DEAR Editor:
Cats of Durban, the volunteer-based feral feline sterilisation clinic, has unveiled a mobile sterilisation clinic that can be deployed across KwaZulu-Natal. This clinic has become extremely necessary because of the huge population explosion of unwanted stray cats across the province.
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Outside of KZN’s larger towns and cities there are few small-animal veterinary clinics, yet people in rural areas and small towns own pets and ‘adopt’ strays.
Because of the lack of veterinary services, these pets lack skilled care and – especially – sterilisation.
The result is an overpopulation of unwanted animals and animals with chronic, untreated, conditions.
Even though the clinic is primarily concerned with cat sterilisations, the vet is qualified to deal with all small animals, and can treat a variety of conditions and ailments.
Even though the mobile vet has an arrangement with Cats of Durban, any animal welfare group anywhere in the province can request the services of the vet.
They would need to be prepared to host the clinic and do the necessary preparation and logistical work required.
If any welfare organisation or group would like to use the services of a fully-equipped and experienced mobile vet in areas where veterinary services are lacking, for the treatment and sterilisation of stray animals, please contact Cats of Durban at codspayclinic@gmail.com or phone 031 2058331.
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