Animals news


Herm pupils visit Shelter to see where their money goes

AFTER raising money for the GSPCA, Herm Island School had a tour around the Animal Shelter and met some of the animals there.


GSPCA warns of bogus animal welfare officers

FRAUDSTERS posing as GSPCA welfare officers could have forced intimidated animal owners into handing over their pets, the charity has warned.


Smuggling of snake was a ‘spur of the moment thing’

A MOTHER who illegally imported a boa constrictor has spoken of the bond she and her four-year-old son developed with the endangered snake.


Kennel cough calls halt on dog events

KENNEL cough has closed down local dog activities.


We take good care of our animals, say pet shop proprietors

PET shops have defended their animal welfare records, after the GSPCA told islanders not to buy from them.


New year is ‘likely start for animal law’

NEW animal welfare legislation is likely to come into force by early next year.


Gulls struck down by a mysterious illness

THE GSPCA has asked islanders to be vigilant after 18 sick gulls were brought in over the weekend suffering from a mystery illness.


Racing animals not cruel, say organisers

AN INTERNATIONAL animal welfare charity has expressed concern at the use of farm animals for fun events in the Bailiwick.


Bouet pet shop ‘in the wrong place’

ANIMAL AID founder Sue Vidamour is concerned that the opening of a new pet shop will lead to an increase in abandoned animals.


Dogs can have suite with TV at new pet hotel

A NEW kennels facility has opened at Rue des Longs Camps, St Saviour’s.

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