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Peke-a-poo: Boom in designer dogs creates the perfect storm for animal welfare issues
A new study, led by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), has revealed a huge demand for designer crossbreed dogs in the UK between 2019 and 2020 and has identified the main factors behind the increasing demand – including beliefs that they are more … -
The RVC urges owners of hot dogs to “cool first, transport second”
A new study by the VetCompass team at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has found that dogs with heatstroke may be suffering even further due to outdated first aid practices. The research calls for updated guidance to be promoted more widely for … -
World Blood Donor Day – Celebrating Animal Blood Donations at the RVC
Thousands of animals’ lives are saved by blood donors, and there is an increasing need for dog and cat donors -
New study by the RVC reveals scale of UK canine health and welfare research funding
New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), which explored the amount of UK not-for-profit funding for research into canine health and welfare, found that 109 UK funders provided £57.8 million between 2012 and 2022. This study is the first …New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), which explored the amount of UK not-for- …
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How curved are your bones? RVC study finds smart bones curve to protect against fracture
How curved are your bones? RVC study finds smart bones curve to protect against fractureBone adaptation to physiological forces at the organ level is not related to local mechanical …
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Flat-faced dogs; an addictive personality
RVC study highlights breed loyalty for pugs, French bulldogs, and English bulldogs, despite substantial health risksAccording to a new study, 93% of owners of flat-faced dogs – including the Pug, French Bulldog and …
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New research highlights dog breeds at most risk of hypothyroidism
A new study from the Royal Veterinary College explores the frequency and risk factors for hypothyroidism in dogs in the UK, promoting greater awareness with earlier detection and treatment New research the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has shed … -
The cat’s out the bag: the most common diseases in pet cats revealed
Gum and dental disease, obesity, overgrown nails and flea infestation reported by the RVC as the top disorders in cats, with risks varying by age and sex. New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) reveals the most common disorders … -
Pioneering Hypophysectomy Treatment Reaches 100-Case Milestone
A cat called Rusty has become the 100th patient to be treated by hypophysectomy at The Royal Veterinary CollegeThe UK’s first successful feline hypophysectomy surgery was performed at the RVC in 2012, to treat …
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RVC names “Pet Blood Donors of the Year” this World Blood Donor Day
In celebration of World Blood Donor Day (14 June), the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has announced its Pet Blood Donors of the Year 2023. These awards honour cats and dogs that participate in its vital blood donor programme to help other furry friends in need.Superhero Pets: the RVC names “Pet Blood Donors of the Year 2023” this World Blood Donor Day
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