www.savacvc.co.za | SAVA-CVC supports responsible pet ownership and support vets providing services to animals from lower income communities.
Professional vets provide vaccinations, deworming and tick & flea treatments as well as sterilizations. In South Africa there are unfortunately no state run veterinary hospitals or clinics. The South African Veterinary Association (SAVA) supports responsible pet ownership and understands the importance of the human animal bond. The SAVA therefore established Community Veterinary Clinics (CVC) to a
ssist disadvantaged pet owners with basic animal health care. The South African Veterinary Association Community Veterinary Clinics (SAVA CVC) is a project where private veterinarians donate their time and skills to render primary veterinary services to disadvantaged communities or those who have no access to veterinary services. Our main activity is primary health care: vaccinations, parasite control and sterilisations. We also put a lot of emphasis on educating pet owners about basic care of their pets: general health, prevention of dog bites, nutrition, training, etc. Our booklet "Your best Friend" is available in 7 official languages (English, Afrikaans, Sesotho, isiZulu, Setswana, Xhosa and Tsonga). These booklets are distributed countrywide, as we hope to reach as many people as possible. CVC involvement is intended to address needs expressed by the community. We are not in favour of going into communities and insisting on performing procedures and treatments on peoples' pets regardless of whether the owners agrees with what needs to be done, or has given consent for the procedures. This is not SAVA CVC's mandate or policy. The CVC clinics must take a long term, sustainable approach, ensuring the community's understanding, acceptance and co-operation care. Seldom is there immediate co-operation on all aspects. However, with time and patience, most communities come to value our services, and will accept all aspects, including sterilisation. All CVC workers assist at the clinics on a voluntary basis. We try to involve the community as much as possible and to establish partners instead of charities within communities. We believe in the importance of growing and sustaining partnerships with communities. The SAVA CVC plays a vital role in community development. To be relevant in a country with such overwhelming human need, animal welfare should have a humanitarian impact. It is a long-established fact that there is a direct relationship between animal cruelty and violence within communities. Access to basic veterinary services and humane education of children creates empathy for others, through the fostering of respect for life, creating a culture of caring and empathy for all beings. This is a vital ingredient in the building of a nation.
Look at this cute doggie with his owner! Ou Ou is looking for sponsorship of his sterilisation.
Please remember that all owners have to pay something towards the sterilisation and your sponsorship qualifies for an 18A Tax Deduction Certificate.
To sponsor R550 to have Ou Ou sterilised, please go to https://www.savacvc.co.za/campaigns/ou-ou-charmaine-plaatjies/
28 September is ! The
theme for this year is: “Breaking Boundaries”.
Remember all mammals can get infected by rabies. The common signs of rabies are: Changes in behaviour and neurological symptoms, which may include the following signs: Excessive salivation, paralysis, inability to swallow, continuous vocalisation, convulsions, aggressiveness, or non-responsive behaviour.
Report any suspected rabid animals immediately to your state or private veterinarian, animal health technician or the police.
Are your dogs and cats up to date with their rabies vaccinations? Protect them and you!
We have very cute requests for sterilisations of dogs at the moment!
You can subsidize a lower income family to pay for a sterilisation (the owner has to pay something) and you will receive an 18A tax deduction certificate!
Please go to https://www.savacvc.co.za/sponsor-a-pet-sterilisation/
to browse our current list!
Vuyi is an AHT working with Big and Small CVC - in the photo she is administering a rabies vaccination while Laston the kennel handler is holding the doggie.
The photo was taken last week at their sterilisation day in the Randfontein/Western Area in Gauteng.
Hugh thank you to Boehringer-Ingelheim for their continued support of our rabies work!
The Animal Health Technicians working on our Battersea Rabies Vaccination Project volunteered at the Zwelitsha Soup Kitchen yesterday. They clearly enjoyed the day educating about rabies!
(UK charity) Battersea has been helping dogs and cats for over 160 years and has a long-term commitment to increase its impact for animals, not just at its rescue centres but across the UK and around the world. To achieve this Battersea works with other animal welfare organisations, delivering training through the Battersea Academy and providing funding through a Grants programme to help millions of dogs and cats.
Dr Peter Dave from Kleinmond CVC has joined rabies vaccination efforts in the Western Cape. He has been doing free rabies vaccinations for the local community at this practice as well as campaigns in Botriver and Mooi Uitsig.
Love the creativity of the boy bringing his cat for her vaccination!
Health and Hygiene is trusted by veterinarians in South Africa and has been a long-standing supporter of community veterinary clinics in South Africa.
Dr Ina Visser has been doing sterilisations every week of cats and dogs from lower income communities and sent us this cute photograph.
Thank you very much to Health and Hygiene for the much-needed donation of sanitising products used when performing sterilisations!
For more information about their products, pls go to their website:
http://healthandhygiene.co.za/
I am visiting the East London (Buffalo City) Team today and we are in Newlands vaccinating against rabies. Zipho is showing us how to be gentle with small puppies and how to educate. Our 4 teams are doing more than 8000 rabies vaccines in the Eastern Cape Province very month!
A big thank you to Health and Hygiene that support our vets providing primary veterinary care to the animals in lower income communities. Attached are 2 photos from our CVCs with their products.
For more information about the trusted F10 product range, please go to: https://healthandhygiene.co.za/
A huge thank you to Health and Hygiene for their yearly sponsorship of F10 products!
Dr Caryn Rademeyer from The Big and Small CVC sent us a few photos of the products used at her sterilisations campaigns.
In September 2023, the National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) revealed that in nearly five years, 77 cases of human rabies, including 58 laboratory-confirmed and 19 probable cases, were reported in South Africa.
Until September 20th 2023, there have been eight confirmed human rabies cases in South Africa for 2023, with cases identified in the provinces of KwaZulu-Natal (4), Eastern Cape (3) and Limpopo (1),” the NICD said.
Our 8 Animal Health Technicians have been working hard in teams of 2 people per vehicle around East London and Port Elizabeth.
Since the beginning of March 2024, the teams have provided rabies education to an estimated number of 10 755 children and 589 adults. A total of 7760 cats and dogs were vaccinated against rabies!
I joined the teams over a few days and I have a lot of respect for how hard their job is! Well done to these teams!
This project is managed and worked on by private veterinarians and Animal Health Technicians in the Eastern Cape.
The Buffalo City CVC was created to help eradicate rabies in BCMM. The campaign, led by SAVA Community Veterinary Clinics, aims to eliminate rabies in the Eastern Cape by 3 years through education of the community and vaccination of dogs and cats.
The Buffalo City CVC is led by principal veterinarian Dr Gabriella Naidoo (pictured in the bottom middle)
She is assisted by four animal health technicians namely:
Ayanda Magila (pictured top left)
Zipho Mguzulwa (pictured top right)
Londa Faizel Phiri (pictured bottom left)
Sbongakonke Ntuli (pictured bottom right)
We look forward to serving our community!
Give us a hoot if you see us driving around town!
The SAVA CVC Rabies Vaccination and Education campaign has kicked off in Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality!
We would like to thank St.Johns Road Primary School for having us this morning to educate the children about rabies and how to properly care for their dogs and cats.
Education plays a key role in the prevention and eradication of rabies.
We encourage all schools to play their role in helping to bring an end to the spread of rabies in our beautiful municipality.
More than 130 pets had been brought to the Community Veterinary Clinics (CVC) mobile unit that has been providing free rabies injections for pets by midday in Bluewater Bay today.
The accompanying picture shows Liikhaya Apleni (left) and Wonga Mabetshe who were providing the service.
The project started at 06h30 at the church this morning where about 30 animals were treated before moving to the main swimming beach where more than 100 pets were injected.
They have now moved to Amsterdamhoek to continue there for a few hours.
CVC is a community service run by the South African Veterinary Association (SAVA).
What a cute doggie that is looking for her sterilisation to be done!
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A cautionary advisory to holidaymakers has been issued after a rabies outbreak in coastal areas in KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape.
Envirovet is still very busy with vaccinating dogs against rabies with the very generous donation of rabies vaccines from Boehringer-Ingelheim.
This is Jenny that belongs to Reese James from Calvinia.
Another rabies vaccine done!
This is Tuktuk with his owner at an Envirovet CVC campaign in Caledon this week.
Collaborative Efforts Bring Hope to Impoverished Areas: Pawtrility and WanderVet Join Forces for Animal Welfare
Being passionately dedicated to animal welfare, two non-profit organizations, Pawtrility and WanderVet, recently embarked on a community project that aimed to make a lasting impact in the impoverished township of Regorogile, located near Thabazimbi.
Under the leadership of Dr. Jamiela vd Walt from Pawtrility and Dr. Annarie Greyling from WanderVet, this joint initiative captured the hearts and attention of the local community. With a shared passion for animal welfare, these two organizations pooled their resources, know-how, and expertise to address the pressing issues facing the animals in Regorogile.
The success of this community project can largely be attributed to the unwavering support and commitment of the volunteers involved, which included a group of veterinary students from Onderstepoort, two more veterinary surgeons that selflessly donated their time and energy to get through so many treatments and surgeries safely and effectively.
Furthermore, more than 30 public volunteers from the local community lent a helping hand, demonstrating the collective determination to improve the lives of these animals.
Over the course of two days, from September 29th to September 30th, 2023, a remarkable number of about 245 animals received vital, primary animal healthcare, including sterilization, feeding advice, food sponsors and internal and external parasite treatment. This project was aimed not only to bring relief to the suffering animals in the area, but also to showcase the immense potential of collaborative endeavors in creating positive change.
A large amount of effort also went into education of the communities and alike, on how sterilization can significantly reduce the population of stray animals and promote a healthier community.
Empowering the Community:
Beyond the immediate impact on animal welfare, this collaborative project had a ripple effect on the community as a whole. By actively engaging local volunteers, the campaigns like these foster a sense of responsibility and ownership among community members, inspiring them to take an active role in caring for the animals. This shared commitment to animal welfare not only strengthens the bonds within the community but also establishes a foundation for future initiatives and sustainable change.
A Step Towards Greater Possibilities:
The successful collaboration between Pawtrility and WanderVet serves as an inspiring model for future community projects. It highlights the potential of a collective effort to overcome challenges and make a real difference in the lives of both animals and humans.
In conclusion, the success of this project is a testament to the power of collaboration, empathy, and shared vision between veterinarians and people with a heart for welfare. A project like this, not only showcases the transformative impact that can be achieved through collective efforts, but it also highlights the potential for sustainable change within communities. With continued collaboration and public support, we can create a world where the education about the well-being and welfare of animals are prioritized, fostering a more compassionate and inclusive society for all.
Acknowledgements:
We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to the following sponsors who played a crucial role in making this community project a resounding success:
- United Reformed Church of Regorogile, for providing the venue for the event. Your generosity in offering a space for this initiative allowed us to reach out to a larger number of animals in need.
- Pick n Pay Thaba M, Medhof Apteek, WestPack, Van Heerden Pharmacy - Thabazimbi, OBARO Thabazimbi, NTK Lephalale, JEC Projects Thabazimbi, The Local Choice Pharmacy Thabazimbi, Spar Thabazimbi, Kransberg Auto Spares, Marula Cottage Guest Lodge: Your financial support and valuable contributions made it possible to cover the expenses associated with sterilizations, parasite treatments, and other necessary supplies.
- Prime CREW Pet Rescue and Zoetis: Thank you for your collaboration in providing vital resources, which greatly enhanced the impact of our veterinary interventions.
- Tanc Scrubs, Braun Healthcare: Your generous support and contributions were instrumental in ensuring the success of this project. Your commitment to animal welfare and the well-being of the community is truly commendable.
- Royal Canin: Your support in providing high-quality pet food and nutritional resources for the animals undergoing sterilization and treatment was invaluable.
- Clinicut: Thank you for your assistance in providing essential veterinary supplies and equipment, allowing us to effectively carry out the sterilizations in high numbers.
- Onderstepoort Veterinary Academic Hospital and students: We are grateful for your partnership and collaborative efforts in this community project.
- VTECH: Your support in providing pharmaceutical products greatly contributed to the well-being and treatment of the animals involved. Your commitment to animal welfare is deeply appreciated.
- NTK Ellisras: We would like to express our gratitude for your valuable contributions, in providing not only veterinary products, but also keeping our volunteers hydrated.
- Solidariteit: Your support and partnership in this community project demonstrate a shared commitment to improving the lives of those in need. We appreciate your dedication and assistance.
- Sure Medical Pty Ltd: Thank you for your generous support and contributions, which helped us provide essential medical supplies for the sterilization and treatment procedures.
We acknowledge and appreciate the support of each sponsor, as your contributions have made a significant impact on the success of this community project. Your dedication to animal welfare and your partnership in this endeavor are deeply valued and appreciated.
Note: We apologize if, unintentionally, any sponsors were missed in our acknowledgments. Your contributions are sincerely valued, and your support has been essential to the success of the project.
Together, we are making an enduring impact on animal welfare and setting the stage for a brighter future.
Rooksie and Norma were nominated in August already for their sterilisations!
You can click on the following links to sponsor the sterilisations of these doggies.
Rooksie:
https://www.savacvc.co.za/campaigns/rooksie-siziwe-nyalambisa/
Norma:
https://www.savacvc.co.za/campaigns/norma-sylvia/
Please remember that all animal owners pay something towards the sterilisations. Your donation is also tax deductible!
For more information, please contact Claudia on [email protected]
Chloe was one of the dogs that received an ExSpot treatment today at Atlantis CVC after her sterilisation.
Atlantis CVC is on the West Coast and run by Dr Jennifer Deverson.
MSD Pets SA
Dr Annalise Roos from Envirovet CVC shared this photograph with me. They were in Port Nolloth last week and Caro Swart gave Theodore (owned by Elmari van Rensburg) a rabies vaccine donated by .
Sterilisation collaboration makes significant impact
By Toni Younghusband
Thanks to the collaborative efforts of the City of Cape Town and local animal welfare organisations nearly 15 000 pet sterilisations have been achieved in impoverished communities in and around the Mother City in the last decade. At the most recent outreach, 1500 animals were targeted in Macassar and Eersterivier.
The Mass Animal Sterilisation Project (MASP) has cost the city R6-million thus far.
“Animal welfare is a critical part of community health and upliftment initiatives,” said Karen de Clerk, chairperson of the Cape Animal Welfare Forum (CAWF). “Our grateful thanks to the City of Cape Town for their continued support. This positive intervention will reduce the instance of unwanted litters substantially.”
During November, 12 animal welfare organisations and 9 veterinary surgical teams under CAWF set up makeshift clinics in community halls, volunteering their time and skills for the project. Dr Hilldidge Beer, veterinary surgeon at EberVet Community Veterinary Care and CEO of the EberVet Petcare Group, said her team would most certainly take part in the programme again next year. “Our staff were delighted to be part of this initiative, to the see the results and to hear from pet owners how grateful they were for the assistance. This programme is making a big dent in animal numbers; long may it continue. We commend the City of Cape Town and the Cape Animal Welfare Forum for this excellent collaboration.”
Samanatha Mann, clinic co-ordinator at EberVet Community Veterinary Care (CVC) and a representative of The Outreach Program animal welfare organisation, said the experience had been incredibly heartwarming, despite initial resistance from some pet owners. “The highlight for me of this whole project was how grateful the pet owners were for the help.”
EberVet CVC was allocated Electric City in Eersterivier where it secured the Step Up
Ministeries church hall as a venue for the clinic and where seven of its veterinarians and dozens of volunteers sterilised 145 pets. It has another 20 to sterilise which it will do at EberVet Pet Clinic in Strand over the next two weeks. All animals were also protected with parasite control.
Dr Dave Watson that works in the old Transkei area shared this photo with me this morning with the following message:
"On the way to Luphoko yesterday, this lady with her favorite cat stopped us cause her cat had lost appetite and was coughing. We dewormed and gave a vitamin B...injection - she was happy that we assisted her with because she can't take the cat to a veterinarian."
MSD Animal Health makers of Bravecto, delivered a whopping 1154 boxes of ExSpot to SAVA-CVC today for distribution to NPOs and Community Veterinary Clinics (CVCs) across South Africa.
A huge thank you to MSD Pets SA ! Summer is here and this will give great relief against ticks, fleas & flies to more than 23 000 dogs this summer!
John Moore CVC sterilised 14 dogs and 2 cats in the past week from their local farming community.
Dr Marianne Van Der Mescht from Cornerstone Veterinary Clinic was assisted by Dr Elna van der WestHuizen (CCS vet) and Dr Sadiyya Dhan (CCS vet)
All animals also received a vaccination and were treated for ticks, fleas and worms.
Dr Katie from Rooikoppies CVC offered a mobile clinic in Venterspos Westonaria in October.
She sent us a few photos of the pets and how much their owners love them!
Thank you to Boehringer-Ingelheim for the donation of the rabies vaccines!
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This project is managed and worked on by private veterinarians and Animal Health Technicians in the Eastern Cape.
28 September is World Rabies Day!
28 September is World Rabies Day!
Muddy Pooches is supported by Bitou CVC and they have a doggie clinic every Saturday outside of Plettenberg bay. The dedicated team running the clinic shares dog care educational material, tick and flea dipping station, vaccinations (when it is available) and treatment for sick and injured dogs.
South African Veterinary Association
Gemsbok Avenue
Glenwood Bird And Animal Hospital
Atterbury Road
Vets4Pets Proes Street Animal Clinic
Cnr Johannes Ramokhoase &, Kgosi Mampuru Street
Glenstantia Veterinary Clinic / Dierekliniek
Cnr Jacqueline Drive & 542 Thelma Martin Street, Garsfontein
