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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261107
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SUMMARY:Introduction to AI and PD Combined Course
DESCRIPTION:The Artificial Insemination Course and Pregnancy Diagnosis (PD) Course\, as well as an additional day of shadowing on a working dairy and visiting an abattoir to learn about the full life cycle of cattle within commercial farms. \nCourse Length: 5 days \nStudent Maximum: 8 per course (including those booked in the 2-day courses on the same dates) \nDustcoats and gumboots will be provided for all students to use for the duration of the course.
URL:https://www.safari4u.com/event/introduction-to-ai-and-pd-combined-course/2026-11-02/
CATEGORIES:Introduction to AI and PD Combined Course
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261107
DTSTAMP:20260501T213703
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Pregnancy Diagnosis
DESCRIPTION:Run by an AI and Reproduction Specialist and certified inseminator\, students will learn the theory and practical aspects of both manual and ultrasound pregnancy testing of cattle. \nCourse Length: 2 days \nStudent Maximum: 8 per course \nUnit includes:\nTheory – reproduction \n\nDetermining pregnancy in cattle\nImportance of inter-calf period\nDry- & fresh cow management\n\nHormones involved in getting & keeping a cow pregnant \nPractical  \n\nPalpating reproductive organs\nDetection of early pregnancy\nUltrasound scanning for the foetus between 60 and 80 days\nFeeling for late pregnancy to determine dry off\n\nAnimal Husbandry (specific to breeding health) \n\nDairy Classification and Body Condition Scores (PennState BCS module)\nCalf Management\nGenetic Classifications\, including farm application\nPhenotype traits and application for breeding and showing\nFarm visits – differences in facilities and calf rearing management\n\nThe completion of this course requires the passing of a written exam. \nDustcoats and gumboots will be provided for all students to use for the duration of the course.
URL:https://www.safari4u.com/event/introduction-to-pregnancy-diagnosis/2026-11-05/
CATEGORIES:Introduction to Pregnancy Diagnosis
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261114
DTSTAMP:20260501T213703
CREATED:20251201T223648Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Animal Husbandry
DESCRIPTION:Run by both a Reproduction Specialist and a local cattle farmer\, this is a practical course to aims to give students hands-on experience with cattle on a working dairy farm. As calves are one of the major reasons for large vet call-outs\, this course focuses on cows and calves and maintaining their overall health through all stages of life in both dairy and cattle farming. Many of these practices can also be applied to other species as well. \nIt includes units in calf wellness and rearing\, dairy judging\, nutrition\, and practical activities with animals each day. \nCourse Length: 6 days (Friday + Monday – Friday the following week) \nStudent Maximum: 10 students \nUnit includes:\nCalf wellness and rearing \n\nCalf rearing and health practices\nFarm visits (viewing different calf housing and systems)\nCommon illnesses and treatments\nBiosecurity\n\nIntroduction to Dairy Judging and Phenotype Selection \n\nDairy trait selection\nPractical – physical judging exam on cows and heifers\nBody Condition Scores\n\nNutrition \n\nHosted by a nutrition specialist\nCattle nutrition requirements\nFeed mixing\n\nThe completion of this course requires the passing of a written exam. \nDustcoats and gumboots will be provided for all students to use for the duration of the course. \nThe Animal Husbandry Course requires an additional day; to make things easier\, we’ve adjusted the pricing so that the cost for this day is simply moved from a PreVet day to the Animal Husbandry Course. This means they will not be charged twice. Due to the required starting day being a Friday\, students must arrive for their PreVet week on the Monday before their Animal Husbandry course. Additional weeks can be either before or after these dates. The last day of Introduction to Pregnancy Diagnosis is combined with the Animal Husbandry Course\, so if a student wishes to book both courses\, they are still able to do so.
URL:https://www.safari4u.com/event/introduction-to-animal-husbandry/2026-11-06/
CATEGORIES:Introduction to Animal Husbandry
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261116
DTSTAMP:20260501T213703
CREATED:20251201T224656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T234244Z
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SUMMARY:PreVet Programme
DESCRIPTION:This programme provides students with a comprehensive African veterinary experience that builds both practical knowledge and a standout resume. The program is structured around three key areas: Small Animal Practice\, Large Animal Practice\, and Wildlife and Game Capture. \nSmall Animal Practice is divided into two components: Clinic and Community Outreach. \n\nCommunity Outreach\nConducted in rural areas\, this aspect is one of the most important\, as South Africa has a large split in terms of socio economics\, and as such\, many people cannot afford to help their animals when it comes to their health. Safari4u visits townships regularly to assist in anti-parasite treatment (dipping and dosing)\, wound care\, community education on handling and treatment of pets and animals\, and follow-up treatments as needed.\nClinic Work\nDone on a case-by-case basis and may involve observing a vet in the treatment of an animal under the care of our charity\, East Coast Animal Care\, or laboratory work\, such as learning about microscope work through faecal floats\, stains\, etc. Lectures relevant to clinical work may also be hosted for topics such as Southern African diseases\, suturing\, CPR\, and more.\n\nLarge Animal Practice involves the livestock and large animal aspect of veterinary work with animals. It includes working on commercial farms and in rural outreach areas. Animals such as cattle (beef and dairy)\, goats\, sheep\, pigs and horses are covered\, and activities include dosing for endo- and ecto-parasites\, artificial insemination\, and pregnancy testing. Most of the work is done under the supervision of the farmer and our qualified staff\, but if veterinarians are needed\, they are either the farmer’s personal veterinarian or provided by the programme. \nWildlife and Game Capture consists of opportunities such as game captures\, use of dart guns\, darting with anti-parasitic drugs\, wildlife identification\, wildlife treatment\, game counts\, and captive animal care\, including visits to captive facilities where students are given further lessons on handling (if appropriate)\, rescue and rehabilitation\, husbandry\, and common health issues of exotic animals and pets. During game captures immobilisation\, sedation\, and transport of African Wildlife is covered and controlled by a veterinarian. This component also brings forth issues such as conservation\, captive animals\, hunting\, and the Five Freedoms. \nOur programme has weekends free to explore the local area. All of our staff have travelled around the area\, so if there is a particular activity you’re interested in\, chat to us and we can recommend more. If you are continuing your travels\, we can also recommend things further afield.
URL:https://www.safari4u.com/event/prevet-programme/2026-11-09/
CATEGORIES:PreVet Programme
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261123
DTSTAMP:20260501T213703
CREATED:20251201T224656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T234244Z
UID:10000368-1794787200-1795391999@www.safari4u.com
SUMMARY:PreVet Programme
DESCRIPTION:This programme provides students with a comprehensive African veterinary experience that builds both practical knowledge and a standout resume. The program is structured around three key areas: Small Animal Practice\, Large Animal Practice\, and Wildlife and Game Capture. \nSmall Animal Practice is divided into two components: Clinic and Community Outreach. \n\nCommunity Outreach\nConducted in rural areas\, this aspect is one of the most important\, as South Africa has a large split in terms of socio economics\, and as such\, many people cannot afford to help their animals when it comes to their health. Safari4u visits townships regularly to assist in anti-parasite treatment (dipping and dosing)\, wound care\, community education on handling and treatment of pets and animals\, and follow-up treatments as needed.\nClinic Work\nDone on a case-by-case basis and may involve observing a vet in the treatment of an animal under the care of our charity\, East Coast Animal Care\, or laboratory work\, such as learning about microscope work through faecal floats\, stains\, etc. Lectures relevant to clinical work may also be hosted for topics such as Southern African diseases\, suturing\, CPR\, and more.\n\nLarge Animal Practice involves the livestock and large animal aspect of veterinary work with animals. It includes working on commercial farms and in rural outreach areas. Animals such as cattle (beef and dairy)\, goats\, sheep\, pigs and horses are covered\, and activities include dosing for endo- and ecto-parasites\, artificial insemination\, and pregnancy testing. Most of the work is done under the supervision of the farmer and our qualified staff\, but if veterinarians are needed\, they are either the farmer’s personal veterinarian or provided by the programme. \nWildlife and Game Capture consists of opportunities such as game captures\, use of dart guns\, darting with anti-parasitic drugs\, wildlife identification\, wildlife treatment\, game counts\, and captive animal care\, including visits to captive facilities where students are given further lessons on handling (if appropriate)\, rescue and rehabilitation\, husbandry\, and common health issues of exotic animals and pets. During game captures immobilisation\, sedation\, and transport of African Wildlife is covered and controlled by a veterinarian. This component also brings forth issues such as conservation\, captive animals\, hunting\, and the Five Freedoms. \nOur programme has weekends free to explore the local area. All of our staff have travelled around the area\, so if there is a particular activity you’re interested in\, chat to us and we can recommend more. If you are continuing your travels\, we can also recommend things further afield.
URL:https://www.safari4u.com/event/prevet-programme/2026-11-16/
CATEGORIES:PreVet Programme
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261130
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SUMMARY:PreVet Programme
DESCRIPTION:This programme provides students with a comprehensive African veterinary experience that builds both practical knowledge and a standout resume. The program is structured around three key areas: Small Animal Practice\, Large Animal Practice\, and Wildlife and Game Capture. \nSmall Animal Practice is divided into two components: Clinic and Community Outreach. \n\nCommunity Outreach\nConducted in rural areas\, this aspect is one of the most important\, as South Africa has a large split in terms of socio economics\, and as such\, many people cannot afford to help their animals when it comes to their health. Safari4u visits townships regularly to assist in anti-parasite treatment (dipping and dosing)\, wound care\, community education on handling and treatment of pets and animals\, and follow-up treatments as needed.\nClinic Work\nDone on a case-by-case basis and may involve observing a vet in the treatment of an animal under the care of our charity\, East Coast Animal Care\, or laboratory work\, such as learning about microscope work through faecal floats\, stains\, etc. Lectures relevant to clinical work may also be hosted for topics such as Southern African diseases\, suturing\, CPR\, and more.\n\nLarge Animal Practice involves the livestock and large animal aspect of veterinary work with animals. It includes working on commercial farms and in rural outreach areas. Animals such as cattle (beef and dairy)\, goats\, sheep\, pigs and horses are covered\, and activities include dosing for endo- and ecto-parasites\, artificial insemination\, and pregnancy testing. Most of the work is done under the supervision of the farmer and our qualified staff\, but if veterinarians are needed\, they are either the farmer’s personal veterinarian or provided by the programme. \nWildlife and Game Capture consists of opportunities such as game captures\, use of dart guns\, darting with anti-parasitic drugs\, wildlife identification\, wildlife treatment\, game counts\, and captive animal care\, including visits to captive facilities where students are given further lessons on handling (if appropriate)\, rescue and rehabilitation\, husbandry\, and common health issues of exotic animals and pets. During game captures immobilisation\, sedation\, and transport of African Wildlife is covered and controlled by a veterinarian. This component also brings forth issues such as conservation\, captive animals\, hunting\, and the Five Freedoms. \nOur programme has weekends free to explore the local area. All of our staff have travelled around the area\, so if there is a particular activity you’re interested in\, chat to us and we can recommend more. If you are continuing your travels\, we can also recommend things further afield.
URL:https://www.safari4u.com/event/prevet-programme/2026-11-23/
CATEGORIES:PreVet Programme
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261207
DTSTAMP:20260501T213703
CREATED:20251201T224656Z
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SUMMARY:PreVet Programme
DESCRIPTION:This programme provides students with a comprehensive African veterinary experience that builds both practical knowledge and a standout resume. The program is structured around three key areas: Small Animal Practice\, Large Animal Practice\, and Wildlife and Game Capture. \nSmall Animal Practice is divided into two components: Clinic and Community Outreach. \n\nCommunity Outreach\nConducted in rural areas\, this aspect is one of the most important\, as South Africa has a large split in terms of socio economics\, and as such\, many people cannot afford to help their animals when it comes to their health. Safari4u visits townships regularly to assist in anti-parasite treatment (dipping and dosing)\, wound care\, community education on handling and treatment of pets and animals\, and follow-up treatments as needed.\nClinic Work\nDone on a case-by-case basis and may involve observing a vet in the treatment of an animal under the care of our charity\, East Coast Animal Care\, or laboratory work\, such as learning about microscope work through faecal floats\, stains\, etc. Lectures relevant to clinical work may also be hosted for topics such as Southern African diseases\, suturing\, CPR\, and more.\n\nLarge Animal Practice involves the livestock and large animal aspect of veterinary work with animals. It includes working on commercial farms and in rural outreach areas. Animals such as cattle (beef and dairy)\, goats\, sheep\, pigs and horses are covered\, and activities include dosing for endo- and ecto-parasites\, artificial insemination\, and pregnancy testing. Most of the work is done under the supervision of the farmer and our qualified staff\, but if veterinarians are needed\, they are either the farmer’s personal veterinarian or provided by the programme. \nWildlife and Game Capture consists of opportunities such as game captures\, use of dart guns\, darting with anti-parasitic drugs\, wildlife identification\, wildlife treatment\, game counts\, and captive animal care\, including visits to captive facilities where students are given further lessons on handling (if appropriate)\, rescue and rehabilitation\, husbandry\, and common health issues of exotic animals and pets. During game captures immobilisation\, sedation\, and transport of African Wildlife is covered and controlled by a veterinarian. This component also brings forth issues such as conservation\, captive animals\, hunting\, and the Five Freedoms. \nOur programme has weekends free to explore the local area. All of our staff have travelled around the area\, so if there is a particular activity you’re interested in\, chat to us and we can recommend more. If you are continuing your travels\, we can also recommend things further afield.
URL:https://www.safari4u.com/event/prevet-programme/2026-11-30/
CATEGORIES:PreVet Programme
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