There are a few crucial cornerstones to the welfare model that is being dynamically implemented in EnviroVet CVC. They are resulting in huge strides being made in the welfare of animals in South Africa. The primary importance of sterilization as the most significant intervention to prevent animal neglect issues is the core focus of EnviroVet CVC. The crucial cornerstones for the organization are:
- The sterilization of in excess of 70% of cats and dogs in any geographic area within one breeding cycle (that is 6 months). In this way, the continuous addition to the population of new litters is controlled.
- A maintenance plan instituted with local organizations and vets to ensure the ongoing health and sterilization of the population.
- The effective education of community members is a core part of successful intervention in any community. The effects of simple, positive interactions between field workers and pet owners are astounding and often leave a lasting and positive sense of responsibility amongst community members. EnviroVet CVC is opposed to the practice of removing animals from communities except in cases where animals are unwanted.
- The empowerment of members of communities with a special affinity for animal care work by opening opportunities to generate income from primary care services under the guidance of health care professionals.
- The training of suitable Animal Welfare Assistants (AWA’s) to work under the mentorship of a veterinarian within specific communities.
- The training of veterinarians in autonomous and sustainable animal welfare practice.
- The sterilization of in excess of 70% of cats and dogs in any geographic area within one breeding cycle (that is 6 months). In this way, the continuous addition to the population of new litters is controlled.
- A maintenance plan instituted with local organizations and vets to ensure the ongoing health and sterilization of the population.
- The effective education of community members is a core part of successful intervention in any community. The effects of simple, positive interactions between field workers and pet owners are astounding and often leave a lasting and positive sense of responsibility amongst community members. EnviroVet CVC is opposed to the practice of removing animals from communities except in cases where animals are unwanted.
- The empowerment of members of communities with a special affinity for animal care work by opening opportunities to generate income from primary care services under the guidance of health care professionals.
- The training of suitable Animal Welfare Assistants (AWA’s) to work under the mentorship of a veterinarian within specific communities.
- The training of veterinarians in autonomous and sustainable animal welfare practice.