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RVC study reveals extent of dog obesity crisis in the UK
Study from the RVC reveals scale of the overweight epidemic in dogs in the UK, with 1 in 14 dogs recorded by their vets as overweight each year -
Recognising early signs of heatstroke in dogs can save lives
More than half of dogs that are taken to veterinary clinics with severe heatstroke go on to die from the condition, according to a new study. Image credit: Nottingham Trent University The risks to dogs are much lower, however, if these cases … -
UK scientists inform roadmap to eliminate disease of poverty (UKRI News)
The World Health Organization is advocating a new One Health approach to tackle parasitic blood flukes in Africa following successful UKRI-funded research. The World Health Organization (WHO) has adopted a change of direction in its roadmap to …The World Health Organization is advocating a new One Health approach to tackle parasitic blood …
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New RVC study into euthanasia of dogs aims to help veterinary professionals and owners better prepare for that toughest decision
The discoveries in this new study can support veterinarians and owners to better prepare for and come to terms with such difficult decisions -
New RVC research uses machine-learning to diagnose Cushing’s syndrome in dogs
Utilising machine-learning methods in clinical practice, could contribute to improved diagnosis of Cushing’s syndrome in dogs -
Magnesium concentration now a standard inclusion on feline biochem profiles
RVC Diagnostic labs include magnesium in renal and comprehensive feline biochemistry profiles as standard. -
RVC researchers celebrate progress made in eradicating the deadly peste des petits ruminants (PPR) virus
RVC researchers celebrate progress made in eradicating the deadly peste des petits ruminants (PPR) virus -
A diagnostic to determine the route of infection of Toxoplasma gondii
One of the most common parasitic infections in the world is also one many people haven’t heard of. Toxoplasma gondii, a lesser-known cousin of the malaria parasite, infects all known warm blooded animals, including us, with as many as one in three …One of the most common parasitic infections in the world is also one many people haven’t heard of. …
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Researchers at RVC explored the spatial and seasonal distribution and environmental risk factors for leptospirosis in dogs in GB
Leptospirosis is an important zoonotic disease, widely distributed across the world and mammalian species. Disease can range from asymptomatic to fatal, generally by causing liver and kidney damage. Leptospirosis cases in other countries have been …Leptospirosis is an important zoonotic disease, widely distributed across the world and mammalian …
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RVC appoints new Honorary Professor
Royal Veterinary College bolsters links with the Animal and Plant Health Agency by appointing Dr Emma Snary as Honorary ProfessorThe Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has announced the appointment of Dr Emma Snary, Head of …