Only species duly authorized will be admitted in the facility. Other species will be referred to other authorized centers.

Completion of register.

The general welfare of animals kept under captive conditions shall be subject to the provisions of the Animals Protection Act, 1962 (Act no. 71 of 1962), as amended, the Performing Animals Act, 1935  (Act no. 24 of 1935), as amended, and Provincial Environmental Legislation as amended as well as any other legislation, policy or strategy that is applicable to such an action.

The services of a practicing veterinarian will be during surgical procedures as well as the administration of all scheduled drugs.

All drugs will be administered according to the recommendations and prescriptions.

All wild animals will be critically evaluated by a veterinarian on a regular basis for recovery, health and fitness.

Adequate and balanced diets for all species will be maintained. (Pta and Jhb Zoo will also help in this regard) PAZAAB Manual for animal diets.

Phase 1: Admission of the animal - person
> Gather history from the person presenting the animal
> Record all information

Phase 2: Admission of the animal
> Open new file and record all background and relevant information

Stabilisation of Animal:
Evaluate the animal quickly when transferring to a holding pen/cage/etc.
Examine for critical conditions and administer emergency care as needed
Provide warmth (unless hypothermic)
Provide quiet rest space – do not stress the animal unnecessary.
Prepare materials needed for examination

Initial Examination:
Weight
Temperatures (as able)
Visual examination
Palpate limbs
Examine orifices
Assess nutritional status and condition

Initial Treatment:
Provide fluids as soon as possible – normally animals are very dehydrated when submitted to the clinic. 
Clean and treat any wounds
Stabilize fractures
Administer medications (antibiotics, tranquilizers, etc.)
Provide appropriate, palatable nutrition for species and status
Conduct or schedule any ancillary diagnostics (radiographs, blood work, etc.) and any additional treatments (surgeries, follow-up wrap changes, etc.)

Intensive Rehabilitation:
Monitor weight
Provide ongoing, appropriate nutrition
Treat medical problems as needed
Provide comfortable, appropriate housing and habitat, minimize interaction with human activity

Provide manual physical therapy as needed

Release evaluation (some exceptions for each category)

Release
a) Provide proper/safe transportation
TRANSPORT CRATES
These will be built according to IATA guidelines and will conform to the minimum translocation standards.
Choose appropriate season/time of year (migration, breeding season, etc.)
Choose appropriate time of day
Provide food if appropriate
Monitor post-release if possible

RELEASE OF ANIMALS INTO THE WILD

The release of any of the animals will be coordinated and authorized by the Environmental Management Authority. Prior to the application of a permit for a release, the evaluation process will take into account the natural distribution range of the specific species, the suitability of the specific areas in terms of habitat, available prey or food, potential conflict with agricultural activities, territorial individuals of the same species already establish in the area, genetic integrity of receiving populations, and written permission of the landowner in advance.

The following criteria for the releasing of wild animals back into the wild will be of effect:
Animals should be released as soon as possible.
Animals should be in a good condition and able to survive under natural conditions.
A veterinarian should confirm the good physical condition of the animal.
The physiological state of the animal should be taken in consideration.
Rehabilitated wild animals should be returned to their original natural/suitable environment.
Climatic factors are important, as the animals may need time to adapt to the new environment.
Animals may not be released in an area where it may endanger other animals or have a negative effect on human interests, obviously this exclude the predator category.
Migratory species should be released when they can migrate with the rest of the individuals of the species.(birds).