GSPCA to Host First Aid Training for Cats and Dogs

A Guernsey charity, the Guernsey Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (GSPCA), is organizing first aid courses designed to assist in saving pets’ lives. The GSPCA announced its intention to host a dog first aid course on November 12, followed by a session specifically for cats one week later. Both training sessions are scheduled to run from 18:30 to 20:45 GMT on their respective dates, and will provide participants with the opportunity to learn appropriate actions in an emergency situation involving their cat or dog, as stated by the GSPCA. Individuals wishing to participate in either session are required to make a minimum donation of £25 and have been requested to contact the charity. GSPCA manager Steve Byrne commented that the courses, which have been conducted annually for over seven years, have instructed a diverse range of individuals on how to respond if their pet experiences a medical emergency. “We always hope that the skills learned will not be needed but we have been told of circumstances of these skills helping in real life situations,” Mr Byrne said. He further added, “As owners of pets our worst fear is not knowing what to do if our four legged friend has an injury and this training helps pet owners learn and understand ways to help save your pets life.”