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RVC research finds potential in ground-breaking new dietary treatment for canine epilepsy
Research shows that small changes to the diets of dogs with hard-to-treat epilepsy has the potential to reduce the number of seizures and improve the quality of life for affected dogs and their owners.Research conducted by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), funded by The American Kennel Club Canine …
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Can mosquitoes stop us going bump in the night?
International, collaborative research group led by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has demonstrated how the mosquito avoids obstacles in the dark by sensing changes in the airflows generated by its flapping wings. -
RVC research into canine respiratory coronavirus could provide insights into current pandemic
Just published in the journal Veterinary Pathology, the RVC's Prof Simon Priestnall is the author of an invited commentary on canine respiratory coronavirus.Just published in the journal Veterinary Pathology, the RVC's Prof Simon Priestnall is the author …
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New research by the RVC calls for social science input into pandemic policy and response
Challenges and implications for One Health research and the importance of including the social sciences in creating effective government policy to mitigate the spread of zoonotic diseases, such as Covid-19.A new study by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), highlights the challenges and implications for …
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Almost two thirds of Persian cats suffer from at least one health condition according to the largest ever study of this breed.
Disorders of Persian cats
Almost two thirds of Persian cats suffer from at least one health condition according to the largest ever study of this breed. The research, which was conducted by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) in collaboration with the University of Edinburgh, revealed that haircoat disorders, dental disease, overgrown nails and eye discharge are the most common conditions diagnosed in the Persian cat.
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Due to breeding trends 12.7% of British bulldogs suffer from ear infections, 8.8% from skin infections and 8.7% from obesity
Disorders of bulldogs
Ownership of the iconic British bulldog has doubled but the breed is particularly prone to ear infections, skin infections and obesity, according to the largest ever study of British bulldogs treated in first opinion veterinary practices.
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French Bulldogs predisposed to catastrophic elbow fractures, according to RVC research
Fractures of the elbow joint (humeral condyle fractures – see figure 1) can be challenging to repair and in certain dog breeds can happen with minimal trauma, often when dogs are quite young. These fractures are painful and cannot be managed …Fractures of the elbow joint (humeral condyle fractures – see figure 1) can be challenging to …
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Royal Veterinary College professor wins prestigious research award
Professor Harriet Syme of the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has been announced as the winner of the Petplan Charitable Trust Scientific Research Award 2020. The award is made for outstanding contributions to veterinary research and reflects …Professor Harriet Syme of the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has been announced as the winner of …
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Flat-faced dogs such as bulldogs, French bulldogs and pugs at increased risk of heat stroke
Latest VetCompass research: Breeds with flat faces (brachycephalic) are at particular risk of developing heat stroke, the largest study of its kind suggests -
RVC:KCL Collaborative LIDo Studentship investigates air pollution exposure and neonatal brain development
We are delighted to receive one of the prestigious BBSRC LIDo studentships and to welcome Rebecca Morris into the NeuroCellular Stress Group to carry out her PhD at the RVC. Although Becky will be based in Dr Claire Thornton’s lab at the RVC Camden …We are delighted to receive one of the prestigious BBSRC LIDo studentships and to welcome Rebecca …