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RVC research reveals how ageing may contribute to tendon injuries
New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has identified the different cell populations in horses’ tendons and established which cells are most affected by ageing. These findings will help develop a better understanding of why older … -
New RVC study identifies cancers as health priority in Boxer dogs
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In the largest ever study of Boxer dogs using veterinary records, researchers from the Royal Veterinary College have identified the most common health disorders in the breed in the UK Photo Credit: Emily Stretch Research from the Royal … -
New study examines medial canthoplasty surgical management of brachycephalic ocular syndrome in dogs
A recent research study has examined a type of surgical management used to address brachycephalic ocular syndrome (BOS), a condition prevalent in popular flat-faced (brachycephalic) dog breeds. Due to their 'bulging eyes', a medial canthoplasty (MC) … -
RVC backs first-ever UK Parrot Awareness Week
Parrot Awareness Week (PAW) has been launched in 2023 to promote improving welfare for pet parrots and parrot-like birds. Running from 2nd- 8th July it aims to highlight important welfare themes for parrots in captivity to support owners to provide … -
RVC names “Pet Blood Donors of the Year” this World Blood Donor Day
In celebration of World Blood Donor Day (14 June), the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has announced its Pet Blood Donors of the Year 2023. These awards honour cats and dogs that participate in its vital blood donor programme to help other furry friends in need.Superhero Pets: the RVC names “Pet Blood Donors of the Year 2023” this World Blood Donor Day
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The RVC partners with Equine Register to track UK horse movements to mitigate the spread of infectious diseases
The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has partnered with Equine Register to undertake important research using data from new functions in the Digital Stable app. Funded by the Horse Trust, the RVC research project team will use this information to … -
RVC research drives the development of the world’s first dialysis machine for liver failure patients
Ground-breaking research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has helped lay the foundations for the development of the world’s first dialysis machine for liver failure patients. Working in partnership with clinicians and scientists at UCL, the …Ground-breaking research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has helped lay the foundations for …
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A Very big dog problem: New study identifies alarming bone cancer risk in giant dogs
New research from the Royal Veterinary College has shed light on the frequency and risk factors associated with osteosarcoma bone cancer in dogs in the UK New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has revealed the frequency and risk … -
RVC research reveals persistent illegal puppy selling post-pandemic
Researchers from the Royal Veterinary College are calling for greater protection of puppy welfare as Lucy's Law is not adhered to and increasing numbers of underage puppies are being illegally imported A study exploring changes to UK puppy buying … -
RVC awarded grant to develop first-ever organ-on-a-chip facility for veterinary species
Researchers at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) have been awarded funding to develop a first-of-its-kind organ-on-a-chip facility for veterinary species. By reflecting animal tissue structures and predicting responses to a wide range of stimuli …