The ‘Five only’ rules for Veterinarian

1. Only prescribe if necessary
2. Test bacterial sensitivity
3. Raise awareness among animal owners
4. Encourage good practices
5. Keep your knowledge up to date.

The ‘Five only’ rules for animal owners

1. Only use antimicrobials prescribed by your veterinarian
2. Respect the treatment dose and duration
3. Always procure antimicrobials from authorized sources.
4. Prevent infections by following good practices
5. Keep records of antimicrobials administered.

The Five only rules for policymakers

1. Control the use of antimicrobials through veterinary supervision
2. Encourage research on alternative treatments
3. Ensure the existence of appropriate veterinary legislation.
4. Advocate responsible and prudent use
5. Prevent the circulation of adulterated products

Source: The World Organization for Animal Health