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Dinosaur Art and Science Blended in RVC and City of London Academy Collaboration
Five-week ‘science through art’ after-school outreach project exploring themes of evolutionary diversification and adaptation -
Latest VetCompass™ research explores seizure occurrence in dogs
Seizures are considered common events in dogs. However, reliable information on seizure occurrence in UK dogs has been limited until now. Seizures in dogs are sudden, short lasting and transient events but, to date, most studies have focused on the … -
Latest VetCompass™ research explores seizure occurrence in dogs
This latest VetCompass™ study has revealed the prevalence and risk factors for seizure occurrence. Certain breeds are at increased risk of seizure occurrence. Other risk factors such as sex, age and bodyweight were also identified. These results can help practitioners, insurance companies, pharmaceutical manufacturers and pharmacovigilance agencies by providing a representative evidence-base that can be generalized to the wider dog population.Seizures are considered common events in dogs. However, reliable information on seizure occurrence …
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Owners urged to ‘stop and think’ before buying as English bulldogs are twice as likely to have a health problem
New study from the Royal Veterinary College suggests urgent action is required to reduce many serious health issues of English Bulldogs associated with exaggerated features -
World’s smallest dogs prone to health problems despite rising popularity, according to latest RVC research
Ownership of the Chihuahua, the world’s smallest dog breed, is rising sharply. Yet, according to the largest ever study of Chihuahuas treated in first opinion veterinary practices, the breed is particularly prone to dental disease, obesity, and … -
New research shows Pugs have high health risks and can no longer be considered a ‘typical dog’ from a health perspective
A new study from the Royal Veterinary College suggests urgent action is needed as many health issues of Pugs are associated with their extreme body shape New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has revealed that the health of Pugs in … -
Neutering bitches trebles the risk of urinary incontinence
The research, carried out by the RVC VetCompassTM programme, also indicates that the females of certain breeds are more prone to UI than others -
RVC Skeletal Biology Group’s work showcased in the Diamond Light Source Annual Review Launch
Research shows evidence for a link between abnormal growth, altered loads placed upon the joint and osteoarthritis development which could help identify those at risk of developing osteoarthritisDiamond Light Source, the UK’s national synchrotron science facility, launched its Annual Review …
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New research from the RVC explores the functions of leg muscles and structures in running
Research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has explored the functions of leg muscles, structures and mechanisms in running, finding parallels with bicycle wheels that support body weight, and pedals and gears that enable the muscles to work … -
Epidemiology - VetCompass
The currently high proportion of dogs that are brachycephalic suggests that issues around the health and population explosion associated with these breeds should be considered as a major welfare issue for dogs at a population level.