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Research by the RVC explores link between parasitic infection and stunted growth in children
Analysis of current literature and research by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has revealed there are various pathways which connect parasitic infection to stunting. The findings suggest that human exposure to parasitic disease from conception …Analysis of current literature and research by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has revealed …
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New RVC research helps owners better understand the remaining life expectancy of dogs
New research from the Royal Veterinary College’s (RVC) VetCompass programme now enables owners to predict the remaining life expectancy of their dog from different ages, with results broken down by breed and gender to make these as useful as possible for owners of many breeds in the UK. The findings also identify breeds with the greatest and lowest life expectancies of the 18 breeds in the study, highlighting wide differences in life expectancy amongst popular breeds. -
FECAVA share VetCompass brachycephalic infographics
The Federation of European Companion Animal Veterinary Associations (FECAVA) have shared recent VetCompass brachycephalic infographics on their website, increasing the reach of VetCompass research even further: Link: https://www.fecava.org/news- … -
Dr. Maria Diez Leon: AWSE's new lecturer!
RVC AWSE are very excited to have Maria as our new team member, we hope she settles in well and we look forward to the work we will be doing together. Please see this link to Maria's page for more info.RVC AWSE are very excited to have Maria as our new team member, we hope she settles in well and we …
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Early neutering of bitches increases incontinence risk, study finds
The link between urinary incontinence and neutering in bitches has previously been suspected, but this new study now provides real evidence on the extent of this relationship -
New research unveils the extent of painful eye condition in dogs, and the breeds at most risk
Latest research from the RVC has revealed the true scale of cherry eye, a condition which results in the appearance of a large pink mass in the corner of a dog’s eye. The study also identified the breeds most at risk of developing the condition, including English Bulldogs and popular crossbreeds, such as the Puggle. -
Discover Dogs 2015 event!
In October 2015 the ExCel centre in London was home to another successful Discover Dogs event, organised by the UK Kennel Club. At this popular annual exhibition visitors can meet dogs from over 200 different breeds and types, and have … -
The Weird Thing About Cat Legs
The Atlantic recently published a new online article about Professor John Hutchinson and members of his group from the Structure & Motion team which discusses their research into cat legs and why big cats are the world's only large, crouching … -
Understanding the behaviour and improving the welfare of chickens
RVC's Professor in Animal Welfare, Dr. Christine Nicol, has edited this new publication - Understanding the behaviour and improving the welfare of chickens. The publication draws on Christine's and the contributors' extensive knowledge in …RVC's Professor in Animal Welfare, Dr. Christine Nicol, has edited this new publication - …
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Welcome to Madeline Campbell - Lecturer in human-animal interactions and ethics
AWSE Welcomes Dr Madeleine (Maddy) Campbell, who joins the RVC today as lecturer in human-animal interactions and ethics. Maddy will be known to many in the RVC community, having previously been an honorary lecturer within the animal welfare …AWSE Welcomes Dr Madeleine (Maddy) Campbell, who joins the RVC today as lecturer in human-animal …