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The holidays are here - but festive foods, fireworks & travel can pose risks to pets. 👉 Keep toxic foods out of reach 👉 Microchip & secure pets before travelling 👉 Create calm spaces during fireworks 👉 Avoid giving leftovers! #SAVA #PetSafety #FestiveSeason #HolidayPetCare

Strengthening the profession starts with strengthening the people in it. SAVA Resiliency Pilot shows encouraging mid-point results. Supporting vets in managing stress, improving communication, building healthier relationships #SAVA #VeterinaryWellbeing #VetResilience #OneHealth

December VetNews: Small Animal Practice 🐾 AMR insights to clinical learnings, mobile app innovations and resilience-building. Highlights the critical work done by companion-animal practitioners. Read more in Vetnews! #SAVA #VetNews #SmallAnimalPractice #VeterinaryProfession

Bitten by a Seal? 1. Wash the wound with soap + water for 10–15 min 2. Seek urgent medical care / contact local state vet 3. Inform medical staff of potentially rabid seal 4. Ensure pets are up to date with rabies vaccine #SAVA #RabiesResponse #PublicHealthSA #CapeFurSeals

Rabies in Cape Fur Seals ⚠️ Holiday season reminder: The South African Veterinary Association urges the public not to approach Cape fur seals. Recent cases confirm rabies in seal populations, posing risks to humans and pets. #SAVA #RabiesAwareness #CapeFurSeals #WildlifeSafety

Being a SAVA member means belonging to a community that champions veterinary excellence, advocacy & wellbeing. Together, we strengthen the profession - one member at a time. Visit sava.co.za to become a member! #SAVA #SAVAMembership #VetProfession #VetCommunity

VetNews December - Small Animal Practice, new research, AMR insights, upcoming congress dates, and an inspiring message from our President. Dive into CPD articles, clinical learnings and year-end reflections. #SAVA #VetNews #VeterinaryProfession #SmallAnimalPractice #OneHealth

End of Year Safety Recap #Rabies is a deadly disease for humans and animals, but it is 100% preventable. This campaign is proudly sponsored by #VTech @GARC #HolidaySafety #RabiesAwareness #CapeFurSeals #CapeCoastLine #SAVA #VTech

#StaySafe During Festive Season Enjoy our beautiful coastline while staying cautious! Admire Cape fur seals from a distance to avoid risk of #rabies exposure. Campaign by #VTech Video: CapeNature @GARC #HolidaySafety #RabiesAwareness #CapeFurSeals #CapeCoastLine #SAVA #VTech

“Let us continue to work together with purpose, humility, integrity - building a profession that serves animals, farmers and the public.” - Dr Ziyanda Qwalela, SAVA President. Full message in VetNews November. #SAVA #VeterinaryProfession #Leadership #VetCommunity #AnimalHealth

Why Join SAVA? Part of a profession that stands together — it’s about belonging to a community that champions veterinary excellence, advocates the profession, supports your wellbeing. Join: sava.co.za #SAVA #VetCommunity #VeterinaryProfession #ProfessionalGrowth

A new study explores how Panax ginseng extract may counteract ibuprofen-induced reproductive toxicity in male rats - improving sperm health & hormone balance. Read the full research in VetNews November 2025. #VeterinaryResearch #VetNews #SAVA #InnovationInVetScience #OneHealth

Pet owners: Keep your dog leashed on the beach, never allow them to approach seals / dogs you don’t know #Rabies can spread to pets, ensure vaccinations are up to date. Campaign: #VTech Video: #CapeNature #ProtectYourPets #RabiesPrevention #StaySafe #CapeCoastLine #SAVA #VTech

If Bitten, Act Fast! If you are bitten, scratched or licked by a seal, dog or any aggressive animal or behaving abnormally, immediately wash the wound for 15 minutes and seek medical attention urgently. Campaign by #VTech #RabiesSafety #GetCareFast #StayInformed #SAVA #VTech

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 signs. Learn the facts in VetNews November. #MensHealth #BreastCancerAwareness #VetNews #SAVA #OneHealth

Avoid Contact with Seals #Rabies is spread mainly through bites, scratches and saliva. Keep a safe distance, do not approach or touch them (or any wild mammal species in South Africa). Campaign by #VTech #SafetyFirst #RabiesPrevention #HolidayTips #CapeCoastLine #SAVA #VTech

Farmer's Weekly: SAVA urges the public to stay away from Cape fur seals this Christmas! Proudly sponsored by #VTech #RabiesAlert #CapeFurSeals #StaySafe #SAVA #VTech

Seal behaviour to watch out for: Unprovoked aggression Disorientation Weird movements Weakness If you notice this behaviour, please keep your distance and report to local authorities. Campaign: #VTech #RabiesAwareness #ReportSeals #CommunitySafety #CapeCoastLine #SAVA #VTech

High risk #Rabies areas #Rabies 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! This campaign is proudly sponsored by #VTech #StayInformed #SafetyFirst #SAVA #VTech

Mental Health Hotline Behind every strong vet is a human being who also needs support. SAVA’s Stress Management Hotline is here for you - confidential & compassionate. 24-Hour Toll-Free Helpline: 0800 21 21 21 #SAVA #VetSupport #MentalHealthMatters #WellbeingForVets #VTech