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

VACANCIES - Casual Animal Care & Casual Receptionist Posts

The GSPCA couldn’t achieve so much without our dedicated trained staff and we currently recruiting for casual staff, especially for those available during weekends and bank holidays. There are two roles which we are currently in need of staff that being Casual Receptionist and Casual Animal Care. It is preferable if applicants have a driving licence , but not necessarily essential at this time. To download an application pack please click here chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/viewer.html?pdfurl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gspca.org.gg%2Fsites%2Fdefault%2Ffiles%2Fapplication_ACA_pack_Aug%25202021%2520.pdf&clen=385220&chunk=true You can also get a pack sent out by calling 01481 257261 or email admin@gspca.org.gg We review casual applications on a weekly basis and successful candidates will be contacted by email for an interview. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We have a fantastic team at the GSPCA from the staff to the volunteers and with 3000 animals through our doors every year the work is really 24/7 365 days a year.” “Working for the GSPCA is hugely varied and every day we face new challenges.” “Although we do see some very sad and upsetting sights such as sick and cruelly treated animals, but we make a huge difference to their lives every day as well as helping our community in many ways.” “One really important aspect of these roles is working with the public, as without their support we couldn’t achieve so much, so customer relations is key to any applicant.” “The casual posts are being advertised as we are exceptionally busy at this time.” “There are hours available most days, especially for those that can help on weekends and bank holidays.” “Applications can be downloaded or please contact the front desk and they can send a pack out.” “We look forward to keen applicants wanting to help save animals lives and make a difference supporting our community in Guernsey.” http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/vacancies-casual-animal-care-casual-receptionist-posts

EXCITING NEWS GSPCA Relaunch the Wildlife Hospital Appeal can you help the future of the Bailiwicks wildlife

In February 2019 the States of Guernsey Planning Department gave the approval for the plans for the proposed new Wildlife Hospital at the GSPCA, but sadly due to covid and the global pandemic the project was put on hold. Nearly 3 years later the GSPCA are once again looking to the future for this much needed facility which is planned to replace a number of old buildings some which date back to the 1940’s. In 2018 the GSPCA launched a fundraising campaign for the facility and we are hugely grateful to all that have already supported this much needed facility but with rising costs we need your support more than aver to build a hospital to help the wildlife into the future. With just nearly £150,000 pledged or raised currently there is still a long way to go as the estimated costs for the facility are approximately £2,00,000 required to build the GSPCA Wildlife Hospital and to remove the old buildings. There are a number of ways you can help donate to this much needed project – To make a direct donation please visit - https://giving.gg/donate/event/4618/Please-Support-the-GSPCA-Wildlife-Hospital-Appeal 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 Larger donors or corporates may want to make a larger donation and become an Exclusive Build Partner and to find out more please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-exclusive-build-partner We have yet to go to tender for the build which is the next step to get exact costs but for those wanting to help in much larger ways here are the estimated costs for some of the facilities that make up the £2,000,000 – Demolitions £70,000 Sub-structure £80,000 Drainage £99,000 Slab £160,000 Roof £263,000 External Walls £180,000 Glazing to whole build £70,000 Each rehabilitation room £40,000 Central feed kitchen £35,000 Each marine rehabilitation room and access to pool £30,000 Rehabilitation Pool – to be confirmed Rehabilitation aviaries/pens - £15-20,000 each Receiving office where the public can drop animals off and they can be admitted and entered into the system - £25-30,000 With 6 seals currently at the GSPCA and over 100 hedgehogs, not to mention many other injured birds and wild rabbits you would think the GSPCA is extremely busy and you would be correct. Saying this Spring is fast approaching and that means the numbers of animals to come into the care of the Shelter is increasing daily. The new Wildlife Hospital would help house the 2000+ wildlife that come through the GSPCA doors each year and with our environment a major concern a facility that would help benefit future generations. That means that is you looked at the cost per animal in the first year alone the build in the first year is £450 per wild animal and over a 10 year period £45 per animal. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “It seems a long time since we got planning for a new Wildlife Hospital at the GSPCA and we are once again looking to the future.” “A new Wildlife Hospital is well over due not only for us here at the GSPCA but for the whole of the Channel Islands.” “We currently have 6 seal pups which is more than we have ever cared for to get back to the wild and with 2 from Jersey and 4 from Guernsey our facilities are used to help wildlife not just in Guernsey.” “We often have wildlife from Alderney, Sark, Herm and even Jethou at the GSPCA.” “We help over 2000 wild animals and birds every year and you’d be surprised what we get called out for.” “In recent years we have helped Olivia the loggerhead turtle, Fortune the dolphin, many oiled birds this winter, over 700 hedgehogs a year and even an eel in the middle of the road on a rainy day.” “We have raised and had pledged just nearly £150,000 towards the proposed Wildlife Hospital, so we have a long way to go to the £2,000,000 and every penny helps and is very much appreciated.” “We have had to re-look at the plans as build costs have gone up in many ways.” “For the last 2 years it has really been a battle to ensure we get through not just with funding but with all the struggles the pandemic has brought.” “Next month we celebrate 149 years helping the animals oof Guernsey and wouldn’t it be fantastic next year for our 150th celebrations to open a new Wildlife Hospital.” "We are really hoping to start work on the much needed facility this year and cannot acheive this without the amazing support of our fabulous community." Yvonne Chauvel GSPCA Senior Animal Care Assistant said “We are coming up to Spring at the GSPCA and it is always the busiest time of the year for wildlife.” “It is such wonderful news that we are relaunching the Wildlife Hospital Appeal and we now need the support and donations to build this new, much needed facility.” “Some months we have well over 200 wild animals and birds arrive sick and injured at the GSPCA and currently have 6 seals and over 100 hedgehogs.” “I have worked and helped at the GSPCA for over 25 years and although we have made improvements for the wildlife in our care we have needed new wildlife facilities for some time.” Geoff George Animal Collection Officer and Head of Marine Mammals said “With 6 grey seal pups we are able to provide what they need but the new Wildlife Hospital would give much better facilities and if we were needed to help more than six seals then we build would be able to do so.” “Day and night we are called out to help wildlife and we often help the other islands also.” “I’m called out to help rescue more wildlife than domestic animals and it would be fantastic to have a new building for them as many of the wildlife areas are in need of replacing and rebuilding.” Steve continued “There are many ways to help us towards to the proposed Wildlife Hospital from a donation to Buying a Brick, becoming a Build Sponsor to paying for an actual room or area of the building and to find out more please check out our website, call 257261 or email stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg .” "We have all seen Blue Planet 2 and what we are doing to our environment and this build would help the 1000's of animals of Guernsey that are found sick or injured each year back to the wild." See above for the links and ways to help towards this much needed build. http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/exciting-news-gspca-relaunch-wildlife-hospital-appeal-can-you-help-future-bailiwicks-wildlife

Golf Challenge for GSPCA, the Guernsey Blind Association & Guernsey Alzheimer's Association

Alex Murrell is raising funds for the GSPCA, Guernsey Blind Association ( La Grande Mare Golf Club Mens Captain's charity) and Guernsey Alzheimer's Association. (Lady Captain's charity) Alex Murrell said “I will be attempting to play the 10th hole at La Grande Mare Golf Club 100 times in 1 day, June 21st.” “l am looking forward to raising as much as I can for these 3 fantastic charities.” Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “Today Alex is attempting to play the 10th hole at La Grande Mare Golf Club 100 times in 1 day is aid of GSPCA, the Guernsey Blind Association & Guernsey Alzheimer's Association.” “From the GSPCA we are hugely grateful and wish Alex the best with this challenge on a very warm day.” To sponsor Alex please visit https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/alex-murrell-1 Steve continued “There are many ways you can help support our vital 24/7 work and donate or raise funds for the hundreds of animals in our care.” “With over 65 hedgehogs, 4 seal pups, dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets, fish, reptiles and many birds we help over 3000 animals through the doors every year.” “If you would like to support our Amazon Wish List and see lists of items that we use every day and things that we are appealing for.” “If would like to help with wish list items you can call us on 01481 25721 or email admin@gspca.org.gg or the easy way to see many items we are in need is by going to our Amazon Wish List https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/25MJPPDAGXHL1?type=WishList .” “We do promote buying items locally but shopping online can help raise funds at the same time as if you select the GSPCA through easy fund raising part of the amount through 1000’s of online retailers comes back to the GSPCA and it has raised over £2500.” “To sign up to do this please visit http://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/guernseyspca/?u=1CHID8 .” “Sadly Amazon Smile doesn’t allow Guernsey charities to sign up but you can go through easy fund raising to achieve the same donation.” “As mentioned you can always chose to donate via local stores and the Amazon Wish List is a shop front showing some of the items we need but there are many others and we have published these on our Wish List page http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/our-plans-wish-list .” “A gift of a tiny bowl costing less than a £1 to a £600 intensive care unit, every donation is hugely appreciated and really makes the team smile that there are those that care and want to support our work.” “Another amazing way to support our work is by just a couple of pounds each month can make a massive difference in helping the animals in our care and to find out more please go to http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Angel%20sponsor%20form%20special%202018%20new.pdf .” “To make a donation you can go to https://giving.gg/donate/charity/2/Guernsey-Society-for-the-Prevention-of-Cruelty-to-Animals-(GSPCA) .” “Something for your diaries in 2023 we are running a Puffin Parade and to sponsor a 4 foot puffin with the GSPCA and Autism Guernsey go to - http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/2023-autism-guernsey-and-gspca-will-bring-puffin-parade-guernsey-%E2%80%93-could-you-sponsor-and-paint- “ “We couldn’t do so much without your support.” To sponsor Alex https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/alex-murrell-1 To see the full story https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/please-sponsor-alex-murrell%E2%80%99s-golf-challenge-gspca-guernsey-blind-association-guernsey-alzheime

Towels and Blanket Appeal at the GSPCA

With nearly 500 animals in our care we are extremely busy at the GSPCA and are appealing for blankets and especially towels to help to provide them with bedding, to help with handling and drying off. Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said "We use hundreds of towels and blankets every day at the GSPCA and our 4 laundry machines are on around the clock." "As towels and blankets are used they can get torn by the animals or for those used in isolation or quarantine areas may have to be disposed of for medical reasons." "If you have any spare towels or blankets please think of the hundreds of animals in our care and you can drop them off any time of the night or day." “Ideally if you can drop them in between 9am and 5pm Monday to Saturday or Sunday 11am to 4pm our reception and shop area is open but there is always someone on site 24/7 and we welcome all donations of blankets and towels to help care for the 500 animals at the GSPCA.” “To see other items needed please visit our Wish List items and plans please visit http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/our-plans-wish-list .” To find us we are located at the GSPCA, Rue des Truchots, St Andrews, Guernsey GY6 8UD and Perry Guide page 24 A1 off Route de la Croix au Bailiff or visit this link to see a map http://www.gspca.org.gg/contact For information call 01481 257261 or email admin@gspca.org.gg https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/towels-and-blanket-appeal-gspca

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

Volunteers needed and Vacancies at the GSPCA especially for weekend hours

At the GSPCA we are extremely busy and we are calling any of our amazing volunteers with any time to help, those interested in helping and also recruiting for new team members. From helping with our busy ambulance service to walking dogs, our full cattery to our packed rabbit and small animal department, over 100 hedgehogs to over 30 reptiles, gardening to helping on reception. All trained volunteers need to do is pop in and the team will have plenty for you to do and a huge thanks in advance. For those that would like to become a volunteer please download and return the following application form to stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg and we can arrange a remote induction or we do have on site inductions coming up http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Volunteer%20Application%20Au... For a PDF application chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/viewer.html?pdfurl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gspca.org.gg%2Fsites%2Fdefault%2Ffiles%2FVolunteer%2520Application%2520Aug%25202021.pdf&clen=67366&chunk=true Next Induction dates set are: 630pm Thursday 4th August 2022 630pm Thursday 29th September 2022 The volunteer age for inductions is now from 16 years and up and we have opportunities in all parts of our activities here at the GSPCA. We are currently advertising for additional staff members at the GSPCA. If you would like to apply for a vacancy to download a pack please click here chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/application_ACA_pack_July%202022%20.pdf You can also get a pack sent out by calling 01481 257261 or email admin@gspca.org.gg All applicants are required to complete an application form which is included in the pack and return it to the GSPCA, Rue des Truchots, St Andrews, Guernsey, GY6 8UD or email stevejbyrne@gspca.org.gg Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “It is incredibly busy at the GSPCA and we are currently recruiting for new staff especially for the weekends and for new volunteers as well as those that might have stopped during covid we would love to see back at the Shelter.” “Volunteers need to be at least 16 and if you fill in an application form we could get you started very quickly.” “Application packs for the vacancies can be downloaded from our website, collected from our reception or we can post them out.” “We are incredibly lucky to have such an amazing team at the GSPCA and if you would like to be part of a charity that makes a real difference then please do get in touch.” https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/volunteers-needed-and-vacancies-gspca-especially-weekend-hours

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