South African Veterinary Association

South African Veterinary Association The SAVA is a professional association of veterinarians in South Africa. It promotes the interests an

During Festive Season and beyond Enjoy our beautiful coastline while staying cautious! Admire Cape fur seals from a di...
09/12/2025

During Festive Season and beyond

Enjoy our beautiful coastline while staying cautious! Admire Cape fur seals from a distance to avoid any risk of exposure.

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Dr Ziyanda Qwalela reflects on unity, governance, and purpose.“Let us continue to work together with purpose, humility, ...
28/11/2025

Dr Ziyanda Qwalela reflects on unity, governance, and purpose.

“Let us continue to work together with purpose, humility, and integrity - building a profession that serves not only animals and farmers but also the public and generations to come.” - Dr Ziyanda Qwalela, SAVA President.

Read her full message in the November issue of VetNews.

Why Join SAVA?Proudly part of a profession that stands together.Being a SAVA member means more than just a title — it’s ...
26/11/2025

Why Join SAVA?

Proudly part of a profession that stands together.

Being a SAVA member means more than just a title — it’s about belonging to a community that champions veterinary excellence, advocates for your profession, and supports your wellbeing.

🧩 Member Benefits include:

• Access to CPD-accredited VetNews articles
• Industry representation through advocacy and policy engagement
• Invitations to CPD events, congresses, and networking forums
• Stress management hotline and wellbeing support
• Community Veterinary Clinics (CVC) partnership opportunities
• Exclusive member communication and resources

Together, we strengthen the veterinary profession - one member at a time.

Join or renew your membership at www.sava.co.za

Study on ginseng extract protecting male fertilityFrom the lab: A new study explores how Panax ginseng extract may count...
24/11/2025

Study on ginseng extract protecting male fertility

From the lab: A new study explores how Panax ginseng extract may counteract ibuprofen-induced reproductive toxicity in male rats - improving s***m health and hormone balance.

Read the full research in VetNews November 2025.

Pet owners: Keep your dogs safe on the beach Keep dogs leashed on the beach, and never allow them to approach seals or d...
21/11/2025

Pet owners: Keep your dogs safe on the beach

Keep dogs leashed on the beach, and never allow them to approach seals or dogs you don’t know. Only allow them off-leash if no seals or stray dogs are around.

can spread to pets, so ensure that their rabies vaccinations are up to date.

This campaign is proudly sponsored by VTech Veterinary Pharmacies

If Bitten, Act FastIf you are bitten, scratched or licked by a seal, dog or any animal that is aggressive or behaving ab...
19/11/2025

If Bitten, Act Fast

If you are bitten, scratched or licked by a seal, dog or any animal that is aggressive or behaving abnormally, immediately wash the wound for at least 15 minutes under running water. Thereafter, seek medical attention as a matter of urgency. Inform the medical official that you were exposed to a suspect rabid animal.

This campaign is proudly sponsored by VTech Veterinary Pharmacies

Awareness on male breast cancer!Did you know?Male breast cancer accounts for ≈ 1.8 % of all breast cancer cases in South...
18/11/2025

Awareness on male breast cancer!

Did you know?

Male breast cancer accounts for ≈ 1.8 % of all breast cancer cases in South Africa.

Early detection saves lives - don’t ignore the signs.

🔍 Learn the facts in the November issue of VetNews.

Avoid Contact with Seals is spread mainly through bites, scratches and saliva. Always observe Cape fur seals from a saf...
17/11/2025

Avoid Contact with Seals

is spread mainly through bites, scratches and saliva. Always observe Cape fur seals from a safe distance, do not approach or touch them. Protect yourself and others.

This safety rule applies to all wildlife, as rabies is endemic in many wild mammal species in South Africa.

This campaign is proudly sponsored by VTech Veterinary Pharmacies

Farmer's Weekly:SAVA urges the public to stay away from Cape fur seals this Christmas!Proudly sponsored by VTech Veterin...
14/11/2025

Farmer's Weekly:

SAVA urges the public to stay away from Cape fur seals this Christmas!

Proudly sponsored by VTech Veterinary Pharmacies

Seal behaviour to watch out forCape fur seals may be infected with , as well as many other diseases (e.g. avian influen...
14/11/2025

Seal behaviour to watch out for

Cape fur seals may be infected with , as well as many other diseases (e.g. avian influenza) that can affect humans.

Four symptoms of rabies to watch out for:

 Unprovoked aggression
 Disorientation
 Weird movements
 Weakness

If you notice any seals acting abnormally, please keep your distance and report to local authorities. Do not approach or touch seals or seal pups.

This campaign is proudly sponsored by VTech Veterinary Pharmacies

High risk areas occurs in all nine provinces in South Africa and rabies in dogs is very common in KwaZulu-Natal, Eas...
12/11/2025

High risk areas

occurs in all nine provinces in South Africa and rabies in dogs is very common in KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape and Limpopo.

Stay away from stray animals, and do not pick up or take home animals you don’t know. When travelling with your pets, ensure that they are up-to-date with their rabies vaccinations and carry their vaccination booklets with you.

This campaign is proudly sponsored by VTech Veterinary Pharmacies

Image credit: Epidemiology sub-directorate, DOA

Mental Health Hotline ReminderBehind every strong veterinarian is a human being who also needs support. SAVA’s Stress Ma...
11/11/2025

Mental Health Hotline Reminder

Behind every strong veterinarian is a human being who also needs support.

SAVA’s Stress Management Hotline is here for you — confidential, compassionate, and run by veterinary peers.

📞 082 882 7356 📞 072 599 8737 📞 083 350 1662

24-Hour Toll-Free Helpline: 0800 21 21 21

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47 Gemsbok Avenue
Pretoria
0181

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Monday 08:00 - 16:30
Tuesday 08:00 - 16:30
Wednesday 08:00 - 16:30
Thursday 08:00 - 16:30
Friday 08:00 - 15:30

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