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French Bulldogs and Bulldogs at high risk of "old dog syndrome"
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Aging dogs often show signs of Vestibular disease, often colloquially called “old dog syndrome”. Affected dogs typically show sudden loss of balance, collapsing, disorientation, head tilt and flickering of the eyes (nystagmus). These signs can be … -
Graduate Diploma in Veterinary Nursing Published Papers
GradDip VNs have published articles in the first international peer-reviewed journal for veterinary nurses – The Veterinary Nurse – from work developed as part of their Graduate Diploma course studies. Abbitt, G. (2010) Legal, ethical and … -
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Research in relation to brachycephalic health issues from the RVC's interdisciplinary research team -
Welfare problems of flat-faced dogs - can we ever solve them?
APDAWG Meeting on Feb 23 2021 The popularity of brachycephalic (flat-faced) dogs is at an all-time high. These breeds are the darlings of the popular press, social media & advertisers. The public have fallen in love with these breeds & are choosing … -
Ground-breaking RVC research explores prevalence of anal sac disorders in dogs
Study seeks to redress the lack of evidence-based information that has been published on the epidemiology and clinical management of non-neoplastic anal sac disorders -
New RVC research gets to the root of dental disease in dogs
Dental disease is one of the most common health problems experienced by dogs but often remains unrecognised by owners as a major welfare issue. The latest research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) reveals just how common dental disease is in … -
Veterinary Dermatology
RVC Small Animal Referrals senior veterinary dermatologists are all board-certified specialists. They provide a one-stop-shop for owners of cats and dogs with ear infections and skin disease. -
Academics from the RVC publish ground-breaking new book dedicated to welfare improvement in flat-faced companion animals
Dr Rowena Packer and Dr Dan O’Neill, both leading researchers at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), have published the first ever book condensing global knowledge of brachycephaly (having a flat-faced conformation) in companion animals.Dr Rowena Packer and Dr Dan O’Neill, both leading researchers at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), …
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“Stop and think before buying a flat-faced dog”: French Bulldog no longer a ‘typical’ dog
“Stop and think before buying a flat-faced dog”: French Bulldog no longer a ‘typical’ dog -
New research unveils the extent of painful eye condition in dogs, and the breeds at most risk
Latest research from the RVC has revealed the true scale of cherry eye, a condition which results in the appearance of a large pink mass in the corner of a dog’s eye. The study also identified the breeds most at risk of developing the condition, including English Bulldogs and popular crossbreeds, such as the Puggle.