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New research suggests genetic diversity is key to the sustainability of local chicken farming in Africa
Study suggests that a more localised and flexible approach could boost the productivity of small-scale chicken farms in AfricaThe results of a collaborative new study suggest that a more localised and flexible approach could …
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New RVC study reveals consequences of 2020 pandemic restrictions on puppies
Puppy imports, designer crossbreeds and the closure of puppy classes identified as key differences in the early lives of puppies purchased in 2020 A study by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has revealed that puppies purchased during the … -
UK falls out of puppy-love with Westies
The discovery is surprising given that the breed, which is well-known for its dense white coat and cheeky face, has been a multiple Crufts winner and featured in various long-running advertising campaigns. -
VetCompass promotes undergraduate research outputs at BSAVA 2024.
An impressive fourteen VetCompass projects will be presented at BSAVA Congress 2024 in Manchester this week. Twelve of these projects were undertaken by undergraduate veterinary medicine students and a further two undertaken by Master of Research … -
The Federation of Veterinarians of Europe (FVE) formally supports VetCompass
The Federation of Veterinarians of Europe (FVE) have issued a formal statement in support of VetCompass, detailing the following: "The Federation of Veterinarians of Europe (FVE) fully supports and commends the work that VetCompass is doing. In … -
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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For owners
As dedicated owners, each time your pet visits a VetCompass™ participating veterinary practice, you are contributing to the long-term health of companion animals. -
Reconstruction of ancient chromosomes offers insight into mammalian evolution
What if researchers could go back in time 105 million years and accurately sequence the chromosomes of the first placental mammalWhat if researchers could go back in time 105 million years and accurately sequence the chromosomes …
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New Book Chapter - the dog as a model for human longevity
As well as working to improve animal health and welfare, VetCompass is now contributing toward a greater understanding of human health. There are remarkable overlaps and similarities in health between humans and dogs. The dog is the most … -
RVC study reveals extent of dog obesity crisis in the UK
Study from the RVC reveals scale of the overweight epidemic in dogs in the UK, with 1 in 14 dogs recorded by their vets as overweight each year