Paravets Teach Basic Vet Care to Rural Farmers
In the US, pet owners take it for granted they can go to a vet for vaccinations and other basic care. Many of these...
Poultry sector in crisis
Opinion article by Prof Robert Bragg, Veterinary Biotechnology in the Department of Microbiology and Biochemistry, University of the Free State
The poultry sector in South...
The Silent Horror of Rabies
Before we dive into the science and facts, let's face the chilling reality: rabies is a merciless predator lurking in the shadows. It doesn't...
What does the EU ban mean for antibiotic use in farm animals in...
With the ban on using all forms of routine farm antibiotics now in place in the European Union (EU), what does the situation hold...
WSAVA Launches Sub-Saharan Africa Vaccination Guidelines Project in South Africa
The Vaccination Guidelines Group (VGG) of the World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA) has launched a project to boost understanding of infectious diseases and...
WSAVA and Zoetis Target Enhanced Pain Management for Companion Animals with Certificate Launch
The World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA) is to launch a Certificate in Pain Management, supported by Zoetis, to promote the importance of companion...
Hope for Uganda livestock keepers as scientists develop first of its kind anti-tick vaccine
Hope at last for livestock farmers in Uganda following a breakthrough by scientists at the National Livestock Resources Institute (NaLIRRI) in developing first of...
Global First as WSAVA and Hill’s Pet Nutrition Launch Certificate in Professional Development and...
The World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA) and Hill’s Pet Nutrition are marking Mental Health Awareness Month this month with the announcement of a...
South African Veterinary Association (SAVA) Expresses Grave Concerns Over Animal Biosecurity Crisis
South Africa, Pretoria 18 May 2023 - The South African Veterinary Association (SAVA) is deeply troubled by the dire state of animal biosecurity in...
New rules for para-veterinary professions set to be a ‘game-changer’ for animal healthcare in...
South African rural dwellers and small-scale farmers are set to have increased access to primary animal healthcare with the promulgation of new rules for para-veterinary professionals that allow animal health technicians (AHTs) to open and own...