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RVC wins awards at BSAVA Congress
Congratulations to Dr Dan O'Neill and Professor Jonathan Elliott who both won BSAVA awards at the recent BSAVA Congress which was held in Birmingham on 4th April 2019. The awards recognise outstanding contributions in the field of small animal …Congratulations to Dr Dan O'Neill and Professor Jonathan Elliott who both won BSAVA awards at the …
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VetCompass Christmas Newsletter 2020
2020 has been a memorable year with remarkable highs and remarkable lows. But the veterinary profession has stepped up and worked tirelessly to maintain the health of the nation’s companion animals in so many ways. We thank you all for your … -
Dog’s body size and shape could indicate a greater bone tumour risk
Osteosarcoma is a painful and aggressive bone tumour in dogs that is known to be more common in certain breeds than others. New research has now confirmed that larger breeds, such as Rottweiler, Great Dane and Rhodesian Ridgeback, have a greater … -
Canine experts prioritise pet dog welfare issues in Great Britain
A study, by The Royal Veterinary College, published on 3rd Feb 2014 in the scientific journal Animal Welfare, reveals the highest priority welfare issues impacting companion dogs in Great Britain, as ranked by a panel of independent experts. The …A study, by The Royal Veterinary College, published on 3rd Feb 2014 in the scientific journal …
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Explore VetCompass findings on UK cats!
We have just released new additions to the growing collection of interactive data displays (‘infographics’) available on the VetCompass website! These visual tools provide handy summaries of demographic information & disease prevalence estimates … -
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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Man’s ‘Best Friend’ just got even better
Dogs have long been called Man’s Best Friend, providing both companionship and work to their human owners. But a revolutionary new research platform called VetCompass™ Programme at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) is now harnessing the power of …Dogs have long been called Man’s Best Friend, providing both companionship and work to their human …
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VetCompass rocks the joint in dogs
Osteoarthritis is the most common joint disease diagnosed in dogs and poses considerable welfare challenges. The condition is progressive and leads to impaired joint function and pain. The VetCompass™ Programme at the RVC collates de-identified EPR …Osteoarthritis is the most common joint disease diagnosed in dogs and poses considerable welfare …
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Welfare crisis looms for flat faced dog breeds commonly used in advertising
Organisations with an interest in dog welfare have penned an open letter asking companies to stop using ‘flat faced’ (brachycephalic) dogs to sell products. The Brachycephalic Working Group (BWG), made up of the veterinary profession, national animal welfare organisations, scientists, and dog breed clubs are calling for companies to stop using flat faced dog breeds, such as Pugs, Bulldogs and French Bulldogs, to endorse and sell products. Soaring demand for these breeds, fuelled by their prominence in advertising and marketing campaigns, is creating a health and welfare crisis. -
Latest VetCompass research presented at BSAVA Congress 2016
Nine VetCompass research abstracts presented at BSAVA Congress 2016, Birmingham The annual British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) Congress is a calendar highlight for small animal veterinarians, researchers and industry …