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New VetCompass tool aids diagnosis of Cushing’s syndrome in dogs
Freely accessible tool, developed at the RVC, designed to be used in practice to support decision-making and increase confidence in diagnosis. -
MRes opportunity using VetCompass rabbit data
Supervisor: Charlotte Burn, Dan O’Neill, David Brodbelt, Joanna Hedley Department: Pathobiology and Population Sciences Project Details There is early evidence that rabbits may experience compromised welfare because of artificial selection … -
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 … -
New research from the RVC predicts the future life expectancy for companion cats
New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), in collaboration with researchers from the National Chung Hsing University (NCHU) in Taiwan, has produced the first-ever ‘life tables’ for the UK companion cat population. This represents a major … -
New paper on canine brachycephaly and upper respiratory disease!
A new VetCompass paper published this week in Canine Genetics and Epidemiology (CGE) explores upper respiratory tract disease and brachycephalic associations in dogs: Epidemiological associations between brachycephaly and upper respiratory tract … -
Chronic Kidney disease in cats explored
Chronic Kidney disease (CKD) affects approximately 1.2% cats attending primary-care practice in the UK, a new study has revealed. The research, carried out by the Royal Veterinary College’s (RVC) VetCompassTM programme, also investigated risk … -
Diagnosis and management of Cushing's syndrome in dogs explored
Hyperadrenocorticism (Cushing’s syndrome) is one of the most common endocrine diseases in dogs attending primary-care practice, affecting 0.28% of UK dogs. Dogs with hyperadrenocorticism are typically diagnosed and managed within primary-care … -
VetCompassTM study explores clinical management and outcomes of lipomas in dogs
Lipomas (also known as fatty masses or fatty lumps) are relatively common in dogs. A VetCompass study published in 2018 identified prevalence as 1.94% and revealed that certain breeds (including Weimaraner, Dobermann Pinscher and German Pointer), … -
Dog’s body size and shape could indicate a greater bone tumour risk
Osteosarcoma is a painful and aggressive bone tumour in dogs that is known to be more common in certain breeds than others. New research has now confirmed that larger breeds, such as Rottweiler, Great Dane and Rhodesian Ridgeback, have a greater … -
New VetCompass study reports on epidemiology and risk factors for mammary tumours in female cats
A new study at the Royal Veterinary College reported on the frequency and risk factors for mammary tumours in female cats. Mammary tumours in cats are uncommon but can be highly aggressive when they do happen. The study aimed to report the …