SAVC
More awareness’ is the key to helping rural farmers access veterinary care
“Awareness, awareness, awareness.” It is critical for farmers and pet owners in rural areas to be made aware of the importance of proper preventative veterinary care to ensure optimal animal health, says South African Veterinary Council (SAVC) vice-president and veterinarian Dr Nomsa Mnisi. People living in South Africa’s more[...]
SAVC welcomes the conviction of two people practising illegally as veterinary professionals
The South African Veterinary Council (SAVC) welcomes the recent conviction and sentencing of two women who have been illegally practising as veterinary professionals, placing the lives of animals at risk and deceiving and defrauding South African pet owners. “These guilty findings show that our complaints process is working, and[...]
SAVC: how the animal health industry functions as a well-oiled machine
Did you know that your local neighbourhood veterinarian isn’t the only professional within the animal health industry? There are many other professions within the broader industry, which professions are called para-veterinary professions. And if you’re thinking of pursuing a career in this field, you’ll be glad to know there[...]