Royal Veterinary College

New research reveals secrets of the demographics and disorders in German Shepherd Dogs

A new study conducted by the VetCompass™ Programme at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has revealed novel insights into the demographics and disorders of German Shepherd Dogs. This information will raise awareness of the susceptibility of German Shepherd Dogs to a variety of health conditions, inform diagnosis and treatment, and…

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Vets and NHS Staff address dangers smokers pose to pets

The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) recently hosted an NHS trust delegation. The NHS team visited the College’s small animal referral hospital to discuss the ill effects of smoking on the wider environment, including pets. The group were shown around by Dr Stijn Niessen, Senior Lecturer in Internal Medicine, who told…

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RVC highlights health concerns for popular dog breeds

The French Bulldog is expected to become the most registered dog in 2017, overtaking the Labrador Retrievers’ 27-year reign at the top, reports the Royal Veterinary College (RVC). New research shows that appearance is the number one reason owners purchase flat-faced breeds, attracted by their large, round, wide-set eyes, and flat…

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Animals pushed to the limits?

“Have the demands placed on animals for companionship, production and traction pushed them towards their biological limits?” “How much further is it acceptable to push them?” This ethical dilemma was debated on June 23 at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), at CABI-RVC’s fifth symposium on animal welfare. The speakers covered a range of…

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Royal Veterinary College launches revolutionary Pet Diabetes App

The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has launched a revolutionary Pet Diabetes App, which not only brings diabetes management in animals into the 21st century but also helps to aid continual research into the condition. The App was developed with the kind support of the Rumba Foundation. The free App, designed by…

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Experts warn of increased spread of lungworm across UK

Last year’s damp summer and mild winter have allowed slug and snail populations to flourish, leading experts to warn of a continued spread of Angiostrongylus vasorum in the UK. Biodiversity and conservation officer for the National History Museum, Professor Fred Naggs said: “An increase in the number of slug and…

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