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RVC Pandemic Puppies Research Programme (In Progress)
The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) is calling for respondents for its survey on puppy buying experiences both before and during the COVID-19 pandemic -
Dawn of the Dinosaurs
Project to find whether early dinosaurs (more than 200 mya) moved very differently from other animals at the time -
RVC part of £125 million bioscience research funding boost
Around £15m of the funding has been awarded to the RVC and other partner organisations of the University College London (UCL) as part of the London Interdisciplinary Doctoral programme (LIDo). The funding programme will train students in world-class bioscience in areas such as agriculture, food, industrial biotechnology, bioenergy and veterinary healthThe Royal Veterinary College (RVC) is part of a £125 million funding programme to drive the next …
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Research news – VetCompass study on mast cell tumours in dogs
Mast cell tumour (MCT) appears to be a frequent tumour type in dogs, though there is little published in relation to its frequency in dogs in the UK. This week, a VetCompass study looking at the prevalence and risk factors for MCTs in dogs … -
Latest VetCompass research uncovers new evidence on Rottweilers in the UK
A new VetCompass™ study has revealed novel insights into the demographics, behaviours and disorders of Rottweilers. This information will raise awareness of predispositions in Rottweilers to a variety of behavioural and health conditions and assist … -
Latest VetCompass Australia research explores early-age desexing of cats
The global problem of unowned domestic cats, driven by their phenomenal reproductive success, carries significant economic, animal welfare and biodiversity costs. Desexing owned cats prior to puberty prevents unwanted litters that contribute to … -
New VetCompass research explores the frequency and risk factors of Cushing's syndrome in dogs
Naturally occurring Cushing's syndrome, is an endocrine disorder which results from chronic excessive production of glucocorticoids. It is associated with recognised clinical signs and can increase the risk of dogs developing other diseases such as … -
UFAW/RVC Companion Animal Genetic Health and Welfare Research (Complete)
This project developed evidence-based recommendations on breed-related health and welfare problems in companion animals. -
Morris Animal Foundation Canine Cancer Epidemiology Research Programme (In progress)
This project aims to explore the frequency of different cancers and factors associated with these cancers in dogs from the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study cohort. Alongside this, VetCompass health data will be examined to explore cancer frequency … -
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