Gauteng state veterinarians attend to animals from around Temba and neighbouring communities on a daily basis at the animal clinic opend in the area.
According to Chief state veterinarian Dr Faculty Baloyi, the facility is very busy, showing that people appreciate the services provided. State veterinarians and animal health technicians provide free veterinary services daily to communities who would otherwise not be able to afford private veterinary services. Baloyi says that pet owners who heed the call to take their pets for vaccinations and general health consultation play a key role in combating diseases such rabies, a potentially fatal disease if left untreated. Rabies is easily passed on to humans as pets are in close contact with their owners.
Pets with other ailments including those with wounds are treated at the clinic. Sterilisations to ensure population control and eradicate strays are also a done on appointment.
Clinic Opening Times: 9h00 to 15h00
Days: Monday to Friday
Address: Stand No 16 Stellenbosch, Temba Road, Opposite Jubilee Hospital
Gauteng communities are encouraged to use state veterinary services for their livestock and pets to assist in enhancing healthy pet and animal care. Fully equipped mobile clinics take service to the province’s citizens on regular basis.
Call the numbers below to find out when they will come to your area:
Pretoria: 012 328 5140
Germiston: 011 821 7700
Randfontein: 011 411 4300
Matlhodi Malope
Cell: 082 937 1315
