In 2017, the Ministry of Health (MOH), National Environment Agency (NEA), Public Utilities Board (PUB) and Agri-food & Veterinary Authority (AVA) developed the national strategic action plan on antimicrobial resistance (AMR). This plan consists of a framework that strengthens and enhances activities combating AMR, using a “One Health” approach. This term describes an approach involving […]
Continue readingPreamble The role of the Singapore Veterinary Association (SVA) includes (i) supporting and fostering the character, status, interests, honour and dignity of the veterinary profession and; (ii) informing and acquainting the government & public of Singapore on matters relating to veterinary science and the veterinary profession. Introduction The human-animal bond is a mutually beneficial and […]
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Ready for the next BIG Feline challenge? 1 February 2022 – 30 November 2023 The Centre for Veterinary Education (CVE) at The University of Sydney and The International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM) deliver a highly regarded, comprehensive 2-year course dedicated to the art and science of Feline Medicine. Delivered by 15 stellar feline specialists […]
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Dear Colleagues, We are thrilled to announce that, starting from Aug 1, 2021, Asia Veterinary Diagnostics laboratory (now part of Antech International group or Veterinary Reference Laboratories) will be open 7 days a week! (including Public Holidays). Feel free to call +65 6291 5412 for courier service 7/7 Opening Hours: 9.30 am- 6.30 pm Post […]
Continue readingDr Giam Choo Hoo, a pioneer of the veterinary community in Singapore in the 1960s, passed away on 25 May 2021. Dr Giam served in the public service in then-Primary Production Department (PPD), retiring as the Deputy Director of Primary Production. He developed the Veterinary Laboratory Services, and contributed to the Veterinary Regulatory Services in […]
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New paper published in Transboundary and Emerging Diseases journal: First detection of rabbit haemorrhagic disease virus (RHDV2) in Singapore Xinyu Toh, Jasmine Ong, Cathy Chan, Xuan Hui Teo, Steffie Toh, Charlene Judith Fernandez, Huangfu Taoqi Link: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/tbed.14116 Abstract Rabbit haemorrhagic disease (RHD) is a significant viral disease caused by infection with Rabbit haemorrhagic disease virus […]
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There is an upcoming webinar by IDEXX on updates on feline infectious diseases. Dr Kelvin from NParks will also share about Singapore’s biosurveillance programmes, including updates on recent emerging and exotic infectious or zoonotic diseases. There will also be a call to participate in studies, and a call to form a special interest group in […]
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Australia customs currently has new Australian Biosecurity Import Conditions (BICON) Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for sending used surgical equipment to Australia for servicing. For the benefit of our members, SVA has collated the following information: BICON SOP for sending items to Australia: Book Fedex shipment and pick up as commercial invoice number and airway bill […]
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The psychological stress of being a vet in SG was highlighted in a CNA article back in 2018. Back in February 2020, James Cook University started a Veterinary Wellbeing Study in Singapore Context. The study has since concluded. Below you shall find the respective results: Psychological Distress in Veterinary Professionals in Singapore A thesis submitted […]
Continue reading Rabbit haemorrhagic disease (RHD) is a highly contagious, acute and fatal disease of rabbits. Morbidity and mortality rates are high in unvaccinated rabbits; and most unvaccinated rabbits will succumb to the disease. Transmission is through direct contact with infected fluids, fur, carcasses, etc. Transmission via fomites (e.g. shoes, clothing, equipment, food), flies and other insects […]
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The Singapore Vaccination Guidelines Working Group, comprising veterinarians from NParks/AVS and the Singapore Veterinary Association (SVA), have developed the very first Singapore Vaccination Guidelines for Dogs and Cats. The guidelines contain updated and evidence-backed recommendations that are suited to our local context and are intended to provide guidance to veterinarians practising in Singapore. They address […]
Continue readingSVA is organising a Virtual Conference 2020. To elevate the profession, we are providing steep discount rates to the following: Vet paraprofessionals like vet nurses, vet techs Students from vet school (DVM, BVSc) or relevant polytechnic diplomas Price: $10 per session Please complete the registration form below. Note: SVA reserves the right to decline registration […]
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THE LIVE CONFERENCE HAS ENDED IS NO LONGER ACCEPTING PARTICIPANTS. Given the unique circumstances of 2020, SVA is collaborating with Vet Education and providing a series of 4 weekly (Wednesday evening) webinars. Despite an overwhelming amount of online content, it is still difficult to accumulate structured CPE points due to the lack of offline events/workshops. […]
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Ever wondered what has SVA been up to? After our SVA AGM last weekend, we are now officially in a new term. 2019-2020 has been the longest term so far and arguably the most eventful.The same team still remains to serve as the SVA committee. We look forward to working closely with all our members […]
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SPCA Singapore’s new initiative, ‘Teach with Kindness’, is a movement that aims to spark community conversations on better regulation in the animal training industry. Keeping in the spirit of World Animal Day (4 October 2020), the initiative seeks to promote humane, force-free, and evidence-based training methods among pet owners, for example, the use of rewards […]
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October is typically remembered as World Mental Health. In particular, 10 October is designated World Mental Health Day. We would like to take this opportunity to share some self-care tips and normalise help: Counselling Services Available to Individual SVA Members As part of our partnership with Singapore Anglican Community Services (SACS), the following service will be […]
Continue reading Learn about RHD, a disease very recently found to be in Singapore, isolated to a cluster of rabbits with high fatality rates. This virus is highly contagious resulting in high fatalities even with intensive medical care. Date: 10th October 2020 (Saturday)Time: Singapore time 8pm Registration Link:https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_smzinPd4Tr-FXmfyZqf2Yw Control of the disease is bound strictly by quarantine/isolation, […]
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Cat welfare has come a long way in Singapore with significant improvements over the past decade. Many individuals and groups have contributed to this positive development. Thank you for being with us on this journey and for your efforts to raise the standards of cat welfare. There is, however, still much to be done. Cat […]
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The 9th of October 2020 marks Vet Nurse/Tech Day- a day to raise awareness for both the men and women who work closely with veterinarians on a daily basis helping and providing care to their furry, scaled and feathered patients. We would like to take this opportunity to also celebrate the formation of the Singapore […]
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As part of Temasek Polytechnic (TP) and Singapore Veterinary Association (SVA) collaboration, two TP students have created a website and video to help raise public awareness on High Rise Syndrome (HRS). The two TP Veterinary Technology students are Clara Fong and Jaslyn Ng. Link to the website: https://highrisesyndrome.wixsite.com/hrsicShortened link for easy sharing: https://bit.ly/hrscats Through this […]
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Temasek Polytechnic (TP), in partnership with Singapore Veterinary Imaging (SVI) and supported by the SVA, will be launching a series of courses on veterinary ultrasound. For more details on the course, refer to this link: https://www.tp.edu.sg/courses/part-time-courses/short-courses Update: SSG Funding for the course was recently approved. With this, the course fee is very much subsidised for […]
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The Association of Avian Veterinarians (AAV), the Association of Exotic Mammal Veterinarians (AEMV), and the Association of Reptilian and Amphibian Veterinarians (ARAV) will join together to host ExoticsCon Virtual in 2020! Link: http://www.exoticscon.org/ Event Dates When you register for ExoticsCon Virtual 2020 you will be provided access to EACH Association’s weekend tracks. ExoticsCon Virtual Dates & Times: […]
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NTUC Learning Hub presents 2 upcoming Mental Wellness Workshops. Eligible Singapore Citizens can use their SkillsFuture Credit to offset course fee. Adopting a Wellness Approach at the Workplace Course Overview Self-examine one’s mental health state and stressors affecting self and apply preventive and proactive techniques for personal self-care Identify risks to the team’s well-being Facilitate […]
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Singapore Veterinary Imaging (SVI), in collaboration with Soundiagnosis Academy, will be offering a series of monthly Webinars on Veterinary Ultrasound so that Singapore veterinarians can learn from the comforts of home! Webinars are free to join, RACE APPROVED and allocated 2.5 CE points per session. The first upcoming session will be held on June 25th , 5.30pm SGT. Please find below all […]
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By Honorary Secretary | News
The Veterinary Profession has grown and developed alongside increasing pet ownership and expectations from pet owners in Singapore and the region. As the pet population expands and society places an increasing emphasis on animal health and welfare matters, the role of the veterinary profession, which comprises veterinarians and veterinary technicians, is constantly evolving. As guardians […]
Continue reading The Singapore Veterinary Association (SVA) strongly supports the local veterinary profession in the roles and responsibilities of veterinarians as advocates of animal health, welfare and public safety. SVA is currently working closely with Animal Veterinary and Servce (AVS) on ongoing reviews of different sectors of the local animal industry. SVA is pleased to be heavily […]
Continue readingEDIT: The amended statement was updated on 13th May 2020 for a minor error. SVA is releasing the below statement with regards to euthanasia and the profession’s responsibilities to safeguard animal health, welfare and public health & safety. Thank you. Stay safe. Best Regards, SVA Committee
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Following the announcement of enhanced safe distancing measures running from 7 April to 4 May 2020, SVA is providing the following recommendations (appended in this email) for veterinarians and veterinary clinics. The recommendations should be adopted according to individual clinic operational protocols. Click here to download the PDF file. Essential Services List
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The following message is from WSAVA to all association members: We recognize the additional strain that the COVID-19 pandemic is putting on our members and hope that this e-shot will be helpful in updating you on new developments and highlighting useful information. The COVID-19 emergency gives us, as veterinarians and as a global community, a […]
Continue reading Dear Members, On behalf of SVA, I wish you well. Amidst the COVID-19 situation, SVA understands that many have concerns about whether Veterinary Services will be classified as essential services. SVA will be advocating for Veterinary Services to be classified as essential services. Below you shall find our letter on how SVA is addressing this issue and […]
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As the global COVID-19 situation continues, we have collated a list of credible resources for your vet clinic protocol. We will update this page continually as more information surfaces. So keep checking back for the latest guidelines & tips for veterinary care. 1) COVID-19 & Companion Animals SVA has prepared a position statement to advise […]
Continue reading Unfortunately due to the global COVID-19 situation, the upcoming event is cancelled/postponed. Initial proposed dates: 14 & 15 April 2020Name: “When Imaging Dates with Medicine”Organisers: Medical Plus x SVA This is due to international travel restrictions imposed by the specialists’ workplaces. SVA is currently working on providing possible online CPE alternatives. Thank you for your […]
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Dear Veterinary colleagues, My name is Dr Trish Johansen, a New Zealand-trained veterinarian living in Siem Reap, Cambodia. After visiting Cambodia several times, I became increasingly aware of how many veterinary services were needed to improve animal health and welfare, and human health. After much pressure from the Siem Reap community, I opened a practice, […]
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Dear SVA Members, As you may be aware, the current SVA Executive Committee has placed emphasis on safeguarding and protecting the mental health and wellness of the veterinary profession. Strategic partnerships with mental health and wellness partners has been well-received, such as our partnership with the Singapore Anglican Community Services (SACS) to offer complimentary professional mental health and wellness services to […]
Continue reading According to the OIE – World Organisation for Animal Health, the current spread of COVID-19 is a result of human to human transmission. As of date, there is not enough scientific evidence to identify that companion animals can be infected with or be a source of infection for COVID-19. Hong Kong’s Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation […]
Continue reading The mental health of veterinary professionals has unfortunately been neglected for a long time with its dire consequences showing up within the community from time to time. Burnout, compassion fatigue, low moods, stress, and anxiety are but some of the more commonly experienced symptoms many have suffered in silence. Obstacles in seeking help are the […]
Continue readingVirtual Congress 2020 is an international online event aimed at veterinary professionals, designed to bring you easy access to some of the best speakers in the world, who will give lectures on a series of fascinating topics. Collecting all the knowledge you’ll need in one place, while removing the need to travel, this is the […]
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Note: This is an SVA exclusive event for SVA members only. You will need to login for the sign up link to appear below. Please login here: SVA would like to invite all our esteemed members to our latest WEBINAR: “Chronic Diarrhoea in Cats”. Save the Date 11 February 2020 Venue Wherever you are! Schedule […]
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Do you know what to do when you find a baby bird? Who can help you? Should you leave the baby bird alone? Please refer to the following public advice from ACRES for moe info!
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Dr Gladys Boo, Veterinary Ophthalmology Registrar at Eye Clinic For Animals, pioneered a type of corneal transplant named “Descemet Stripping Endothelial Keratoplasty” in dogs. It is exciting to see our fellow veterinarian creating such a revolutionary technique at the forefront of veterinary ophthalmology. Congratulations, Dr Gladys! Watch the following videos to find out more! Introduction: […]
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Singapore Vet Show 2019 was held over 2 days, 11-12 October 2019 at Suntec Convention Centre. The Guest-of-Honour was Senior Parliamentary Secretary, Ministry of Home Affairs & Ministry of National Development, Sun Xueling. The major event attracted 1,133 veterinary professionals and 75+ exhibitors from over 42 countries. The clinical content programme was developed by the […]
Continue readingSVA is accredited with the NS Mark by the Advisory Council on Community Relations in Defence (ACCORD). SVA is looking to work closely with our member vet clinics to support our National Servicemen (NSmen). So they can continue to serve and fulfil their responsibilities in preserving the peace and security of Singapore. Let’s work together […]
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As part of SVA’s commitment to support veterinary paraprofessionals, we are proud to award the Singapore Veterinary Association Prize 2019 to the following student in recognition for academic excellence: Name: Tan Jing TengSchool: Temasek PolytechnicCourse: Diploma in Veterinary Technology Congratulations and all the best in your bright future ahead!
Continue reading Introduction As part of the current SVA EXCO’s efforts to improve the mental well-being of the veterinary profession in Singapore, during the above-mentioned event, we introduced our partnership with the Singapore Anglican Community Services (SACS – www.sacs.org.sg) on a program called the Employee Assistance Programme + (EAP+). EAP+aims to build organizational well-being through enhancing employee emotional resilience. The […]
Continue readingThe following message is from The Webinar Vet: Thanks to an agreement between Singapore Veterinary Association and The Webinar Vet, SVA members can now register for 6 free hours of online CPE. Each year, The Webinar Vet hosts the world’s largest online veterinary congress featuring the latest topics and world class speakers. In 2019, we […]
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By Honorary Secretary | News
Did you know that every day in Singapore six people are diagnosed with a blood disorder? Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) and Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL) are two of the more commonly found blood disease among Singaporeans and the hard truth is blood diseases can strike anyone at any time with absolutely no warning. For some, […]
Continue readingThe 2019 World Veterinary Day falls on 27 April 2019. This year’s theme is the Value of Vaccination. Vaccination is an essential tool for preventive veterinary medicine, promotion of animal health and welfare, and reducing the risk of human exposure to many zoonotic pathogens. Historically, immunization practices and vaccination protocols have contributed to significantly reduce the prevalence […]
Continue reading 1 The role of the Singapore Veterinary Association (SVA) includes (i) supporting and fostering the character, status, interests, honour and dignity of the veterinary profession and; (ii) informing and acquainting the government & public of Singapore on matters relating to veterinary science and the veterinary profession. 2 While the fees charged by veterinarians and veterinary […]
Continue readingTraditionally, SVA membership duration spans from 30th September to 29th September the following year. E.g. 30th September 2017 to 29 September 2018. So members need to renew every year after 30th September. However, this arrangement has been confusing for many fellow members. We are happy to announce that from 2019 onwards, the membership duration will […]
Continue reading This SVA Position Paper on Veterinary Dentistry was first published in 2017 on the old version of the SVA website: This Singapore Veterinary Association Position Statement addresses the performance of veterinary dentistry on domestic pets (particularly cats and dogs) without anaesthesia and veterinary dentistry by non-veterinary professionals. Veterinary dentistry includes: Cleaning (Scaling and Polishing) Adjustment […]
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