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The RVC awarded funding for crucial research that could contribute to the reduction of methane emissions worldwide
The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has been awarded a £1,200,000 grant from the Bezos Earth Fund to explore how methane-producing microorganisms colonise the gastro-intestinal (GI) tract of calves in the first six weeks of life and how they impact …The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has been awarded a £1,200,000 grant from the Bezos Earth Fund to …
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Kissing and petting young camels found to be key transmitter of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus
New research led by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) into the spread of MERS-CoV, the virus carried by camels which causes Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS), has found that young camels present a high risk for human exposure to the virus, …New research led by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) into the spread of MERS-CoV, the virus …
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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 … -
Research shows epileptic dogs on anti-seizure drugs more likely to experience increased appetite and become overweight or obese
The findings led by the Royal Veterinary College are key in helping vets offer more information and support to pet owners when managing their dog’s epilepsy Researchers from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) working in collaboration with the …The findings led by the Royal Veterinary College are key in helping vets offer more information and …
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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. …The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has been awarded two pump-prime grants from the International …
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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 …One in seven owners of extreme brachycephalic dogs stated that ‘nothing’ could put them off buying …
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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 …New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), in collaboration with the West Bengal …
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Research from the RVC provides recommendations to improve UK canine health and welfare research
New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has identified a set of key recommendations to further improve canine health and welfare research in the UK. This includes the need for more efficient grant applications, stronger collaboration …New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has identified a set of key recommendations to …
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New research from the RVC finds no strong link between rabbit ear type or head shape and dental problems
A new study from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has found there’s no substantial link between popular conformation in rabbits, including floppy ears or flat faces, and an increased risk of dental problems. The study concluded that instead, diet, …A new study from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has found there’s no substantial link between …
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New RVC VetCompass research offers insights into clinical management and welfare impacts of rabbit dental disease
A team of researchers within the VetCompass Programme at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) studying dental disease in rabbits under primary veterinary care have identified common clinical signs for rabbits experiencing dental disease and assessed …