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World’s smallest dogs prone to health problems despite rising popularity, according to latest RVC research
Ownership of the Chihuahua, the world’s smallest dog breed, is rising sharply. Yet, according to the largest ever study of Chihuahuas treated in first opinion veterinary practices, the breed is particularly prone to dental disease, obesity, and … -
RVC launches revolutionary Pet Diabetes App
App provides pet owners with a convenient free tool to actively participate in the medical management of their pet and participate in research and help develop better treatment options for pets with diabetes -
The RVC collaborates on new veterinary Endocrinology App for Dogs
The Royal Veterinary College’s (RVC) data and analytics has supported Dechra Veterinary Products to create a research-informed app - the first of its kind - which helps vets better diagnose and treat disorders that affect the glands producing … -
RVC Research Fellow profiled in Audubon
RVC Research Fellow, Ashley Heers, work is profiled in Audubon, a prominent USA magazine whose mission is to conserve and restore natural ecosystems, focusing on birds, other wildlife, and their habitats for the benefit of humanity and the earth's …RVC Research Fellow, Ashley Heers, work is profiled in Audubon, a prominent USA magazine whose …
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Helping racehorses put their best foot forward
An international research team is working to understand how horseshoes affect foot skeleton stress in racehorses, in a project that is likely to benefit the racing industry and protect horses from injury. The research team, from the RVC, UQ in … -
RVC and LSHTM working together for the Future of Global Health
Why One Health and veterinary epidemiology are so important to the future of global health - a debate hosted by New Scientist, the RVC and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical MedicineIn partnership with New Scientist, the RVC and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine …
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Highlights of the 1st International Evidence Based Veterinary Medicine Conference
Evidence based veterinary medicine (EBVM) in the UK took a giant step forward with the First International EBVM Network Conference on October 23-24, 2014. The meeting was organised by RCVS Knowledge and was a huge success, with 250 delegates being … -
Walk This Way
New research by Dr Tatjana Hubel and Dr Jim Usherwood provides fresh insight into the impact of size and speed for the way we humans walk and run. Dr Hubel, working alongside Structure and Motion Lab colleague Dr Usherwood, has been conducting … -
MSci student successful at International Conference
Jacob Regan (MSci student) has been successful in applying for a place to attend the Early Career Forum at ENDO 2017 in Florida in April (the world’s largest event for presenting and obtaining the latest in endocrine science and medicine). This …Jacob Regan (MSci student) has been successful in applying for a place to attend the Early Career …
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Identical mice: which is the kindest way to mark them?
RVC research is helping improve care of laboratory mice. Lab mice usually appear identical, so the most common way to identification mark them is to cut small holes or notches in their ears. A less common alternative is to mark them using ink on the …RVC research is helping improve care of laboratory mice. Lab mice usually appear identical, so the …