About Us

We are Tanzania Small Animal Veterinary Organization (TASAVO) a Non Governmental Organization (NGO). Our head office is located in Mbezi Beach Dar es Salaam.
Our main objective at TASAVO is to improve Animal Health and Animal Welfare of dogs and cats in Tanzania and the improvement of Animal Health and Animal Welfare of mixed practice that include working on other species of animals.

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Our Recent Activities

Thursday
September 28 2023

World Rabies Day

TASAVO together with stakeholders held a successful world rabies day vaccination compaign on 28th september which is done every year worldwide, Hundreds of dogs and cats have been vaccinated against rabies, dewormed and some treated from various ailments, the vaccination compaign is still going on for a week in various stations within kinondoni district in Dar es salaam. Much thanks to Animal kind international and volunteer veterinarians for supporting these activities.

Wednesday
December 13 2023

Animal Welfare in Manyara

TASAVO have been so busy this december , apart form Regular TNR, some members had to travel to Katesh-Hanang in Manyara region to see the impact of Floods and Land slides that occured early december leaving more than 70 lives dead from the catastrophe. Members visited the site to see the impact of flood to animals and ways to intervene if welfare of the animals are at stake. Thanks to Animal kind international (AKI) for supporting welfare of animal in Tanzania

Wednesday
December 20 2023

Community Animal Welfare Service Day (CAWS)

TASAVO conducted a special Community Animal welfare Service Day (CAWS) at Arusha where animals were sterilized, dewormed, and treated for some conditions. All Dogs and cats got their rabies shots.

Our Ongoing Projects

Animal Welfare Education

Tanzania has many dogs and cats. Tanzania has four million dogs and two million cats. In Tanzania most of dogs and cats are not given adequate veterinary care, food and shelter.

Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

TASAVO in collaboration with World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA) provides both clinical and practical management topic to support our members in acquiring new methodologies which will assist in providing high quality care to dogs and cats.

Research

TASAVO facilitate veterinarians and scientists to conduct research in small animal in Tanzania. There are several areas in small animal medicine and welfare which are unknown which need to be known.

Mass Rabies Vaccinations

In collaboration with stakeholder, TASAVO mobilize dog and cat owners to vaccinate their dogs and cats in year basis to prevent rabies.

Dog Shows

TASAVO organise yearly basis dog show which bring together small animal veterinarians, dog owners and animal health companies.

Indigenous Poultry

Tanzania Small Animal Veterinary Organization (TASAVO) is working with communities around Protected Areas (PAs) in Tanzania to prevent Newcastle Disease (ND) through regular vaccination of indigenous poultry by using thermal stable Newcastle Disease Vaccine (I – 2).

Call for Mentors and Mentees - Join the PROVETWELL Mentorship Program!

Are you a Tanzanian veterinary graduate seeking guidance from experienced vets to navigate your career? Are you a senior veterinarian eager to guide and support fellow vets in achieving career success? If so, the PROVETWELL Mentorship Program is for you!

The PROVETWELL Mentorship Fellowship, launched by the Tanzania Small Animals Veterinary Organisation (TASAVO) with support from the World Small Animals Veterinary Association (WSAVA) and guidance from Art of Mentoring, is a six-month structured mentorship program. Designed to foster professional growth in the veterinary field, the fellowship connects mentors and mentees to facilitate career development, knowledge exchange, and leadership skills.

For Mentees:

Get career guidance from experienced professionals from wherever you are (remotely).
Gain practical skills and industry insights.
Expand your professional network.
Receive a certificate upon program completion.
Become a TASAVO member for free.

For Mentors:

Guide and support the next generation of veterinarians from wherever you are (remotely).
Develop leadership and mentorship skills.
Earn recognition and certification.
Get direct TASAVO membership and connected with exclusive opportunities.
Connect with TASAVO and WSAVA platforms.

Mentees:

A recent Tanzanian veterinary graduate (within 2-4 years post-graduation).
Must be in their final year of veterinary studies.
Must be eager to learn, grow, and actively participate in the program.
Must dedicate at least one meeting per month with their mentor - (physically or remotely).

For Menteers please click here to apply

Mentors:

Must have at least three years of experience in the veterinary profession.
Should have a passion for guiding and developing young veterinary professionals voluntarily.
Must dedicate at least one meeting per month with their mentee(s) - (physically or remotely).

For Mentors please click here to apply

The deadline for application is 15th May 2025 but applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Secure your spot now and be part of this life-changing mentorship journey!

For inquiries, contact us:

Email: rajabawami@tasavo.co.tz

Phone: +255 672 476 889

NB: Confidentiality will be strictly maintained, ensuring that all discussions between mentors and mentees remain private and will not be disclosed under any circumstances.

Join us in building a stronger, more connected veterinary community!