary. How about a 'Take Your Dog to Work Day' although normally this is celebrated in the summer why not hold a day at your work place early. Maybe you would like a tombola set for your work place? We can arrange a ticketed tombola with prizes to help raise funds for the animals in our care. Dress as an animal for the day? Its fun and a great way to celebrate the fact that the GSPCA help 1000's of animals and birds every year. FACT - Did you know the Shelter has cared for two lion cubs and two monkeys in the last few years and currently has a seal pup on site? A sponsored event? From a sponsored silence to a wax, stop smoking to a dog walk there are many ways you can raise funds to help animals in Guernsey. To download a sponsor form please click here https://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/GSPCA%20Purple%20Week%202020%20147%20years.pdf To set up a sponsorship page on Just Giving to do some fund raising for our work and animals in our care please visit - https://www.justgiving.com/gspca or a giving.gg page please visit - https://giving.gg/donate/charity/0/Select-Guernsey-charity-for-direct-donation FACT - Did you know the GSPCA often has 500+ animals in their care at any one time and over 3000 through the doors every year? Could you sell goods for the GSPCA? The GSPCA has a number of new GSPCA goods on sale including pens, pin badges, wrist bands, car stickers and small toy dogs which we can provide in a counter box to help raise funds for the Animal Shelter. To apply for these or the other items please download a form on this link https://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/147th%20items%20request%20form.pdf or email stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg FACT - Did you know that in 1919 the first home for stray dogs and cats was at 11 St John Street, St Peter Port. 5/- (five shillings) a week was paid to the tenant for housing the kennels and looking after the animals? A collection box / wishing well? The GSPCA are always looking for businesses and places to locate collection boxes around the Island. By clicking the above link or emailing stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg you can apply for one to help raise funds for the GSPCA. Also if you have a bigger premises maybe you could accommodate one of our GSPCA Wishing Wells. The first of these can be seen at the Shelter which are made on site and are a fantastic way to highlight the need of raising funds for the GSPCA and that your business supports our work caring for animals in Guernsey. FACT - Did you know in October 1929 the GSPCA purchased its present site at Les Fiers Moutons, St Andrews. The house, outbuildings and ¾ vergee of land were bought freehold for £400.00 plus a further 2 vergees of land for £120.00 and an extra £5.00 included the spring and well? There are many ways you can join the GSPCA Purple Week - Celebrating 147 years Caring for Animals in Guernsey between Monday 10th February and Sunday 16th February. We have a number of events taking place during the GSPCA Purple Week. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "In 2020 the GSPCA will have been helping animals in Guernsey for 147 years and we also celebrate 91 years at our site in St Andrews and we are asking animal lovers to help join in and celebrate with us." "It costs over £700,000 a year to help care for the 1000's of animals and birds we have through our doors, provide the 24 hour 7 day a week emergency service for animals, the welfare work, dog training, education and more and we are appealing for people, schools and businesses to get involved to celebrate the wonderful work we have done and have to do for the future." "With rising costs and the need to build a new Wildlife Hospital we hope that Guernsey will wear purple for animals and join in our birthday fun in February." "Our New Build project currently is to build a New Wildlife Hospital and if you or your business would like to join our Build Partner scheme or Buy a Brick please give us a call on 257261 or email us at the GSPCA." To register your event or involvement please email stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg or call 01481 257261 Here a few links with ideas to help the animals in our care and wishes we are trying to raise funds for so please do get involved with GSPCA Purple Week and help us help those in need - You can donate via our giving.gg page or create your own sponsored event or challenge - https://giving.gg/donate/charity/2/Guernsey-Society-for-the-Prevention-of-Cruelty-to-Animals-(GSPCA) To donate to Andrew the seal pup please visit - www.justgiving.com/fundraising/jerseyandguernseysealpups To visit the Just Giving page raising funds for life saving Intensive Care Units please visit https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/gspcaintensivecare or to buy one directly for the Shelter please visit https://brinsea.co.uk/small-animal-care/tlc-intensive-care-incubators/tlc-30-advance/ To become an Angel Pen Pal Sponsor please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Angel%20sponsor%20form%20special%202018%20new.pdf To download a Corporate Angel Pen Pal form please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Corporate%20Angel%20Pen%20Pal%20sponsor%20formnew.pdf To Buy a Brick in the new Wildlife Hospital and download a leaflet please click here - http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Buy%20a%20Brick%20Wildlife%20Hospital.pdf To donate to the animals in our care another way is our paypal page - www.paypal.me/DonateGSPCA If you would like to help at one of our upcoming events please give Michelle a call on 257261 or email fundraising@gspca.org.gg To see some of the animals looking for homes at the GSPCA please visit – http://www.gspca.org.gg/animals Another way to support us is our on site Charity Shop and refreshment area and to find out more please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-onsite-charity-shop 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 On Wednesday 12th February we have a volunteer induction evening and for more information and additional induction dates please visit http://gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers or call 257261 To see our Wish List on our website please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/our-plans-wish-list To learn about the ‘Buy a Brick’ in the new Wildlife Hospital and find out more please click here - http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-launch-buy-brick-proposed-new-wildlife-hospital To learn more about our biggest project, become an Exclusive Build Partner and support our Wildlife Hospital please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-exclusive-build-partner To visit our Amazon Wish list please visit - https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/25MJPPDAGXHL1?type=WishList For lots more ideas on how you can support the shelter and the animals in our care then please visit our fundraising page www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising If you think the team or an individual goes over and above some international awards open for nominations currently are – The ADCH & Petplan Awards - https://www.petplan.co.uk/about-petplan/charities/ To find out more on trips, talks and our education work please email education@gspca.org.gg or call 01481 257261 https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-purple-week

POSTPONED Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday

The 2020 Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday will be the ninth and takes place on Sunday 31st May. On the 31st May 2020 10am to 4pm the GSPCA will be organising a day to celebrate the animals in Guernsey and all the wonderful work that is done to care for them. We are extremely grateful to all those that made last 7 years such great days and we are hoping this years will be bigger and better. There will be stalls and fun for all the family - all with an animal theme. Fancy dress to mascot 5-a-side football, children's games to lots of food, a fun dog show to an animal less animal show, arts and crafts to charity stalls, some of the GSPCA animals looking for homes, entertainment and so much more........ This years Giant Animal Mascot event is a 5-a-side football match and can be entered as an individual or enter in the team event. All proceeds for this years race will help animals in Guernsey at the GSPCA so you can help support a great local charity, whilst having a lot of fun. Chose your Giant Animal Mascot Suit on the day or bring your own, details and sign up below...... There are lots of people that we would like to thank for their help and support to make this an amazing day out for all the family and listed below are just a few of them. The day starts from 10am and will take place along the Sea Front in St Peter Port and there are a variety of events and activities through the day. To go to the events facebook page or twitter link please click on the logo below https://www.facebook.com/events/558066154774739/ https://twitter.com/GSPCA https://twitter.com/Seafront_Sunday Would like a pitch for our Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday on the 31st May or the Kindness Seafront Sunday on the 12th July 2020? We are looking for charities to run stalls representing their organisation showing their involvement with animals or with an animal theme. Also businesses that feel they play a valuable part in animal welfare such as vets. If you have an art and crafts business you are also welcome. As well this year we are helping with a new Kindness Seafront Sunday on the 12th July and to book for either or both events please send the form below to us to confirm your place. To download a pitch application form please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/SFS%20Pitch%20application%202020_1.pdf To download a poster to help us advertise our Seafront Sunday please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Seafront%20Sunday%20Poster%202020.pdf Would you like to help sponsor the day? We are looking for individuals or businesses that would like to help sponsor the day please contact Steve Byrne on stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg or call 01481 257261 for more details. Fun Dog Show There will be a dog show starting at 12pm with registration from 11am. This is a fun dog show and is open to any breed of dog. • Best Male Puppy (2yrs and under) • Best Female Puppy (2yrs and under) • Best Rescue • Happiest pet • Prettiest Bitch • Most Handsome Dog • Best Trick • Golden Oldies (7yrs +) • Best in Show (previous class winners) Entries are £1 a class. Please enter your dog on the day. Childrens Animal Fancy Dress Competition Again there will be holding a childrens animal themed fancy dress competition at the Islandmums stall on the Crown Pier at 145pm but for a free prize bring your child along to them through the day for a free gift. Giant Animal Mascot 5-a-side football event Once again we will be holding a Giant Animal Mascot event but this year there are a big twist. This is open to mascots and individuals prepared to dress as an animal and play a fun football game with a rather over sized ball. We are asking businesses, pubs, individuals or anyone as a team of 5 or an individual and we can make extra teams on the day. Don't worry about what to wear we will provide the Giant Animal Mascot suit and have over 70 available. To join in the our giant animal 5-a-side football game in Guernsey we are asking you to raise funds for the Shelter, ideally a minimum of £22 per person or £100 for a team of 5. All the money raised will go towards helping animals in Guernsey. For businesses wanting to join in we will feature in our next newsletter, on our website and you can put a banner up on the day. We are welcoming children to dress up in their own suits and also have a game through the day for a donation. To download a 5-a-side Mascot Team or Individual application form please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/SEAFRONT%20SUNDAY%20MASCOT%205%20A%20SIDE%20APPLICATION%202020_0.pdf To download a 5-a-side Mascot Team or Individual Sponsor Form please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Animal%20Mascot%205%20a%20side%20Seafront%20Sunday%20Sponsor%20ship%20form%202020.pdf To register and further details please emailstevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg Corporate sponsors and businesses get to choose their suits or if they wish to provide their own it must be an animal and we still require the application form completed with the minimum sponsorship. There are lots of events happening during the Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday from a fun dog show, arts and crafts stalls, live music kids games, food stalls and much more This is the ninth year the event has taken place and in previous years we have seen Bernard, Daniel the Island FM Donkey and Roary the GFC Lion and over 90 other competitors. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "With our big day on the 31st May we are asking for teams or individuals to sign up to dress as a giant animal or character to play a fun 5-a-side football game." "All the funds raised will help animals in Guernsey." "It's not a normal game as there are lots of surprises." "All we ask is a minimum donation of £22 per player or £100 a team of 5, we provide the costume and the fun starts at 2pm on the 31st May." "Game lengths will depend on numbers and our very own Bernard the GSPCA dog will be in goal for any penalty shoot outs." "Please do get in touch for more information or check out the details online." For any questions please call 01481 257261 or contact stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg or lorna@gspca.org.gg Volunteer If you, your group, business or school would like to volunteer and help on the day please email stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg If you are wanting to get involved, take part or know more then please contact GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne 01481 257261 or email stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg Keep an eye on this page as we update it with more information. Help us help animals this decade. From donating to Sponsoring a Pen, Buying a Brick for the much needed Wildlife Hospital to our Amazon and main page Wish List, holding a mufti day to a sponsored Christmas dip, here are some of the ways you could help give animals joy this year. • Between the 10th February and the 16th February join the GSPCA Purple Week and help celebrate 147 years and here is a link to lots of ideas to get involved - https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-purple-week • To donate to the animals in our care another via our paypal page - www.paypal.me/DonateGSPCA • To see some of our wishes and plans to help wildlife please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/our-plans-wish-list • Buy a Brick in the new much needed Wildlife Hospital we are raising funds for - http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Buy%20a%20Brick%20Wildlife%20Hospital.pdf • Other ways to support the Wildlife Hospital - http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-launch-buy-brick-proposed-new-wildlife-hospital • To become an Angel Pen Pal Sponsor and support the wildlife each month please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Angel%20sponsor%20form%20special%202018%20new.pdf • To download a Corporate Angel Pen Pal form for your business to sponsor a wildlife area each year please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Corporate%20Angel%20Pen%20Pal%20sponsor%20formnew.pdf • To visit our Amazon Wish list to see some of the items we need to help the wildlife please visit - https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/25MJPPDAGXHL1?type=WishList • Help buy new much needed intensive care units by visiting https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/gspcaintensivecare or to buy one directly please visit https://brinsea.co.uk/small-animal-care/tlc-intensive-care-incubators/tlc-30-advance/ • You can donate via our giving.gg page or create your own sponsored event or challenge - https://giving.gg/donate/charity/2/Guernsey-Society-for-the-Prevention-of-Cruelty-to-Animals-(GSPCA) • To donate to Andy the seal pup please visit - https://giving.gg/donate/event/4617/Help-the-seal-fpups-at-the-GSPCA or www.justgiving.com/fundraising/jerseyandguernseysealpups For lots more ideas on how you can support the shelter and the animals in our care then please visit our fundraising page www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising To see a list of our volunteer induction evenings which we hold each month and for more information please visit http://gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers or call 257261 To find out more on trips, talks and our education work please email education@gspca.org.gg or call 01481 257261 http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/animal-welfare-seafront-sunday-set-31st-may-2020

Sidney's presents Niqi Brown as Tina Turner in aid of the GSPCA Saturday 21st March

After an amazing Christmas and New Year events Sidney’s Sponsored Events are starting the new decade with another amazing show stopper. On Saturday, 21 March 2020 from 19:30-22:30 at the Duke of Richmond Hotel from the UK Nigi Brown as Tina Turner will be entertaining the crowds. Book your tickets now for this fantastic night of entertainment where you can dance, sing and have fun. The dress code is smart casual or dress the part and with your ticket you can enjoy a two course meal and raffle. Tables of up to 12 and smaller parties always welcome. All this for just £48 per person with all funds in aid of the GSPCA. To book contact corinneconnolly@cwgsy.net or call 07911720469 Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “Sidney’s Sponsored Events do so much for the GSPCA as well as other charities and with another amazing event planned for this March we hope you can join us all for Niqi Brown as Tina Turner.” “For those that attended the Christmas and New Year Eve events run by Corinne and the Sidney Sponsored Event team you will know you will be set for a great night.” “Book early to avoid disappointment and a huge thanks again to Corinne and her team.” For more details please visit https://www.facebook.com/events/620655012019451/ http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/sidneys-presents-niqi-brown-tina-turner-aid-gspca-saturday-21st-march

GSPCA Pub Quiz at the Cock and Bull Wednesday 25th March 2020

On Wednesday 25th March GSPCA team members are holding a Pub Quiz at the Cock & Bull to raise funds for the many animals in our care and 24/7 work at the GSPCA. Organisors Beckie Bailey and Nicolle Morgan are asking you 'are you an animal whizz?' and if so 'come and test your knowledge. Details £30 per table Maximum of 6 people to a table/team 100% proceeds to the GSPCA Sit down is at 730pm as quiz starts at 8pm Prizes, raffle and laughter = puuuuuurrrrrfect night! How to book? If you would like to book a table please - email admin@gspca.org.gg phone 01481 257261 Please book before 11th March 2020 *There is a 50% deposit which must be paid to secure your table (non-refundable)* Beckie said "We are really excited about the Pub Quiz at the Cock & Bull on the 25th March and hope that we get a full house so please do call or email to book early." "We help over 3000 animals through the doors at the GSPCA and help so many more and with all proceeds going to help our work this is a really great way to support and help animals in Guernsey." Nicolle said "I work mainly on the small animal department and we have so many in need of vet care and new homes and the funds raised from the Pub Quiz will help so many animals." "Please do share the poster to help us promote this event and share the details on social media so we can get as many there as we can." To download a poster please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/83183566_597302094166359_2954997607715307520_n.jpg http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-pub-quiz-cock-and-bull-wednesday-25th-march-2020

Volunteer Induction Evening tonight at 630pm #GSPCAPurpleWeek

This week we celebrate 147 years of volunteers helping animals in Guernsey with our #GSPCAPurpleWeek and this evening we hold our second volunteer induction evening at 630pm. This week 147 years ago a group of volunteers came together to create the GSPCA and all these years later we continue to help the animals of the Bailiwick. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “This evening we hold our second volunteer induction of 2020 and it starts at 630pm.” “All are welcome but to help with the animals on site you must be 13 or over, for those younger they can help at our events.” “We are very blessed with so many volunteers from those that help every week to those that help once a year.” “We have been celebrating #GSPCAPurpleWeek and we cannot thank our volunteers enough for all that they do.” “24/7 volunteers help us around the clock from fund raising to covering the GSPCA animal ambulance.” “With hundreds of animals in our care and thousands through the doors every year there is always plenty to do in our 16 buildings at the Animal Shelter and out in the community.” “If you are interested in volunteering pleas pop along to the Shelter tonight at 630pm and to see more details and upcoming dates please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers or call us on 01481 257261.” “To find out about our #GSPCAPurpleWeek please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-purple-week .” http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/volunteer-induction-evening-tonight-630pm-gspcapurpleweek

Animal Antics Event with the GSPCA at Beau Cinema and showing of Secret Life of Pets 2

Join us at Beau Sejour on Saturday 22nd February for our Animal Antics Event and showing of Secret Life of Pets 2 From 1.30pm - Meet the adorable animals from the GSPCA, Guernsey SPCA in the Animal Zone and get some top tips on how to care for your pets. From 2.30pm - Watch The Secret Life Of Pets 2 in Beau Cinema All event tickets £5 (includes donation to the GSPCA). Book tickets online at: www.guernseytickets.gg/#487 Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We are very excited to be teaming up again with Beau Cinema on Saturday 22nd February for the Animal Antic event and showing of Secret Life of Pets 2.” “We will be in the foyer with animals from the GSPCA and lots of games and toys to raise funds for the many pets and animals in our care.” “There are many events upcoming and ways to support us which you can see by visiting https://www.gspca.org.gg/fundraising and we look forward seeing a full house for this fantastic film showing and event on the 22nd February.” “To find out more and visit the facebook event page please check out https://www.facebook.com/events/3427856650620074/ .” http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/animal-antics-event-gspca-beau-cinema-and-showing-secret-life-pets-2

Dog First Aid Course 630pm at the GSPCA Wednesday 18th March - find details here to book your place

On Wednesday 18th March we hold our first dog first aid course of 2020 at the GSPCA with a focus on helping save your dogs life. Taking the course will be GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne who has over 23 years working in the field of animal rescue and with over 3000 animals through the doors every year at the GSPCA the team see cases of animal first aid on a daily basis here in Guernsey. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We have been running dog and cat first aid courses for over five years and have trained over 250 participants to help save animals lives.” "We have ‘Casper’ who is our model first aid dog a bit like the Annie doll many may know for humans and he is a great way to show and learn how to carry out CPR on an unconscious dog." "We also have a Cat First Aid Course in April and another Dog First Aid Course in November." "As owners of pets our worst fear is not knowing what to do if our four legged friend has an injury and this training helps pet owners learn and understand ways to help save your pets life." The dates for the first aid courses are: Dog First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Wednesday 18th March 2020 - Ref - Dog 18/03 Cat First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Monday 8th April 2020 - Ref - Cat 8/4 Dog First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Monday 25th November 2020 - Ref - Dog 25/11 All first aid courses are a minimum £20 donation and you must book your place by 5pm before the course. Within the sessions you get the chance to learn about what to do if you were faced with an emergency situation with your dog or cat. All participants receive handouts, a few goodies and a certificate. To book your place call 01481 257261 or pay via the paypal link below using the reference code so we are aware which you would like to attend - www.paypal.me/DonateGSPCA http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/dog-first-aid-course-630pm-gspca-wednesday-18th-march-find-details-here-book-your-place

Online event BakeWithLuce Monday 11am raising funds for the animals at the GSPCA

One of our wonderful volunteers who helps each Monday and been very much missing walking the dogs and helping around the GSPCA has decided to help some much needed funds for the GSPCA. Check out this great online event this Monday - Lucy Radford tells us all about it “When I started bakewithluce it was never just about business. I simply wanted to try and live a more fulfilling and inspiring life. So where do you find that? in others of course... The team at the GSPCA are such an inspiration and for the past 6 months I've been volunteering. Every Monday 8am-10am I offer up my time and am usually found in the kennels. I take the woofers out for their morning stroll (and poop). It's a great start to my 'working' week and I'm missing it. However, it is not my time that is needed currently but money towards their running costs. This bakewithluce LIVE is a GSPCA special. We can still 'share the joy' and I'm hoping for just two pounds from anyone that joins. There are plenty of ways to donate more if you wish (found on the GSPCA website) but for this event please only two pounds. thank you xx” Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “With all our events postponed, boarding at an all time low and our charity shop closed raising funds for the animals in our care has NEVER been so important.” “We are missing all of our amazing volunteers and Lucy has been a real star over the last 6 months.” “To donate to Lucy’s Just Giving page please go to https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/bakewithluce and to check out her facebook page where this event will take place on Monday at 11am please go to https://www.facebook.com/bakewithluce/ .” “There many great ways and ideas to raise funds for the animals in our care on our website www.gspca.org.gg and to donate to our newly launched #GSPCACoronavirusAppeal please go to https://giving.gg/donate/event/5876/GSPCA-Coronavirus-Emergency-Appeal .” http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/online-event-bakewithluce-monday-11am-raising-funds-animals-gspca

GSPCA Share the Rainbow & Pets Drawing competition – closing date 15th April 2020

Today the GSPCA have launched a Drawing Competition which we are asking you to include the Stay Safe Rainbow and your pets or animals that you really like. A winner and runner up will be chosen from each age group which will include a GSPCA T-Shirt and other goodies which we will update you on soon. The age groups are – 5 years and under 6 – 11 years old 12 to 17 years old And for those a little older 18 and over so we can all get involved Entry fee is a minimum donation of £5 per entry and please reference your entrance with your name and contact details via our paypal link - www.paypal.me/DonateGSPCA or over the phone by calling 01481 257261 9am to 5pm Monday to Saturday or Sunday 11am to 4pm You can post your entries to GSPCA, Rue des Truchots, St Andrews, Guernsey GY6 8UD, or even safer and stay in please take a photo of your entries and email them to us via fundraising@gspca.org.gg or you can send them via our facebook messages https://www.facebook.com/GuernseySPCA . Please DO NOT visit the GSPCA with your entries at this time but if you have queries please call 01481 257261 or email us. Entries close midnight on the 15th April 2020 This competition was thought up by one of our team Emma Topley to help raise funds for the many animals in our care and will be judged by our amazing artist and award winning staff member Beckie Bailey. Emma Topley GSPCA Staff Member said “This is a great way we can all support the Shelter while many have to stay safe at home.” “We’ve got many rainbows around the GSPCA sharing the #StaySafe message and we wanted to run an event that everyone can get involved with young and old and we really don’t mind how artistic they are, you just need to include the rainbow and at least one animal which could be your pets or anything really, it is just a bit of fun.” Beckie Bailey GSPCA Staff Member said “I’m really looking forward seeing all the entries with rainbows and animals.” “This is a great way to get all the family involved and you can enter as many entries as you like but it is £5 minimum entry donation and every penny will help the many animals in our care and our 24 hour work.” Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager “What a great competition Emma has created to raise funds and spread the #StaySafe #GuernseyTogether and #ShareTheRainbow message.” “We are really missing all the events we would be attending and organising which not only raise essential funds, but also show case and promote our work.” “Earlier this week we launched our #GSPCACoronavirusCrisisAppeal and we have had an incredible response and can’t thank everyone enough that has donated so far, but with no events and only one boarding cat in our care we are doing all we can to raise the £2000 needed to run the Shelter each day.” “We battle on with our essential work rescuing animals, rehabilitating wildlife and so much more but without public support we cannot achieve so much.” “Having children at home myself and other family members indoors this is a great way to have a bit of show and also help raise funds for the animals in our care with some great prizes for the winner and runner up in each category.” "On a trip out with the children yesterday on our bikes for our exercise time we counted an amaing 187 rainbows and we are hoping our competition wil help add many more around the islands or from anywhere across the world." “If you aren’t feeling arty then you can still donate to our #GSPCACoronavirusCrisisAppeal by calling 01481 257261 or online https://giving.gg/donate/event/5876/GSPCA-Coronavirus-Emergency-Appeal .” “Good luck one and all and we can’t wait to see your entries.” In line with States of Guernsey advice please DO NOT visit the GSPCA if you are over 65, have an underlying health condition or have any symptoms of Coronavirus and only visit us if your visit is essential but before doing so please call us on 01481 257261 or email admin@gspca.org.gg before your trip to the GSPCA to see if we can help without you coming to the Shelter. For the latest information and advice please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/search/node/coronavirus http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-share-rainbow-pets-drawing-competition-%E2%80%93-closing-date-15th-april-2020

Donate to be entered into a draw with a chance to win an amazing Becky Rowe Jewellery Sterling Silver ”Luna” Unicorn

Today is World Unicorn Day and what better day to launch this wonderful opportunity. After hearing of our plea for help with fund raising for GSPCA during the Covid-19 crisis, Becky Rowe Jewellery contacted us offering to donate one of her Sterling Silver ”Luna” Unicorn Pendants. We are now offering you the chance to enter our draw to be the lucky winner. All you need to do is donate to GSPCA a minimum of £5.00, along with your name & contact number/email or donate through one of the online options where your details will be registered automatically, to win this Pendant. Please also like & share this post. You can donate to the #GuernseyCoronavirusCrisisAppeal and be in for a chance to win this amazing Sterling Silver ”Luna” Unicorn Pendant by donating £5 or more via https://giving.gg/donate/event/5876/GSPCA-Coronavirus-Emergency-Appeal , call us on 01481 257261 or by post GSPCA, Rue des Truchots, St Andrews, Guernsey, GY6 8UD The lucky winner will be announced 7th May 2020 Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “Today is World Unicorn Day and we are launching a wonderful chance to win a Sterling Silver ”Luna” Unicorn Pendant thanks to Becky Rowe Jewellery for all those donating £5 or more before midnight on 30th April 2020.” “We cannot thank Becky Rowe Jewellery enough and we also cannot thank all that have been so generous to our #GSPCACoronavirusCrisisAppeal .” “With over 300 animals in our care and more coming every day like last night 2 injured hedgehogs, 1 injured gull and a stray cat every penny raised helps make a huge to difference to the 24/7 work we carry out.” “We will make the draw from all those that have donated £5 or more from those that have donated online and we will check our Just Giving, giving.gg and Pay Pal account as well as those over the phone and through the post, please don’t come to the Shelter to make donations in person at this time due to the social distancing restrictions.” “The draw will take place on the 7th May 2020 and thank you to all those that do support us at this very difficult time.” To find out more about Becky Rowe Jewellery please visit www.beckyrowejewellery.com http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/donate-be-entered-draw-chance-win-amazing-becky-rowe-jewellery-sterling-silver-%E2%80%9Dluna%E2%80%9D-unicorn

Join or support the 2.6 Challenge in aid of the GSPCA - Save the UK's Charities

Raise funds or dontae to the 2.6 Challenge for the GSPCA by signing up here - https://twopointsixchallenge.justgiving.com/get-involved?charityId=249593&iesrc=ctr Organisers of mass-participation events across the country have launched a new virtual fundraiser to support UK charities during the Covid-19 crisis. The 2.6 Challenge aims to raise £67m by the end of April and is using the strapline “save the UK's charities”. The central day of the campaign will be 26 April, when the London Marathon was scheduled to take place. Last year the marathon raised £66.4m for charity. This year’s event has been postponed to October due to Covid-19. As part of the Mass Participation Sports Organisers (MSO) group, London Marathon Events has announced a virtual fundraiser to support charities instead. The public is being asked to take part in a 2.6 Challenge by running, walking or doing any other physical activity as long as it complies with social distancing guidelines, while donating or fundraising for a charity of their choice. In order to reach the target, 2.6 million people would need to raise or donate £26 each, or 260,000 people would need to generate £260 each. Charities have been encouraged to get on board with the campaign and ask their supporters to take part. Organisers have provided a marketing toolkit to make it easier for them to promote the initiative to their supporters. Today the GSPCA has signed up and you can easily donate or join in by going to https://twopointsixchallenge.justgiving.com/get-involved?charityId=249593&iesrc=ctr Organisers said sports bodies and celebrities will also be supporting the campaign, including former England cricket captain Andrew Strauss. Funds will be raised through the Virgin Money Giving and Just Giving platforms, which are both partners in the event. People can choose between donating to a specific charity or donating to a central pot managed by the Charities Aid Foundation (CAF). Funds from the central pot will be distributed to all participating charities, based on how much each has raised independently. ‘As inclusive as possible’ Organisers said the challenge is not just for runners or athletes, but can work for anyone. Nick Rusling, co-chair of MSO and chief executive of Human Race, said: “The 2.6 Challenge can be anything that works for you. You can run or walk 2.6 miles, 2.6km or for 26 minutes. You could do the same in your home or garden, go up and down the stairs 26 times, juggle for 2.6 minutes, do a 26 minute exercise class or get 26 people on a video call and do a 26 minute workout – anything you like. “We want people to get active, have fun and raise money to help Save the UK’s Charities by giving money or raising funds for the charity close to your heart.” Conservative figures from NCVO estimate that the sector will lose more than £4bn in 12 weeks due to the Covid-19 crisis. Organisers said that while they are conscious that the fundraiser will not “save” UK charities by itself, they are hoping it will strongly convey the message to the public that charities need support. Hugh Brasher, event director at London Marathon Events, said: “The work that you [charities] do is so important to society. We are well aware of the huge issues the sector is facing at the moment and we really want to try and help. “The London Marathon is the largest one-day annual fundraising event in the world, and normally on 26 April thousands of charities would be benefiting, over £66m would be raised and there would be so many positive stories. “We are trying to make it as inclusive as possible, for charities of whatever size. Everyone can get involved. “It really starts to build the conversation that Britain needs to understand the importance of the work that you do – that you do now, that you have done previously and that you will be doing in the future.” Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “Today the GSPCA have signed up for the 2.6 Challenge and what a great way to help raise funds for good causes and support charities.” “We have had many amazing supporters run the London Marathon and other communal events to help raise funds for the GSPCA and this is a great way we can all get involved with something to save our charities.” “To support the GSPCA by donating or making your own fund raising page please visit https://twopointsixchallenge.justgiving.com/get-involved?charityId=249593&iesrc=ctr .” “We launched our #GSPCACoronavirusCrisisAppeal as without boarding, charity shops and events it has become a real struggle to raise the £2000 a day to carry out our 24/7 work helping animals and our community.” “We cannot thank those enough that have already helped or donated to the GSPCA it is hugely appreciated.” The campaign is supported by the Charities Aid Foundation, the Institute of Fundraising, the Small Charities Coalition, the Office for Civil Society, Sport England, sportscotland, Sport Wales, Let’s Do This, Virgin Money Giving and JustGiving. In line with States of Guernsey advice please DO NOT visit the GSPCA if you are over 65, have an underlying health condition or have any symptoms of Coronavirus and only visit us if your visit is essential but before doing so please call us on 01481 257261 or email admin@gspca.org.gg before your trip to the GSPCA to see if we can help without you coming to the Shelter. For the latest information and advice please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/search/node/coronavirus With huge challenges on our resources and a drop in income from boarding and donations please help us help animals in Guernsey with our #GuernseyCoronavirusCrisisAppeal by donating online via - https://giving.gg/donate/event/5876/GSPCA-Coronavirus-Emergency-Appeal

GSPCA Virtual Petshow

We have launched our Virtual Petshow so we can celebrate animals in Guernsey and our pets past and present. Sadly due to the Corona virus the GSPCA has had to postpone it's biggest Seafront event and fundraiser of the year until 2021. Our Seafront Sunday, due to take place on Sunday May 31st is the biggest celebration of animals in Guernsey and raises much needed funds for the Shelter. This money is vital to enable us to continue with all of our essential work with companion animals and wildlife across the Islands. One of the biggest events on the day has always been our pet dog show and so we have decided to expand this event and enable us all to celebrate pets and wildlife during the Island lock down while helping us to raise money for the Charity at this very difficult time. Entries will be taken from Friday April 24th until May 24th. Judging will take place and winners will be announced on May 31st via our facebook page and website. Winners will receive a rosette, certificate and GSPCA t-shirt. Our class list: 1. Happiest pet(s) - lets see your pet at it's happiest; in the mud, eating dinner, making a mess! 2. Family selfie - as important members of the family, pets bring us so much joy. We'd love to see your family. 3. Animals in action - whatever your pet enjoys doing we'd love to see them; jumping, digging, running, flying, swimming 4. Sleeping pets - as we all try to relax and stay at home let's learn from the experts 5.Magazine cover model - photos that would make the front cover of a magazine; all of our pets are superstars. 6.Red carpet reptiles - let's not forget the reptiles in our lives 7.Pet most like it's owner - as we stay safe and spend more time at home maybe more of us are starting to resemble our pets ?? 8. Pets during lock down - how are you caring for and entertaining your pets while you are in lock down? 9. Wildlife in the home / garden - this can include any species; birds, spiders, snails, anything at all! 10. Gone but not forgotten - in memory of much loved but lost pets. The friends that have passed but never leave our hearts How to enter: You can enter as many categories as you like Minimum donation of £2 per photograph Please pay via paypal http://www.paypal.me/DonateGSPCA please reference your payment VPS and your name (cheques can also be made payable to 'GSPCA' and reference on the details on the back please) or or over the phone by calling 01481 257261 9am to 5pm Monday to Saturday or Sunday 11am to 4pm Email all entries to lorna@gspca.org.gg or post to GSPCA, Rue des Truchots, St Andrews, Guernsey GY6 8UD **PLEASE DO NOT DELIVER YOUR ENTRIES IN PERSON AS THIS IS NOT CLASSED AS AN ESSENTIAL JOURNEY** Email should include:- Entry photos Classes being entered Your name and your pets name (s) Proof of payment (if you paid over the phone the reception staff will pass on your details. More details available on our website: https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/guernseys-biggest-virtual-petshow-launch-friday-24th-april-place-animal-welfare-seafront-sunday See less