#PODCAST South African Veterinary Council advise people to be aware of pets or farm animals that might be harbouring a zoonotic disease #sabcnews

By Newsbreak Producer Shanell Daniel - Humans and animals share a special and close bond, especially when it comes to pets and livestock. However, Dr Nandipha Ndudane, the president of the South African Veterinary Council says people should think twice before letting their dog lick their face or cuddling up with their new kitten until it has received a clean bill of health from an animal healthcare professional. This, due to the fact that pets or farm animals might be harbouring a zoonotic disease - which is an infection that is transferred between animals and humans. Ndudane explains...