fp Turks and Caicos

The Grand Turk Chapter of the Turks and Caicos Society for the Prevention for the Cruelty to Animals held its first spay/neuter clinic Aug. 8-13, it was a resounding success.

Air Turks and Caicos donated transportation for TCI government veterinarian Dr. Mark Butler, TCSPCA volunteer veterinarian Dr. Rich Sefcik and volunteers to fly to Grand Turk to perform surgeries and conduct visits for local pets.

Fifty-seven spay/neuter surgeries were performed during the week, which will result in a significant reduction of unwanted pets on the island. A number of dogs and cats also received health check-ups, vaccinations and medication in addition to being registered with the Department of Environmental Health.

Lance Dowridge, assistant veterinary officer/animal control officer, helped with the setting up of the clinic and worked with owners who needed help with transporting their pets to the clinic for appointments.

The Grand Turk chapter was formed in the spring to ensure that every animal in the TCI is cared for and free from abuse.

The chapter’s shop, located on Duke Street just before it turns into Queen Street, is now open on cruise ship days as well as on Saturdays from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. There you can purchase dog and cat collars, pet toys, T-shirts and other goodies.

For more information about the Grand Turk chapter, call 247-6235.

Photo: Government veterinarian Dr. Mark Butler

Thank you!

The Grand Turk TCSPCA would like to thank all of the pet owners who brought their dogs and cats to the clinic.
A special thank you also goes out to the following local businesses and residents for making this clinic a wonderful success:

Tom & Ginny  Allan
Susan Blehr
Bohio
Dr. Mark Butler
Chris Davies-James
Lance Dowridge
Dept. of Environmental Health
Jackie & Alessio Garbarino
Joan Garneau
Brent & Nielda Gervan
Audrey Harrell & Mitch Rolling
Stephanie & Deon Human
Nikki Miller-Jennings
Donna Murray
Dr. Rich Sefcik
Ibis van Walleghem
Osprey Beach Hotel
The Potcake Foundation
Potcake Place
Salt Raker Inn
SandBar
Pat & Neil Saxton
Maeve Smythe
Lucy Schofield & Nate Wieser
Larry & Shannon Taylor
Air Turks and Caicos