Dr. Elize van Vollenhoven spent 18 years in State Veterinary Services before joining the Department in 2010. During her time in State Veterinary Service, she obtained experience in law enforcement, laboratory services and animal disease control. Dr. van Vollenhoven obtained a law degree in 2007 through UNISA, studying part time. She lectures the veterinary and para-veterinary undergraduate students in horse: ethology, handling and nutrition.