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For owners
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RVC at SVEPM 2016
RVC was well represented at SVEPM 2016 in Elsinore, Denmark last weekRVC was well represented at SVEPM 2016 in Elsinore, Denmark last week. VEEPH members received very …
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VEEPH at APHA
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Members of RVC's VEEPH group visit APHA WeybridgeMembers of VEEPH visited APHA Weybridge on 6th July for a research workshop and networking meetings. …
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New research shows Pugs have high health risks and can no longer be considered a ‘typical dog’ from a health perspective
A new study from the Royal Veterinary College suggests urgent action is needed as many health issues of Pugs are associated with their extreme body shape New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has revealed that the health of Pugs in … -
Largest study reveals most common disorders and lifespan of pet hamsters in the UK
New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has revealed the 20 most common disorders in pet hamsters. Of these, the most popular include “wet tail", bite injuries from other hamsters, overgrown nails and/or incisors and traumatic injury. … -
Outstanding Achievements
Various members and affiliated members of the Animal Welfare team at the RVC have recently received a variety of fantastic awards in our field. Congratulations to them all! Dr Rowena Packer wins UFAW's Young Animal Welfare Scientist of the Year …Various members and affiliated members of the Animal Welfare team at the RVC have recently received …
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Beauty versus the Beast: Less extreme body shapes in flat-faced dogs are the UK’s favourite
New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has revealed that when given a choice, the UK prefers less extreme body shapes in flat-faced (brachycephalic) dogs. The general public sees less extreme body shapes as more attractive, healthier, …New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has revealed that when given a choice, the UK …
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Demography and health of Pugs publication in Canine Genetics and Epidemiology
New VetCompass study published which describes the demography and health of Pugs under primary veterinary care in England. The Pug is an ancient dog breed and was the first most commonly registered UK breed in 2014. It is thought that they are … -
Further success for VEEPH Group at ISVEE!
Best graduate student papers/presentations at the ISVEE 14 awarded to 2 RVC VEEPH group member, Alexis Delabouglise and Sara Babo MartinsTwo of our group members have been awarded best graduate student papers/presentations at the ISVEE 1 …
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The Weird Thing About Cat Legs
The Atlantic recently published a new online article about Professor John Hutchinson and members of his group from the Structure & Motion team which discusses their research into cat legs and why big cats are the world's only large, crouching …