Nico Gouws confirmed that the Vryheid State Veterinary Office will host a Rabies Vaccination Day on November 13, from 09:00 to 14:00. The event will take place at the State Veterinary Office, on the corner of Heeren and Van Riebeeck Streets, Vryheid.

All pet owners urged to vaccinate their animals

All dogs and cats aged three months and older must be brought in for a free rabies vaccination.

Please note that no animals will be vaccinated at homes, and no vaccines will be handed out. All pets must be brought to the State Veterinary Office for vaccination.

What is rabies?

According to the World Health Organisation rabies is a fatal viral disease that affects the brain and nervous system of both animals and humans. It spreads through the bite or scratch of an infected animal. Once symptoms appear, rabies is almost always fatal but can be treated successfully, but vaccination is the best and only effective prevention.

Vaccination protects pets and people

Vaccinating pets protects both animals and people from infection and helps prevent community outbreaks. Pet owners are reminded that dogs and cats must be vaccinated against rabies at least once every year.

For more information

Contact the Vryheid State Veterinary Office at 034 981 4416/7 for any queries.

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