Gauteng state and private vets join hands to intensify Rabies Campaign
Gauteng Provincial Government’s state and private veterinarians have joined hands to eradicate rabies in the Krugersdorp West by vaccinating all pets in the area. The need to intensify the campaign arises after two confirmed rabies cases were detected.
The community is urged to bring all pets older than three months for free vaccination in the following points:
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Date |
Venue |
Time |
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14 Nov 2016 |
Khosa Sports Club Cnr Shannon/Frederick Cooper StreetsNoordheuwel |
11:00 – 17:00 |
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14 Nov 2016 |
Open Space Opposite Munsieville Police Station Mokgathe Street, Munsieville |
11:00 – 17:00 |
|
15 Nov 2016 |
Coronation Park, Mogale City |
11:00 – 17:00 |
|
15 Nov 2016 |
Open Space Opposite Thuto Lefa School Mafaesa Street, Munsieville |
11:00 – 17:00 |
|
16 Nov 2016 |
Paul Kruger Hall Cnr Fleming/Windram Streets,Mogale City West |
11:00 – 17:00 |
|
16 Nov 2016 |
Informal Settlement Opposite BOSASA Lindela |
11:00 – 17:00 |
In addition, all private veterinarians in Krugersdorp as well as the veterinarians in areas like Muldersdrift, Oaktree, Lammermoore, Lanseria and Broederstroom, will vaccinate pets at a reduced fee of R50 throughout November 2016.
Rabies affects the brain and can be fatal if not treated immediately after contact with rabid animal. Symptoms include behavioural change, aggression, hallucinations and paralysis.
All pet owners are strongly advised to take responsibility and ensure protection of the community against rabies by:
- Encouraging all pet owners in the neighbourhood to vaccinate all pets against the deadly disease.
- Immediately visit local clinic or doctor if bitten or scratched by a dog, cat, or wild animal.
- Always stay away from stray animals
- Vaccinating all pets brought into Gauteng against rabies
For more information about vaccination programme and sites contact:
Randfontein State Veterinarian Office: 011 411 4300
Dr. J Mpofu
Cell: 082 527 4783
Estelle Visser
Cell: 082 336 9202
