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New RVC research reveals antibiotics offer no benefit in treating dogs with diarrhoea
A new VetCompass study from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has revealed that veterinary prescription of antibiotics at first presentation of uncomplicated diarrhoea in dogs causes no difference in clinical resolution of these cases. The study … -
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 … -
New research confirms extreme welfare issues in Shar Pei, the sandpaper skin dog breed
New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has found that in-turned eyelids and ear disorders are the most common health conditions in Shar Pei dogs in the UK; both resulting from the breed’s characteristic loose, thickened and folded skin. … -
New research from the RVC highlights most common disorders in UK pet guinea pigs
New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has identified the most common conditions in pet guinea pigs in the UK are overgrown nails, ringworm and eye ulcers. Several of these common conditions are linked to sedentary lives in captivity … -
New research from the RVC suggests human heat-health alerts could help prevent heatstroke in dogs
New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) which investigated heatstroke in UK dogs has found a strong correlation between the occurrence of these episodes in dogs and heatwaves in the UK. Researchers therefore suggest that heat-health …New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) which investigated heatstroke in UK dogs has …
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New RVC research reveals later-age spaying of bitches reduces risk of urinary incontinence
A new study from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has revealed that delaying spaying of bitches until between seven and 18 months causes a 20 percent reduction in the risk of early-onset urinary incontinence, compared with early-age spaying … -
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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The RVC awarded funding to advance mollusc aquaculture sustainability in southeast Asia
UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has granted funding to the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) as part of a crucial project researching the sustainability of mollusc aquaculture in southeast Asia. As a popular livelihood and key source of food supply, …UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has granted funding to the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) as part …
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New research from the RVC on India’s antibiotic regulation identifies framework for policy development in livestock
The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has led novel research on India’s 2019 ban on the use of colistin in livestock, providing a framework to approach the regulation of other critically important groups of antibiotics being used in livestock. …The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has led novel research on India’s 2019 ban on the use of …
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Avoid hot dogs: New legal analysis highlights owners’ duty to protect dogs from over-heating
The Legal Advisory Group on Extreme Conformation in Dogs (LAGECDogs) has released a new analysis highlighting the legal responsibilities of dog owners and carers under the Animal Welfare Act 2006 in England (and devolved equivalents for Wales, …The Legal Advisory Group on Extreme Conformation in Dogs (LAGECDogs) has released a new analysis …