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Red setters, bulldogs and boxers among dog breeds most likely to have a wee problem
RVC's VetCompass™ programme studied data from veterinary practices across England and found that one in every 100 male dogs is affected by urinary incontinence. -
UK dogs and their fatty lumps: finally the risks explained
Springer Spaniels, Dobermann Pinscher, Weimaraners and Labrador Retrievers: some of our most popular dog breeds in the UK are also the most susceptible to lipomas (also known as fatty masses or fatty lumps), according to the Royal Veterinary College … -
New dog-fighting research: The reasons why vets under-report cases in the UK
Nearly 15% of veterinary professionals suspected that they had treated at least one dog that was engaged in illegal dog fighting in 2015New pioneering research suggests that nearly 15% of veterinary professionals suspected that they …
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New study highlights perceptions of the use of NSAIDs for post-disbudding analgesia of calves
Study looks at the attitudes of farmers and vets on pain perception and pain management methods for disbuddingA new study examining cattle farmers’ and veterinarians’ opinions of pain-induced distress …
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Young, male and crossbred cats at most risk of road accidents
Being young, male and crossbred increases a cat’s chances of being hit by a car, according to the findings of a new paper published today. -
RVC & Bloomsbury Learning Environment Contribute to Sector-Wide Conversation on Technology in Education
Researchers and educators at the RVC and Birkbeck have collaborated on a new e-book about the power and impact of technology on the learning, assessment and feedback of students in educationEducators will now have a valuable insight into the way technology can enhance assessment and …
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Incontinence in bitches: huge breed predispositions shown in VetCompass study
A new research study conducted by Vet Compass into urinary incontinence in dogs and particularly bitches of specific breeds. -
RVC research shows cavalier King Charles spaniels walk like toddlers
Cavalier King Charles spaniels affected by syringomyelia and Chiari-like malformation have an irregular, “drunk-like” gaitResearchers have found that cavalier King Charles spaniels affected by syringomyelia and Chiari- …
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New research traces origins of zoonotic disease to the Neolithic period
Study provides evidence for hypotheses about the effects of farming on human and animal health and wellbeingNew research has investigated the possible origins of the common zoonotic disease brucellosis in …
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Leading global health scientists call for new strategy to tackle the diseases of tomorrow
The heads of the RVC and LSHTM urge the Government to tackle threats to global health by including One Health policy on the agendaUpdate: watch the video of the joint lecture and discussion
The heads of two of the country’ …