Royal Veterinary College

RVC identifies links between osteoarthritis in dogs and humans

An international team of researchers, led by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), have for the first time identified key similarities between osteoarthritis (OA) in dogs and in humans. The findings, which are published in Nature Reviews Rheumatology, suggest the similarities are partly due to the shared lifestyles and environments of…

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RVC sees first case of leishmaniosis transmission between UK dogs

A vet from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has recently been involved in diagnosing the first case of leishmaniosis in a dog from the UK that has not travelled to an endemic area. The team suspect the reason for the spread in this case is dog to dog transmission. Leishmaniosis…

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French Bulldogs ‘more prone’ to birthing problems

French Bulldog bitches are 15.9 times more likely to suffer from difficult births (dystocia) than crossbred bitches, according to a series of studies from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) published today (Monday 4 February). And, among female dogs that had problems giving birth, French Bulldog bitches are then 2.4 times…

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Royal Veterinary College awarded for commitment to vet wellbeing

The Beaumont Sainsbury Animal Hospital (BSAH), part of the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) was commended for the measures it has in place to ensure the wellbeing of its 44 staff members. The teaching hospital, which sees around 15,000 consultations per year, has invested in mental health first aid training and…

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Royal Veterinary College launches naked calendar

The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has launched a naked calendar to support veterinary charity Vetlife, which provides a free and confidential counselling service to anyone in the veterinary profession. Students are selling the calendar on the college’s eBay account, priced at £10 and all proceeds will go to the charity.…

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Young, male and crossbred cats most at risk of road accidents

Being young, male and crossbred increases a cat’s chances of being hit by a car, according to the findings of a new paper published today (1 November). The research also indicated cats were most likely to be involved in a collision during autumn. So far, there has been limited information…

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RVC study discovers dog breeds most at risk of fatty lipomas

Springer Spaniels, Dobermann Pinscher, Weimaraners and Labrador Retrievers are the most susceptible to lipomas ( fatty masses or fatty lumps), according to the Royal Veterinary College (RVC). The news comes as part of the findings from the world’s largest study of the lipoma tumours carried out by the RVC’s VetCompass…

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RVC unveils new ‘state of the art’ CT scanner

The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has announced it has successfully installed one of the most advanced CT scanners of any veterinary facility in the world, and says it will “revolutionise” the treatment of animals at the Queen Mother Hospital for Animals (QMHA). The new CT scanner was funded by the…

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World-first surgery combination saves puppy’s life

Surgeons from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) have successfully carried out the surgical repair of a complex combination of heart defects in a dog. The abnormalities required tricuspid valve repair surgery along with the repair for the common atrium. It is the first time these procedures have been carried out…

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RVC joins forces with tech start-up Felcana

The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has announced a four-year collaboration with Felcana, a pet care start-up based in London, to support the continued research into pet traits and behaviors. As a result of the partnership the two organisations will combine their expertise in a range of pet wearable health projects…

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