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The RVC calls for dogs with autoimmune diseases to take part in observational study to improve canine wellbeing
Researchers at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) are inviting pet owners with dogs who have a newly diagnosed autoimmune disease to take part in an observational study to better understand the prognosis and help improve the wellbeing of those …Researchers at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) are inviting pet owners with dogs who have a …
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Big data from VetCompass reaffirms value of Pimobendan in management of canine heart disease
A new VetCompass study from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has confirmed the findings of previous studies, showing positive outcomes for pimobendan treatment in dogs with heart disease. The results – using a successful application of “target … -
Dr Rowena Packer wins UFAW Award
UFAW is pleased to announce that its Young Animal Welfare Scientist of the Year Award has been given to Dr Rowena Packer, a Clinical Investigations Postdoctoral Researcher at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC). The UFAW Young Animal Welfare … -
RVC vet wins prestigious award for contributions to society
Dr Elsa Beltran, a vet and senior lecturer at the RVC, has received the prestigious Ángel Herrera Award for her invaluable professional contributions and commitment to social transformation -
VetCompass™ study explores the classification, diagnosis, and clinical management of seizures in dogs
Substantial differences between epilepsy classification in clinical records and those assigned by researchers based on formal guidelines support the need for greater integration of diagnostic guidelines in clinical practice -
Research shows epileptic dogs on anti-seizure drugs more likely to experience increased appetite and become overweight or obese
The findings led by the Royal Veterinary College are key in helping vets offer more information and support to pet owners when managing their dog’s epilepsy Researchers from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) working in collaboration with the …The findings led by the Royal Veterinary College are key in helping vets offer more information and …
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Hopes to improve practise after first systematic review of the effectiveness and safety of anti-epileptic drugs in cats
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Researchers from Ghent University (UGhent), Austria Veterinary Medicine School (Austria VetMed) and the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) have found that testing anti-epileptic drugs’ effectiveness and safety for cats has been generally subpar, worse than what was formerly reported in dogs.Researchers from Ghent University (UGhent), Austria Veterinary Medicine School (Austria VetMed) and …
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Graduation day for Dr O'Neill and Dr Summers
Congratulations to Dr Jennifer Summers and Dr Dan O'Neill who graduated this week. Both PhD studies were done within the VetCompass project. Jen looked at the effectiveness of antimicrobials for the treatment of canine pyoderma, and Dan's PhD … -
Journal of Comparative Pathology Educational Trust and Petplan Charitable Trust Joint Research Award
Congratulations to Dr Jonathan Williams, Professor Dirk Werling and Dr Dong Xia who have been awarded The Journal of Comparative Pathology Educational Trust and Petplan Charitable Trust Joint Research Award in Veterinary Pathology. Canine chronic …Congratulations to Dr Jonathan Williams, Professor Dirk Werling and Dr Dong Xia who have been …
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VetCompass™ paper: most highly accessed article
Canine Genetics and Epidemiology is an Open Access journal dedicated to publishing high quality papers that promote improved canine welfare. A recent VetCompass™ paper ‘Demography and disorders of German Shepherd Dogs under primary veterinary care …