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New study reveals link between chromosomal errors and pregnancy loss in mares
Researchers from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), as part of a team from Cornell University, have identified chromosomal errors as a common cause of pregnancy loss in mares. Whilst chromosomal abnormalities are widely acknowledged as a common … -
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Update on Gastrointestinal Diseases in Horses
Bettina Dunkel, Associate Professor in Equine Medicine The most commonly described intestinal disease in horses is probably gastric ulcers and colic but other diseases such as colitis and inflammatory bowel disease also play an important role. The … -
New RVC research finds inbreeding is contributing factor to mid and late-term pregnancy loss in Thoroughbreds
New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), in collaboration with Cornell University, has found that inbreeding is a contributing factor to mid and late-term pregnancy loss (MLPL), but not early pregnancy loss (EPL) in Thoroughbreds. This … -
RVC study identifies genes associated with higher risk of fracture in horses
New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has identified more than 100 genes that may contribute to bone fracture risk in Thoroughbreds. These findings will inform further research into genetic risk factors, contributing to health and … -
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Equine CT Upgrade
RVC Equine has a new, wider bore CT scanner, which improves the service’s diagnostic capacity for neck problems and will help generate a greater understanding of conditions affecting horses, which can help progress treatment methods. -
Trot-up and Arena
RVC Equine’s custom-built exercise area provides optimum facilities for our team of specialists to accurately assess each horse’s gait on different surfaces and at different paces, moving in a straight line and in circles. -
Farriery
Farriery has a long-standing tradition at the Royal Veterinary College and is an integral part of our case management. The RVC farriery team includes Peter Day and Dr Chris Pardoe. -
Emergencies
The Royal Veterinary College's Equine Practice team is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. You can contact the equine practice day or night on 01707 666297. Complex emergency cases can be referred to the RVC Equine Referral Hospital -
Lameness
The recognition, localisation and treatment of lameness can be challenging. Veterinary specialists at RVC Equine are experienced and renowned for the work-up of complex lameness cases and cases of poor performance. -
How to Refer
How to refer a horse to the RVC Equine Hospital