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New RVC research gets to the root of dental disease in dogs
Dental disease is one of the most common health problems experienced by dogs but often remains unrecognised by owners as a major welfare issue. The latest research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) reveals just how common dental disease is in … -
“Stop and think before buying a flat-faced dog”: French Bulldog no longer a ‘typical’ dog
“Stop and think before buying a flat-faced dog”: French Bulldog no longer a ‘typical’ dog -
New research reveals potential for earlier detection of cartilage degeneration in osteoarthritis
New research reveals potential for earlier detection of cartilage degeneration in osteoarthritisResearch, led by the RVC, marks an important milestone in detection of molecular changes that mark …
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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. … -
Improving antimicrobial stewardship: RVC research reveals extent of systemic antimicrobial usage in UK equine practice
To mark World Antimicrobial Awareness Week, the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has released new research using real-world antimicrobial prescription data to investigate the use of systemic antimicrobials in UK equine practice. The research, which is …To mark World Antimicrobial Awareness Week, the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has released new …
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16th International Symposium of Veterinary Epidemiologists and Economists held in Halifax, Canada
Our VEEPH group was well represented at ISVEE 16 (International Symposium on Veterinary Epidemiology and Economics) in Halifax in Canada in August 2022. We hosted special sessions, gave oral and poster presentations, were active in workshops, met …Our VEEPH group was well represented at ISVEE 16 (International Symposium on Veterinary …
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New research finds Rottweilers at greatest risk of cranial cruciate ligament rupture
A new study from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) explores the reasons for cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) rupture in dogs in the UK, as well as the factors influencing how it is managed clinically. The research also identifies which breeds are … -
British bulldog ownership has doubled but breed faces high risk of skin disease and obesity
Findings show that due to breeding trends 12.7% of British bulldogs suffer from ear infections, 8.8% from skin infections and 8.7% from obesity -
COVID-19 travel restrictions came too late, shows study, as scientists call for coordinated pandemic preparedness efforts
Researchers from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) and the University of Oxford responsible for tracking COVID-19 Alpha and Delta variant transmission across the UK have published their genomic tracing of the Omicron variant concluding that: …Researchers from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) and the University of Oxford responsible for …
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FAWSE success at Post graduate research day
On the 8th of June 2022, RVC held it’s annual post graduate research day at our Hawkshead Campus. Post graduates across the RVC showed off the hard work they are putting into their varying projects with impacts statements, presentations and posters. …On the 8th of June 2022, RVC held it’s annual post graduate research day at our Hawkshead Campus. …