Bedfordview Vet Hospital

28/12/2024

New Year’s Eve is fast approaching. Please prepare yourselves and your beloved fur-babies.

Please have 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗱, should they get a fright and get lost. If they 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗱, 𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝘂𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀 with the relevant microchip company.

If your pet is 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐝 or 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐚 𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐚𝐠, 𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐰𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 on the 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐫 with a 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐫.

If your pet is sensitive to noise, you can 𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐞.

Please read an article ~

https://www.mikebolhuis.co.za/post/project-the-2024-holiday-season-part-15-fireworks-in-south-africa-its-legality-and-how-it-aff

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Today, 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟱𝘁𝗵 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝘀 𝗚𝘂𝘆 𝗙𝗮𝘄𝗸𝗲𝘀. Please prepare yourselves and your beloved fur-babies tonight; as there 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗯𝗹𝘆 𝗯𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀. Yet we do not know why; as Guy Fawkes holds no relevance to our country.

Please have 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗱, should they get a fright and get lost. If they 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗱, 𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝘂𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀 with the microchip company.

If your pet is sensitive to noise, you can 𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐞..

Please read an article written in November 2022

https://phys.org/news/2022-11-fireworks-evidence-distress-animals-case.html

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On 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝟑𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐲 𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 is the time of the year where a large part of our community will be 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐢𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐢, the celebration of lights.
Please prepare yourselves and 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐬 on both these nights; as there will be fireworks happening in our areas from 7pm to 10pm.
EMPD is aware of this religious holiday and the times where fireworks are allowed to be used. They will monitor the area, along with SAPS and local CPF.
On 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝟑𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐃𝐢𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐢 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐚𝐥𝐬𝐨 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐧. Unfortunately, on Halloween cats which are entirely white or entirely black fall victims to cruelty.
If you do not have cat fencing or catios in place, please keep your cats indoors.
Every year during 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧, many 𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐬 (both dogs and cats) become confused and anxious, often 𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐝𝐮𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐞𝐚𝐫 / 𝐧𝐨𝐢𝐬𝐞.
Please have your 𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐝.
If your pet is sensitive to noise, you can 𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐞.
𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧:-
Diwali - 31 October and possibly 1 November
Guy Fawkes Day - 5 November
Christmas Eve - 24 December
Day of Goodwill - 26 December
New Year’s eve - 31 December
New Year’s Day - 1 January

Click Here For Fireworks Bylaws: https://bit.ly/FireworksBylaws

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New Year's Eve - Sunday, 31st December 2023

The distress, anxiety, and fear experienced by pets and wildlife during firework displays is a matter of great concern. As responsible and compassionate individuals, we need to reconsider the necessity of these dazzling but potentially harmful displays.

By choosing alternative ways to celebrate special occasions and holidays that do not involve fireworks, we can protect the well-being of our four-legged friends, as well as the environment. This decision not only demonstrates our commitment to the welfare of animals but also promotes a more harmonious coexistence with the creatures we share our planet with. Ultimately, it’s a small sacrifice for the sake of the happiness, comfort, and safety of our beloved animal companions, and it reflects our dedication to creating a more compassionate and empathetic society.

This year volunteer at your local shelters when fireworks are being set off by these selfish humans so you can help comfort the animals. Help us educate others by sharing this information and reporting any unlawful selling or use of fireworks. Don’t support any firework displays!
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Diwali / Tihar or Dipawali - Sunday, 12 November 2023

… is the Festival of Lights that symbolises the human ability to overcome, light triumphing over darkness, good over evil. It is celebrated over the course of five days, where people clean their homes, shop for anything that brings good
fortune, and get together with family and friends to enjoy the festival.

Please take note :- Security companies and CPF are not allowed to respond to any Firework complaints. It is a Municipality By-law and therefor only EMPD or SAPS are allowed to respond.
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Frid, 5th Nov 2021

Copied from:-
Animal Welfare Society of SA
October21st, 2021 at 9:18 PM

https://www.facebook.com/awsphilippi/posts/4656102101077082

Ensure all animals have identification - sudden loud bangs can cause pet(s) to run away and get lost. Remember their hearing is far more acute than ours - i.e. they can hear a grasshopper eating.

Copied from:-
NSPCA - National Council of SPCAs
November 3rd, 2017

Guy Fawkes holds no relevance to our country – if you feel compelled to celebrate this night, refrain from using fireworks. Fireworks terrify animals!


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30th Dec 2020

Taken from the NSPCA’s fb page:- ……..

Be responsible and considerate this New Year.

Let us honour the request of our President this New Year by lighting candles (instead of setting off fireworks) in memory of those we have lost to the pandemic and in tribute to those fighting on the front-line to protect us from the virus.

Read more about fireworks and keeping your pets safe on our website at: https://nspca.co.za/animal.../companion-animals/fireworks/

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November 2020:-

Know the signs of fear:
Dogs and cats can show a variety of signs when they are feeling fearful, some have very obvious signs but others may suffer in silence.
What to look out for:

Dogs:-

Tense face, wide eyes, ears back
Pacing, panting, drooling or excessive barking
Hiding in dark spaces or digging
Seeking reassurance from their owners, trying to get as close as
possible or not wanting to be touched at all
Ignoring treats or games
Shaking or whining
Very quiet or very excitable
Loss of toilet control or being too scared to move

Cats:-

Hiding in unusual places
Avoiding any contact
Scratching objects or spraying in the house
Eating too much or not eating at all
Excessive grooming
Toileting indoors or in unusual places
Not wanting to play or be touched



What should pet owners do to make sure that their animals are not adversely affected by fireworks?

What are some easy tips on how to keep them safe?

• Stay at home with your pet, they are likely to stress less if there is someone they know and trust around.

• Stay indoors, with the doors, windows and curtains closed. This may assist with muffling out the bangs and blocking out the bright flashes.

• Turn on the TV or radio to block out the loud bangs with familiar sounds.

• Provide toys or some form of enrichment that may assist in keeping your pet distracted from the fireworks.

• Exercise your pets earlier on in the day rather than in the afternoon when fireworks are more likely to be set off.

• Keep your pets away from windows or glass doors which they may jump through.

• Smaller pets like rabbits and guinea pigs, as well as larger pets such as horses should not be forgotten. Smaller pets should be moved into a secure, quiet area or brought indoors. Larger animals should be stabled early to become familiar with their surroundings, or moved to a place where fireworks will not be set off well in advance to the days where fireworks are used.



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December 2018:-

https://web.facebook.com/NSPCA
NSPCA - National Council of SPCAs
.... we advise everyone to contact their local SPCA on their emergency line directly for assistance in animal welfare/cruelty cases:

https://web.facebook.com/spca.germiston.bedfordview

https://web.facebook.com/edenvalespca
Edenvale SPCA

https://web.facebook.com/albertonspca

24/12/2024

Dec 2024

Wishing you a beautiful Christmas filled with love, laughter, kindness, respect and unforgettable moments. Thank you to our valued clients for your continued support.

Warm wishes, from the Bedfordview Vet Team.

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Dec 2023

May Christmas bring happiness and health to you and your fur-babies and may the sparkle of Christmas fill your heart and your home.

Thank you for your preference and confidence in our practice.

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Dec 2022

Whatever you celebrate … may it be filled with all your favourite people, things + eats.

Wishing you + yours the happiest of holiday seasons.

To those of you who do celebrate Christmas … may your Christmas sparkle with moments of love, laughter + goodwill.

Wishing you all … an abundance of love + peace as we move into the festive season.

Stay safe.

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Dec 2021

May your heart and home be filled with compassion, love and kindness.

Wishing you a little more sparkle and little less stress.

Thank you for your loyal support during yet another challenging year.

May you receive love in abundance and joy that lasts throughout this season.

Warmest Merry Christmas wishes to you and your loved ones.

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Dec 2020

Let us make this Christmas more memorable and happier with a smile on our face. May the simple joys of Christmas warm your heart, fill your home and last a lifetime.

Kindly accept our gratitude for your loyal support during this challenging year.

Wishing you a beautiful, wonderful and healthy Merry Christmas.

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All our clients, supporters, followers + their furkids or feathered kids or scaled kids, who celebrate Christmas ... wishing you

* a Merry Christmas
* and lots of love, light, peace, joy and happiness

Thank you for your continued support.

24/12/2024

Reminder to keep 𝑪𝒉𝒐𝒄𝒐𝒍𝒂𝒕𝒆 out of your pets reach over the holiday season.

Theobromine, a chemical known as an ‘alkaloid’ is poisonous to dogs, cats & rabbits and they are unable to metabolize theobromine effectively.

If they eat chocolate, the theobromine can remain in their bloodstreams for days and they may experience fast heart rate, severe diarrhea, epileptic seizures, heart attacks, internal bleeding and in some cases even death

If your pet has snapped up your favourite chocolates, please call your vet. They can calculate how much of the toxins your pet actually consumed compared to their body weight and the cocoa content of the chocolate - the darker the chocolate, the more toxic it is likely to be.

If your pet manages to sneak your chocky treats, please call your Vet immediately for advice. They may ask you to bring your pet in or to monitor your pet for any signs of poisoning and advise you accordingly.

Remember to keep all chocolate products shut away and out of your pet’s reach

Other Christmas Dangers:-

* 𝑮𝒓𝒂𝒑𝒆𝒔

* 𝑪𝒉𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒎𝒂𝒔 𝑷𝒖𝒅𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈

* 𝑴𝒊𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝒑𝒊𝒆𝒔

Fresh grapes and dried vine fruits like sultanas, currants and raisins nearly always effects the kidneys and can result in renal failure. This means that time is important and your pet should be seen by a vet as soon as possible.

* 𝑷𝒐𝒊𝒏𝒔𝒆𝒕𝒕𝒊𝒂𝒔, 𝑯𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒚, 𝑰𝒗𝒚 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑴𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒍𝒆𝒕𝒐𝒆

They can be toxic to pets if ingested. Opt for pet-safe alternatives, like fake versions or place them out of your pet’s reach.

* 𝑳𝒊𝒍𝒍𝒊𝒆𝒔

* 𝑴𝒂𝒄𝒂𝒅𝒂𝒎𝒊𝒂 𝑵𝒖𝒕𝒔

Macadamia nuts can cause paralysis of the hind legs anywhere from 12 to 24 hours. Can cause lethargy, vomiting, hyperthermia and tremors in cats.

* 𝑪𝒐𝒐𝒌𝒆𝒅 𝑴𝒆𝒂𝒕 𝒃𝒐𝒏𝒆𝒔

* 𝑶𝒏𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔, 𝑮𝒂𝒓𝒍𝒊𝒄, 𝒔𝒕𝒖𝒇𝒇𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒍𝒊𝒌𝒆 𝒔𝒉𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒐𝒕𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒄𝒉𝒊𝒗𝒆𝒔

These are part of the Allium family and contain a compound called N-propyl disulfide.

This is a toxic compound that can harm pets’ red blood cells and lead to life-threatening anaemia.

If your pet has eaten any foods containing onions or other allium products, contact your vet for advice. It’s important to remember that symptoms are often delayed, so seek advice even if your pet seems healthy.

* 𝑳𝒆𝒇𝒕 𝑶𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒔

23/12/2024

The Forgotten Dog’s Christmas Poem

Twas the night before Christmas when all thru the house,
Not a creature was stirring not even a mouse.
The stockings were hung by the chimney with care,
In hopes that St. Nick soon would be there.
The children all nestled snug in their beds,
With no thought of the dog filling their head.
And mom in her kerchief and I in my cap,
Knew the dog was cold but didn’t care about that.
When out on the lawn there arose such a clatter,
I sprang from the bed to see what was the matter.
Away to the window, I flew like a flash,
Figuring the dog was free of his chain and into the trash.
The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow,
Gave the luster of mid-day to objects below.
When what to my wondering eyes should appear,
But Santa Claus with his eyes full of tears.
He unchained the dog once so lively and quick,
Last year’s Christmas present now painfully sick.
More rapid than eagles he called the dog’s name,
And the dog ran to him despite all his pain.
Now Dasher, now Dancer, now Prancer and V***n,
On Comet on Cupid on Donner and Blitzen.
To the top of the porch to the top of the wall,
Let’s find this dog a home where he will be loved by all.
I knew in an instant there would be no gifts this year,
For Santa had made one thing quite clear.
The gift of a dog is not just for the season,
We had gotten the dog for all the wrong reasons.
In our haste to think of the kids a gift,
There was one important thing we missed.
A dog should be family and cared for the same,
You don’t give a gift, then put it on a chain.

And I heard him explain as he rode out of site,
“You weren’t given a gift, you were given a life.”

—Arthur Unknown

21/12/2024

🎅🌲 Trading Hours 🎅🌲

We remain open 365 days a year.

Mondays to Fridays
07h30 to 18h30

Saturdays
08h00 to 12h00
16h30 to 18h00

Sundays
10h00 to 12h00
16h30 to 18h00

Public Holidays
(including Christmas Day
and New Year’s Day)
10h00 to 12h00
16h30 to 18h00

Please note that an “Out of Hours / Emergency Hours” Surcharge applies on:-

Saturday afternoons
16h30 to 18h00

Sundays
10h00 to 12h00
16h30 to 18h00

Public Holidays
10h00 to 12h00
16h30 to 18h00

To avoid disappointment, please ensure that appointments are booked during normal consultation hours. Appointments will take preference over non-appointments.

We understand that some health concerns are unexpected, thus should there not be time to make an appointment; we will do our utmost to accommodate you.

Our Veterinary staff do require time before we open to attend to hospital patients and to dispense medication.

We would like to ask for sufficient time to consult with your pet and would appreciate it if you could arrive at least 15 minutes before closing.

We would like to extend our gratitude for your continued support.

Kind regards,
Bedfordview Veterinary Hospital
28A Concorde Road WEST
(next to CANSA, around the corner from Eastgate shopping centre)
011-616-4088 / 011-616-3245 / WhatsApp 067-237- 1013

18/12/2024

Our phone lines are currently down, should you need to contact us use our practice Whatsapp number (067 237 1013).

10/12/2024

The 10𝙩𝙝 𝙤𝙛 𝘿𝙚𝙘𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧 every year is observed as 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝘼𝙣𝙞𝙢𝙖𝙡 𝙍𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙨 𝘿𝙖𝙮. This is a day during which animal rights advocates attempt to grab the public’s attention and persuade them to 𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩 𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙢𝙖𝙡𝙨 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙩 that all living beings deserve.

Just like humans, 𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙢𝙖𝙡𝙨 𝙛𝙚𝙚𝙡 𝙥𝙖𝙞𝙣 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙡𝙤𝙨𝙨, and that’s why it’s important for us to put ourselves in their proverbial paws. How society treats animals is a reflection of the morality of that society.

𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘏𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘐𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘈𝘯𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘭 𝘙𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘴 𝘋𝘢𝘺

This holiday was created by Uncaged in 1998. The purpose of this animal rights association in creating this day was to highlight the forms of violence that are too often used against animals.

They further state that 𝙝𝙪𝙢𝙖𝙣 𝙗𝙚𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙥𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙞𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙬𝙚𝙡𝙡-𝙗𝙚𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙤𝙛 𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙢𝙖𝙡𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙞𝙧 𝙘𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙢𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙙𝙤 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙮 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙩𝙤 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙩𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙢𝙖𝙡𝙨’ 𝙧𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙥𝙧𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙣𝙚𝙚𝙙𝙡𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙨𝙪𝙛𝙛𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜. The date for 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙝𝙤𝙡𝙞𝙙𝙖𝙮 𝙬𝙖𝙨 𝙘𝙝𝙤𝙨𝙚𝙣 𝙗𝙚𝙘𝙖𝙪𝙨𝙚 𝙞𝙩’𝙨 𝙖𝙡𝙨𝙤 𝙃𝙪𝙢𝙖𝙣 𝙍𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙨 𝘿𝙖𝙮.

𝘖𝘣𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘐𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘈𝘯𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘭 𝘙𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘴 𝘋𝘢𝘺

International Animal Rights Day not only wants people to act for the day but also aims to change people’s attitudes toward animals all year long. 𝘼𝙣𝙞𝙢𝙖𝙡𝙨 𝙨𝙝𝙤𝙪𝙡𝙙 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙗𝙚 𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙖𝙨 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙩𝙮 𝙗𝙪𝙩 𝙞𝙣𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙖𝙙 𝙨𝙝𝙤𝙪𝙡𝙙 𝙗𝙚 𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙖𝙨 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙢𝙖𝙡𝙨.

07/12/2024

But remember to clean water bowls daily to prevent the spread of disease. It’s hot out there 🥵 Thank you for caring!

07/12/2024

05/11/2024

Today, 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟱𝘁𝗵 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝘀 𝗚𝘂𝘆 𝗙𝗮𝘄𝗸𝗲𝘀. Please prepare yourselves and your beloved fur-babies tonight; as there 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗯𝗹𝘆 𝗯𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀. Yet we do not know why; as Guy Fawkes holds no relevance to our country.

Please have 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗱, should they get a fright and get lost. If they 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗱, 𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝘂𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀 with the microchip company.

If your pet is sensitive to noise, you can 𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐞..

Please read an article written in November 2022

https://phys.org/news/2022-11-fireworks-evidence-distress-animals-case.html

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On 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝟑𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐲 𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 is the time of the year where a large part of our community will be 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐢𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐢, the celebration of lights.
Please prepare yourselves and 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐬 on both these nights; as there will be fireworks happening in our areas from 7pm to 10pm.
EMPD is aware of this religious holiday and the times where fireworks are allowed to be used. They will monitor the area, along with SAPS and local CPF.
On 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝟑𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐃𝐢𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐢 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐚𝐥𝐬𝐨 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐧. Unfortunately, on Halloween cats which are entirely white or entirely black fall victims to cruelty.
If you do not have cat fencing or catios in place, please keep your cats indoors.
Every year during 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧, many 𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐬 (both dogs and cats) become confused and anxious, often 𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐝𝐮𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐞𝐚𝐫 / 𝐧𝐨𝐢𝐬𝐞.
Please have your 𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐝.
If your pet is sensitive to noise, you can 𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐞.
𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧:-
Diwali - 31 October and possibly 1 November
Guy Fawkes Day - 5 November
Christmas Eve - 24 December
Day of Goodwill - 26 December
New Year’s eve - 31 December
New Year’s Day - 1 January

Click Here For Fireworks Bylaws: https://bit.ly/FireworksBylaws

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New Year's Eve - Sunday, 31st December 2023

The distress, anxiety, and fear experienced by pets and wildlife during firework displays is a matter of great concern. As responsible and compassionate individuals, we need to reconsider the necessity of these dazzling but potentially harmful displays.

By choosing alternative ways to celebrate special occasions and holidays that do not involve fireworks, we can protect the well-being of our four-legged friends, as well as the environment. This decision not only demonstrates our commitment to the welfare of animals but also promotes a more harmonious coexistence with the creatures we share our planet with. Ultimately, it’s a small sacrifice for the sake of the happiness, comfort, and safety of our beloved animal companions, and it reflects our dedication to creating a more compassionate and empathetic society.

This year volunteer at your local shelters when fireworks are being set off by these selfish humans so you can help comfort the animals. Help us educate others by sharing this information and reporting any unlawful selling or use of fireworks. Don’t support any firework displays!
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Diwali / Tihar or Dipawali - Sunday, 12 November 2023

… is the Festival of Lights that symbolises the human ability to overcome, light triumphing over darkness, good over evil. It is celebrated over the course of five days, where people clean their homes, shop for anything that brings good
fortune, and get together with family and friends to enjoy the festival.

Please take note :- Security companies and CPF are not allowed to respond to any Firework complaints. It is a Municipality By-law and therefor only EMPD or SAPS are allowed to respond.
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Frid, 5th Nov 2021

Copied from:-
Animal Welfare Society of SA
October21st, 2021 at 9:18 PM

https://www.facebook.com/awsphilippi/posts/4656102101077082

Ensure all animals have identification - sudden loud bangs can cause pet(s) to run away and get lost. Remember their hearing is far more acute than ours - i.e. they can hear a grasshopper eating.

Copied from:-
NSPCA - National Council of SPCAs
November 3rd, 2017

Guy Fawkes holds no relevance to our country – if you feel compelled to celebrate this night, refrain from using fireworks. Fireworks terrify animals!


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30th Dec 2020

Taken from the NSPCA’s fb page:- ……..

Be responsible and considerate this New Year.

Let us honour the request of our President this New Year by lighting candles (instead of setting off fireworks) in memory of those we have lost to the pandemic and in tribute to those fighting on the front-line to protect us from the virus.

Read more about fireworks and keeping your pets safe on our website at: https://nspca.co.za/animal.../companion-animals/fireworks/

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November 2020:-

Know the signs of fear:
Dogs and cats can show a variety of signs when they are feeling fearful, some have very obvious signs but others may suffer in silence.
What to look out for:

Dogs:-

Tense face, wide eyes, ears back
Pacing, panting, drooling or excessive barking
Hiding in dark spaces or digging
Seeking reassurance from their owners, trying to get as close as
possible or not wanting to be touched at all
Ignoring treats or games
Shaking or whining
Very quiet or very excitable
Loss of toilet control or being too scared to move

Cats:-

Hiding in unusual places
Avoiding any contact
Scratching objects or spraying in the house
Eating too much or not eating at all
Excessive grooming
Toileting indoors or in unusual places
Not wanting to play or be touched



What should pet owners do to make sure that their animals are not adversely affected by fireworks?

What are some easy tips on how to keep them safe?

• Stay at home with your pet, they are likely to stress less if there is someone they know and trust around.

• Stay indoors, with the doors, windows and curtains closed. This may assist with muffling out the bangs and blocking out the bright flashes.

• Turn on the TV or radio to block out the loud bangs with familiar sounds.

• Provide toys or some form of enrichment that may assist in keeping your pet distracted from the fireworks.

• Exercise your pets earlier on in the day rather than in the afternoon when fireworks are more likely to be set off.

• Keep your pets away from windows or glass doors which they may jump through.

• Smaller pets like rabbits and guinea pigs, as well as larger pets such as horses should not be forgotten. Smaller pets should be moved into a secure, quiet area or brought indoors. Larger animals should be stabled early to become familiar with their surroundings, or moved to a place where fireworks will not be set off well in advance to the days where fireworks are used.



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December 2018:-

https://web.facebook.com/NSPCA
NSPCA - National Council of SPCAs
.... we advise everyone to contact their local SPCA on their emergency line directly for assistance in animal welfare/cruelty cases:

https://web.facebook.com/spca.germiston.bedfordview

https://web.facebook.com/edenvalespca
Edenvale SPCA

https://web.facebook.com/albertonspca

31/10/2024

Some halloween 🎃 fun

31/10/2024

Bedfordview Edenvale News

Residents urged to prioritise animal safety during Diwali celebrations – SPCA
The Germiston Bedfordview SPCA emphasises that while fireworks are a traditional part of Diwali, it can be distressing for pets and animals.

October 28, 2024 Sharon Mdaka

As Diwali, the Festival of Lights, approaches on November 1 the Germiston Bedfordview SPCA reminds the community to prioritise animal safety and welfare.

Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is a significant festival celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains worldwide.

The festival symbolises the triumph of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil.

Millions of people globally, including many locals, mark the occasion with various festivities, illuminating their homes with lights and enjoying spectacular fireworks displays.

The tradition includes lighting diyas (earthen lamps), fireworks displays, family gatherings, traditional attire and cultural events.

The SPCA has warned that fireworks can cause distress to animals and has issued the following advice to pet owners:

• Stay home to comfort your pets
• Minimise noise with TV, music or white noise
• Close windows and curtains
• Consult local vets for advice
• Consider calming medication.

“We wish all celebrants a joyous Diwali and urge responsible festivities, respecting animal welfare and community harmony.

“If you plan to use fireworks, kindly notify your neighbours in advance and ensure the care and safety of your pets.

We thank in advance everyone who will ensure the safety of their pets,” said the branch’s general manager and inspector, Nkosingiphiwe Sibiya.

To report distressed, stray or injured animals, contact the Germiston Bedfordview SPCA on 081 399 1781

For firework-related complaints, contact the EMPD officials at (011) 458 0911.

The Germiston Bedfordview SPCA emphasises that while fireworks are a traditional part of Diwali, it can be distressing for pets and animals.

27/10/2024

On 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝟑𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐲 𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 is the time of the year where a large part of our community will be 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐢𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐢, the celebration of lights.

Please prepare yourselves and 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐬 on both these nights; as there will be fireworks happening in our areas from 7pm to 10pm.

EMPD is aware of this religious holiday and the times where fireworks are allowed to be used. They will monitor the area, along with SAPS and local CPF.

On 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝟑𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐃𝐢𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐢 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐚𝐥𝐬𝐨 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐧. Unfortunately, on Halloween cats which are entirely white or entirely black fall victims to cruelty.

If you do not have cat fencing or catios in place, please keep your cats indoors.

Every year during 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧, many 𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐬 (both dogs and cats) become confused and anxious, often 𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐝𝐮𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐞𝐚𝐫 / 𝐧𝐨𝐢𝐬𝐞.

Please have your 𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐝.

If your pet is sensitive to noise, you can 𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐞.

𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧:-
Diwali - 31 October and possibly 1 November
Guy Fawkes Day - 5 November
Christmas Eve - 24 December
Day of Goodwill - 26 December
New Year’s eve - 31 December
New Year’s Day - 1 January

Click Here For Fireworks Bylaws: https://bit.ly/FireworksBylaws
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New Year's Eve - Sunday, 31st December 2023

The distress, anxiety, and fear experienced by pets and wildlife during firework displays is a matter of great concern. As responsible and compassionate individuals, we need to reconsider the necessity of these dazzling but potentially harmful displays.

By choosing alternative ways to celebrate special occasions and holidays that do not involve fireworks, we can protect the well-being of our four-legged friends, as well as the environment. This decision not only demonstrates our commitment to the welfare of animals but also promotes a more harmonious coexistence with the creatures we share our planet with. Ultimately, it’s a small sacrifice for the sake of the happiness, comfort, and safety of our beloved animal companions, and it reflects our dedication to creating a more compassionate and empathetic society.

This year volunteer at your local shelters when fireworks are being set off by these selfish humans so you can help comfort the animals. Help us educate others by sharing this information and reporting any unlawful selling or use of fireworks. Don’t support any firework displays!
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Diwali / Tihar or Dipawali - Sunday, 12 November 2023

… is the Festival of Lights that symbolises the human ability to overcome, light triumphing over darkness, good over evil. It is celebrated over the course of five days, where people clean their homes, shop for anything that brings good
fortune, and get together with family and friends to enjoy the festival.

Please take note :- Security companies and CPF are not allowed to respond to any Firework complaints. It is a Municipality By-law and therefor only EMPD or SAPS are allowed to respond.

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December 2018:-

https://web.facebook.com/NSPCA
NSPCA - National Council of SPCAs
.... we advise everyone to contact their local SPCA on their emergency line directly for assistance in animal welfare/cruelty cases:

https://web.facebook.com/spca.germiston.bedfordview

https://web.facebook.com/edenvalespca
Edenvale SPCA

https://web.facebook.com/albertonspca

11/10/2024

It's that time of year where we shine a light on our 𝒗𝒆𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒓𝒚 𝒏𝒖𝒓𝒔𝒆.
Let’s wish Sister Zoe a 🌸𝑯𝒂𝒑𝒑𝒚 𝑽𝒆𝒕 𝑵𝒖𝒓𝒔𝒆 𝑫𝒂𝒚🌸 and 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒌 𝒉𝒆𝒓 for all the work she does behind the scenes.

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𝙑𝙚𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙧𝙮 𝙉𝙪𝙧𝙨𝙚 𝘿𝙖𝙮 was established to raise awareness of those men and women who work alongside the veterinarians every day to help heal, comfort, and protect our pets.

Vet Nurse Day is observed on the second Friday in October to recognize the nurses who play a significant role in veterinary care.

Amongst the countless 𝙖𝙧𝙧𝙖𝙮 𝙤𝙛 𝙨𝙠𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙨 that 𝙑𝙚𝙩 𝙉𝙪𝙧𝙨𝙚𝙨 𝙥𝙤𝙨𝙨𝙚𝙨𝙨:-

◾ Monitoring your pets anaesthetic during surgery
◾ Performing lab tests (blood work, urinalysis) and imaging (X-rays) ◾ Perform dentals, I.e. scaling, cleaning & polishing
◾ Giving injections & oral medications, as directed by veterinarians ◾ Ordering & stocking medical supplies & medications
◾ Run puppy school classes, I.e. training, nutrition & behavioural