Royal Veterinary College


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New research from the RVC reveals the highest priorities for future canine health and welfare research

Health - Dec 9, 2024
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New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has identified that research into behaviour, clinical practice, shelter welfare and breed-related diseases are amongst the highest research priori

Health - Dec 20, 2024

New research from the RVC identifies impact of owner perceptions on brachycephalic dog welfare reforms

One in seven owners of extreme brachycephalic dogs stated that 'nothing' could put them off buying a brachycephalic dog. A new study from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has identified key perceptual barriers to improving the welfare of brachycephalic (also known as flat-faced) dogs.

Life Sciences - Dec 16, 2024

RVC awarded international grants to advance research into cattle vaccines

The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has been awarded two pump-prime grants from the International Veterinary Vaccinology Network (IVVN) to advance crucial research into Bovine Babesiosis and Bovine Tuberculosis vaccines to support cattle welfare.

Health - Dec 13, 2024

Researchers identify factors that will support injury prevention and welfare of racehorses

Researchers from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) have determined several factors that could reduce the risk of fatality in Jump racing and substantially improve racehorse welfare.

Health - Dec 12, 2024

Research identifies new model for wildlife health management

Research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has identified a new approach to assessing and managing health in wildlife populations.

Health - Dec 3, 2024

RVC awarded international grant to advance research into fatal blood disease of dogs

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The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has been awarded a research grant from Allen and Barbara Dearry through the Morris Animal Foundation's Donor Inspired Study programme to advance critical research into immune-mediated haemolytic anaemia (IMHA), a serious and often fatal blood disease in dogs.

Health - Oct 1, 2024

The RVC upholds high scores for fourth year of Knowledge Exchange Framework

Last Updated: 01 Oct 2024 09:38:47 The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has achieved another set of strong results in the fourth iteration of the Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF4), outperforming its peers in both research partnerships and collaborating with businesses.

Health - Aug 14, 2024

Need for greater One Health understanding in antimicrobial resistance management

New study reveals need for greater One Health understanding in antimicrobial resistance management.

Veterinary - Dec 16, 2024

Biggest risk factors for puppies developing separation-related behaviours

New research conducted by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), in collaboration with Dogs Trust, has identified experiences in a puppy's early life that put them at the greatest risk of developing separation-related behaviours (SRBs) when left home alone.

Health - Dec 13, 2024

Researchers identify factors that will support injury prevention and welfare of racehorse

Researchers from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) have determined several factors that could reduce the risk of fatality in Jump racing and substantially improve racehorse welfare.

Health - Dec 12, 2024

Epileptic dogs on anti-seizure drugs more likely to experience increased appetite and become overweight or obese

Research shows epileptic dogs on anti-seizure drugs more likely to experience increased appetite and become overweight or obese.

New research from the RVC reveals reasons for antibiotic usage in Indian chicken farming

New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), in collaboration with the West Bengal University of Animal & Fishery Sciences (WBUAFS), explored antibiotic use in chicken farming in eastern India, revealing how poultry companies play a significant role in influencing the way antibiotics are used during food production compared to chicken farmers.

Veterinary - Oct 29, 2024

Research suggests flatter saddles may improve welfare in ridden horses

Last Updated: 29 Oct 2024 13:48:07 A new study from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) and the University of Southampton have suggested that flatter-shaped saddles may better fit horses that spend most of their ridden time in motion.

Health - Aug 28, 2024

New RVC research debunks belief that designer crossbreed dogs are healthier than purebreds

The RVC has undertaken the world's largest study into the health of designer crossbreed dogs and revealed that the overall health of three common designer crossbreeds (Cockapoo, Labradoodle and Cavapoo) is largely similar to their parent purebred breeds.

Life Sciences - Aug 12, 2024

Hop to it: New research explores the muscle anatomy of frogs in relation to their movement

Researchers from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) and UCL have uncovered anatomical differences between species of frogs specialising in different locomotor styles.