New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has revealed that when dinosaurs leapt into the air, they may have used their tails as well as their legs.

The Royal Veterinary College's (RVC) world-leading Queen Mother Hospital for Animals (QMHA) has launched a dedicated Renal Recovery Clinic to provide specialist follow-up care for dogs recovering from acute kidney injury (AKI). This new service delivers comprehensive monitoring and specialist-led advice from veterinarians during the crucial months following an AKI diagnosis, helping improve outcomes and supporting the long-term kidney health of the animals.

Following new research, the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has introduced guidelines to help veterinarians safely check feeding tube placement in dogs and cats. Feeding tubes are commonly used in veterinary medicine, but incorrect placement can have severe and potentially fatal consequences. While radiographs are routinely used to check tube position, this is the first time standardised guidelines have been developed to support veterinarians to make informed and accurate decisions.

New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has revealed divided public attitudes in the UK towards crossbreeding flat-faced (brachycephalic) dogs. The UK public disagrees on whether crossbreeding improves or worsens the health, appearance and temperament of flat-faced dogs, with preferences relating to cute appearance and companionship often outweighing health concerns when owners decide which dog to acquire. These RVC findings provide novel and important insights into the beliefs of the UK public that can help address the ongoing serious dog welfare issues linked to breeding for extreme conformation and low genetic diversity in popular purebred flat-faced breeds.

A new study led by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has verified that lop-eared rabbits are more prone to hidden and potentially painful ear disease. The findings address evidence gaps from previous research and highlight the importance of routine veterinary otoscopic ear checks to help owners protect the health and wellbeing of pet rabbits.

New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has found that advising owners to behave calmly during their arrivals and departures helped puppies adjust to being left on their own.

A new study led by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) and Imperial College London has revealed how dragonflies use a small number of strategically positioned sensors on their wings to monitor wing shape in real time.

Research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has been shortlisted for the prestigious STEM for Britain 2026 award in recognition of its work applying artificial intelligence (AI) to improve fracture detection in animals. By successfully applying an advanced AI system to equine fracture cases and evidencing its cross-species capability, the findings identify opportunities to strengthen diagnostic accuracy and efficiency in veterinary practice and support animal welfare.

New research from the Royal Veterinary College has uncovered how the way chickens are produced, traded and transported in northern Viet Nam can contribute to the spread of avian influenza viruses.

New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has found that although dog owners can often accurately identify common canine health problems, they frequently underestimate how urgently to seek veterinary care.

A new study from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has shed light on how Toxoplasma gondii ( T. gondii ), the causative agent of toxoplasmosis, can alter host behaviour. The research findings show that such behavioural changes are achieved, at least in part, through dopamine manipulation caused by dopamine produced by the parasite itself.

The Royal Veterinary College's (RVC) world-leading Queen Mother Hospital for Animals (QMHA) has launched a brand-new treatment option for dogs with degenerative mitral valve disease (DMVD), called trans-catheter edge-to-edge repair (TEER). The RVC is the first centre worldwide to offer TEER, open-heart surgery and medical treatment for the disease in dogs.

A new study from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has identified that ageing causes a significant loss of blood vessels in the tendons of horses. This discovery offers vital insight into why older horses and people are more prone to tendon injuries and why these injuries heal more slowly and less effectively. The findings will help vets and trainers identify horses at higher risk of injury and choose the most appropriate treatment and rehabilitation strategies to improve recovery.

New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has revealed a 2075% increase in soft-tissue surgical referrals over the past 10 years for French Bulldogs at the RVC's Queen Mother Hospital for Animals (QMHA ) in London.