International hoof care month: UP veterinarian on why hoof care is essential for equine health and performance

Posted on February 27, 2025

International Hoof Care Month is commemorated annually every February.

UP EXPERT OPINION: CAT HEALTH MONTH: ‘Cats are not small dogs that climb trees’ – A UP veterinarian outlines some of the main differences between our favourite pets

Posted on February 26, 2025

We cannot treat cats as if they are merely small dogs. Cats have different physiology, anatomy and behaviours, and are predisposed to different diseases than dogs. They are a whole different ball game to treat!

UP EXPERT OPINION: WORLD SPAY DAY: Timing of dog spaying needs more tailored approach, says UP veterinarian

Posted on February 25, 2025

Talk to your vet—spaying is key, but timing matters!

Faculty students celebrate second place at UP’s 2025 1nSync concert

Posted on February 17, 2025

During February 2025, first-year veterinary nursing students at the Faculty of Veterinary Science participated in the 1nSync First Year Concert

Yorkshire Terrier receives life-saving tracheal stent at OVAH

Posted on February 04, 2025

A six-year-old Yorkshire Terrier named Mia has made a successful recovery after receiving a tracheal stent at the University of Pretoria’s (UP) Onderstepoort Veterinary Academic Hospital (OVAH).

Faculty and RMIS join hands to empower communal and emerging farmers

Posted on January 30, 2025

A recent collaborative effort between the University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Veterinary Science and the Red Meat Industry Services (RMIS) resulted in the successful identifying, aging, and vaccination of 176 cattle.

UP EXPERT OPINION - WALK YOUR DOG MONTH: ‘Going for a stroll with your dog is enriching for both you and your pet’ – UP veterinary specialist physician

Posted on January 27, 2025

Walk Your Dog Month is observed every year in January.

A very special oath-taking ceremony

Posted on January 23, 2025

On 5 December 2024, the Faculty of Veterinary Science held its annual oath-taking ceremony in the University of Pretoria's Aula, marking a significant milestone