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New research from the RVC lifts the lid on dog breeds suffering from abnormal eyelids
A new study from the Royal Veterinary College’s (RVC) VetCompass Programme has revealed the scale of serious welfare issues associated with dog breeds that have abnormal eyelid positioning that many people still consider as ‘normal for the breed’. … -
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 …
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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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New research from the RVC reveals how boredom can manifest in animals
A new study from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has revealed that sensory monotony can induce boredom-like behaviour in rats, as happens in humans. These findings could have implications for animal training, animal welfare, and for understanding …A new study from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has revealed that sensory monotony can induce …
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International experts warn noisy breathing could signal suffering in popular flat-faced dogs
The International Collaborative on Extreme Conformations in Dogs (ICECDogs) has released new guidance for owners advising that brachycephalic (flat-faced) dogs, such as French Bulldogs, Pugs and English Bulldogs, that have noisy breathing at rest or …The International Collaborative on Extreme Conformations in Dogs (ICECDogs) has released new …
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New RVC study reveals novel insights into nail clipping in dogs in the UK
A new study by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) VetCompass Programme has revealed that nail clipping in dogs in the UK is a highly common procedure and recommends additional training and education to further support veterinarians and owners to … -
Terrier-ific: New RVC research gives Yorkie Dogs a good bill of health
New research conducted by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC)’s VetCompass programme, exploring the demography, clinical health and longevity of Yorkshire Terriers in the UK, has revealed they are largely healthy and long-lived dogs. Despite this, … -
RVC’s Professor Jonathan Elliott appointed a panel member for Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2029
Jonathan Elliott, Professor in Veterinary Clinical Pharmacology at the Royal Veterinary College has been appointed as a panel member for the Agriculture, Food and Veterinary Sciences unit for the criteria-setting phase of for the Research Excellence …Jonathan Elliott, Professor in Veterinary Clinical Pharmacology at the Royal Veterinary College has …
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The RVC furthers development and use of organ-on-a-chip technology through partnership with Emulate
The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Emulate, Inc. to build on prior RVC research into Organ-on-a-Chip (Ooc) technology and support the development of animal species-specific Organ-Chip models. An …The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Emulate, Inc. …
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RVC researcher awarded prestigious UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship
The Royal Veterinary College’s (RVC) Dr Sarah Hill, Research Fellow in Genomic Epidemiology (Infectious Diseases), has been awarded a highly competitive Future Leaders Fellowship by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). The funding will support her …The Royal Veterinary College’s (RVC) Dr Sarah Hill, Research Fellow in Genomic Epidemiology ( …