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New RVC research finds inbreeding is contributing factor to mid and late-term pregnancy loss in Thoroughbreds
New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), in collaboration with Cornell University, has found that inbreeding is a contributing factor to mid and late-term pregnancy loss (MLPL), but not early pregnancy loss (EPL) in Thoroughbreds. This … -
The RVC celebrates 20 years of life-saving blood donations by launching birthday appeal
The RVC is celebrating 20 years of its life-saving blood donation programme provided at its North Mymms Hawkshead campus – which has supported thousands of cats and dogs over the years. To mark the special occasion and provide more pets with this …The RVC is celebrating 20 years of its life-saving blood donation programme provided at its North …
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New research from the RVC unlocks the key to hummingbird flight
New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), UCLA and the University of British Columbia has found that hummingbirds create a 3D map of their body, which may enable them to hover and make nuanced adjustments to their flight dynamics based … -
President & Principal of the world’s top-rated veterinary school receives RCVS Queen’s Medal in recognition of outstanding achievements
Professor Stuart Reid CBE, President & Principal of the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has been awarded The Queen’s Medal by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) for his services and achievements within the veterinary sector. Professor … -
International welfare group calls for worldwide end to adverts inappropriately using dogs with extreme body shapes
The International Collaborative on Extreme Conformations in Dogs (ICECDogs) has released new guidance for advertisers, heavily informed by research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), that advises on which images of dogs should be avoided in …The International Collaborative on Extreme Conformations in Dogs (ICECDogs) has released new …
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The RVC calls for participants as it launches new study into the effects of Cushing’s disease in horses and ponies
The Royal Veterinary College (RVC), in partnership with CVS Group plc, has launched a new study to explore the effects of Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID), commonly known as Equine Cushing’s disease, in adult and older horses and ponies … -
RVC joins new transdisciplinary network to address antimicrobial resistance
This week, the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has announced its participation in the newly launched Agrifood Systems Transdisciplinary (AMAST) Network – a transdisciplinary project which has been established to better understand how antimicrobial …This week, the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has announced its participation in the newly launched …
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Badgers cleared as main culprit of lamb attacks on Scottish farms
Recent research facilitated by the RVC has found that despite farmer perceptions, foxes remain the most likely culprit for lamb attacks in Scottish farms compared to badgers. Predation, also known as the preying of one animal on another, is a … -
RVC research suggests flatter saddles may improve welfare in ridden horses
A new study from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) and the University of Southampton has suggested that flatter-shaped saddles may better fit horses that spend most of their ridden time in motion. From observing significant changes in the shape … -
RVC graduates shine in this year’s 30 under Thirty
Twelve Royal Veterinary College (RVC) graduates have been selected as part of the 30 Under Thirty Class of 2024 for being outstanding veterinary professionals. Olivia Stofberg They were honoured at the London Vet Show in an Induction Ceremony on 1 …