Introduction to VetCompass
VetCompass is a collaborative not-for-profit research project prioritising companion animal welfare. VetCompass is the veterinary practice knowledge hub working to improve the quality of life of companion animals.
The Royal Veterinary College (RVC), in collaboration with the University of Sydney, is undertaking a UK wide long term study of small animal disease. The aims of this project are to investigate the range and frequency of small animal health problems seen by veterinary surgeons working in general practice in the United Kingdom and highlight major risk factors for these conditions.
We are doing this through the routine capture of first opinion clinical data via electronic patient records held with practices’ Practice Management Systems (PMSs).
The data we collect will enable completion of:
Regional demographic assessments- Disease prevalence studies
- Risk factor analysis
and more...
Ultimately, the data collected will be an invaluable contribution to the knowledge-base of both veterinary researchers and practitioners.
Latest VetCompass Data Update
VetCompass exceeds 500,000 unique animals!
The VetCompass database has been updated with the latest data, bringing the total number of animals to over 500,000. This relates to approaching 3 million episodes of care.
| SPECIES | No. UNIQUE ANIMALS |
|---|---|
| Canines | 251,771 |
| Felines | 201,802 |
| Rabbits | 21,066 |
| Birds | 6,161 |
| Rodents | 1,956 |
| Reptiles | 1,434 |
| Ferrets | 1,238 |
| Fish | 359 |
| Other | 15,556 |
| TOTAL | 501,343 |
Number of animals recruited by species, May 2013
Latest News
25th May 2013
VetCompass featured on BBC Radio 4 programme "More or Less".
12th May 2013
VetCompass exceeds 500,000 unique animals!.
10th May 2013
Dogs Trust Canine Welfare Award for the RVC.
6th May 2013
VetCompass article on chronic kidney disease.
6th February 2013
British Veterinary Association (BVA) supports VetCompass
17th January 2013
VetCompass article on canine epilepsy
8th January 2013
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