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  • BSc(Hons) (University of Pretoria)
  • BVSC (University of Pretoria)
  • CertSCVA Certificate of Safety and Competence in Veterinary Acupuncture (Association of British Veterinary Acupuncturists, UK)
  • CVA Certificate Veterinary Acupuncture from Chi Institute, Florida, USA.
  • CCRP Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner (University of Tennessee)
  • CCBW (Caninology Canine Body Worker USA)

Dr Tanya Grantham

Tanya is our leader and visionary. A qualified Veterinarian (Bsc (Hons), BVSc), with over 20 years experience in Private Veterinary Practice, she is passionate about making a difference in the lives of physically compromised animal companions. She is a member of the Complementary Veterinary Medicine Group where she is registered as an acupuncturist and veterinary rehabilitation practitioner. Over the last 12 years, she has been a pioneer in her field, taking every opportunity to gain more knowledge and acquire more skills. She is a generous and supportive teacher and loves to share her knowledge to human guardians and other veterinarian professionals alike.

To learn more about Dr Tanya Grantham visit www.drtanyagrantham.co.za

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  • Authorised by the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC)
  • CCRP Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner (University of Tennessee)
  • CCBW (Caninology Canine Body Worker USA)
  • Myofascial Release Level 2 Certification (Equicanis Africa)
  • Certified Canine Fitness Trainer (University of Tennessee)
  • Reiki Master
  • National Child Handler (Kennel Union of South Africa KUSA)
  • Reserve National Adult Handler (Kennel Union of South Africa KUSA)

Jessica Evans

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Jessica is one of our Physical Rehabilitation Therapists and Benoni practice manager. She guides your companion through his or her physical therapy treatments with compassion and professionalism.

Jessica has completed her Equicanis Africa Myofascial Release Level 2 course, her Certified Canine Fitness Trainer Course and Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner Certification through the University of Tennessee. More recently Jessica attended training for Veterinary Reception and Management as well as completing her Veterinary Practice Manager Certification through the Cambridge Institute of Dog Training and Behaviour.

She has experience interacting with and managing dogs that way outweighs her years. She has been active in the National Breed Showing arena for over ten years, and has been a valuable part of our team since 2013.

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  • Authorised by the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC)
  • National Diploma in Equine Sciences (Tshwane University of Technology)
  • CCBW (Caninology Canine Body Worker)
  • EEBW (Equinology Equine Body Worker)
  • Canine Hydrotherapy (Greyfriars UK)
  • Advanced Watertreadmill (Greyfriars UK)
  • UK Diploma in Hydrotherpy (Greyfriars UK)
  • Basic Canine Massage and Acupressure Course (HolisticVet)

Bianca Rootman

Born in the year of the Horse, Bianca has always been a devoted animal lover. She knew when she left school that she would definitely be going into a career with animals. Initially she focused in the Equine field where she was introduced to the concept of equine physical rehabilitation and holistic therapies.  She opened her own business, Equi-Hands, in 2014 and started working with sport horses.

In 2015 she was introduced to the field of Canine Rehabilitation where met the Animal Health and Hydro Team. Bianca joined the Team in 2016 working as a canine therapist, brings a quiet and gentle touch to even our most boisterous of patients. Bianca has completed the theory and practical aspect of her Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner (CCRP) Course and will be writing the exam in 2019.

Bianca is the AHAH Equine therapist who along with Dr Marisa Slabber, heads up the AHAH equine team travelling in and around Gauteng. Along with her equine therapies, Bianca is also the Canine Therapist based at the Pretoria East branch.

Profile picture Delia Malinick Administrator
  • Office Manager
  • Official Treat Dispenser
  • Equine Massage Therapist
  • Reiki Master
  • Chef Extraordinaire
  • Retired Assistant Race Horse Trainer (with George Mazaham 1991 - 1996)
  • Small scale ethical sheep farmer and honey supplier

Delia Mallinick

Delia is our administrator and Dr Tanya’s personal assistant. She helps us to help you - by keeping our office running. She brings humour and enthusiasm to our team. She is also the master chef behind our many workshop functions, keeping our brains going and energy levels high with delicious treats.

She has a lifelong experience with animals, and horses in particular. Before she joined us she staffed the reception at a few busy local vets, acting as a valuable interface between the public and the vets.

Profile picture Kim Magennis Administrator
  • BCompt (accounting Science)
  • BA (Psychology, Linguistics)
  • Reiki Master
  • Pilate's Instructor

Kim Magennis

Whether is comes to numbers or words, Kim is our gal. She helps Tanya and the rest of her Team get themselves heard, and organised - not necessarily in that order. As a part-timer she brings an outside perspective and commercial guidance to our business.

She is a fervent believer in helping others, and what better way than to serve those who serve human guardians and their animal companions.

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