Letter
from the chairman
Dear Colleagues,
We have a diverse collection of stories for you with an article on blue wildebeest, bee
die-off and dental eruption in buffalos.
We are in a period of ethical reflection with regards to our roles as veterinarians in
the wildlife economy. This economy is seen differently to the livestock economy and
depending on the animals being worked with and the organizational background
there is differing sentiments. We as veterinarians are looked to for a professional
voice to direct societal directions. We are going to have to give more input over the
coming years into the standards for the utilization of wildlife. We hope to get your
input.
The coming festive season is always a time to reflect and be thankful. Although our country is in the most
challenging period we have had over the last two decades, there are signs for optimism. We have a greater drive
to clean out corruption, stabilize state owned enterprises and improve political accountability. This will have
an impact on our economy, which will hopefully be a positive effect on us all. We must also do our bit to praise
those that take the correct values to heart and ourselves set a good example.
We have our conference coming up in March and hope to see you all there. We will again have two workshops
the day before so put the time aside to be educated.
Happy vetting and enjoy the special time with your loved ones over this coming month.
Happy vetting.
Greg
2018
NOVEMBER
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