The Royal Veterinary College (RVC)

The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) One of the world’s leading specialist veterinary and science institutions. Established in 1791.
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The Royal Veterinary College is the largest and longest-established vet school in the English speaking world and is a college of the University of London. The College offers undergraduate, postgraduate and CPD programmes in veterinary medicine and veterinary nursing. The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) produces world-class research and provides support for the veterinary profession through its refe

rral hospitals, including the Queen Mother Hospital for Animals, Europe's largest small animal hospital, and the Beaumont Sainsbury Animal Hospital. As one of the world's leading specialist veterinary and biological science research institutions, the RVC brings together talented individuals; all of whom share a passion for human and animal health and welfare. We are the only veterinary school in the world to hold full accreditation from AVMA, EAVE, RCVS, AVBC and our biological science courses are accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. Our programmes are of international appeal and attract students from all over the world. Our graduates go on to become practicing veterinarians, research scientists, veterinary nurses and leaders in industry and government. The College owns and manages the London BioScience Innovation Centre; which was London's first centre for early stage life science companies. This puts the College at the heart of biotechnology and other biomedical research in London and opens doors for research collaboration.

15/01/2025

Our UK Vet Schools alumni reception at VMX, Orlando is fast approaching!

If you’re attending VMX Orlando or live locally, we would love for you to join us for an evening of drinks and networking. The reception will be hosted by RVC President & Principal Professor Stuart Reid.

📅 Saturday 25th January 2025
🕖6 PM – 8 PM (EST)
📍 Hyatt Regency, Orlando

As we finalize the details with the venue, we kindly ask that you let us know as soon as possible if you’d like to join us by emailing [email protected]

Don't miss out - RSVP today!

In collaboration with University of Glasgow Alumni.

🐕 If you have a dog with canine insulinoma, you may be able to help us with our research. The study will compare treatme...
15/01/2025

🐕 If you have a dog with canine insulinoma, you may be able to help us with our research. The study will compare treatment with corticosteroids and/or surgery alone vs treatment with corticosteroids and/or surgery and toceranib phosphate, assessing the effectiveness of toceranib phosphate therapy in the treatment of insulinomas in dogs.

➡️ Read more about our research and link to the study: https://rvc.uk.com/canine-insulinoma-study

🐔 New research from the RVC, in collaboration with the West Bengal University of Animal & Fishery Sciences (WBUAFS), exp...
09/01/2025

🐔 New research from the 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 significant role in influencing the way antibiotics are used during food production compared to chicken farmers. While further research is needed, the findings can be used to provide information to help reduce antibiotic use in chickens, an important step in combating antibiotic resistance in animals and humans.

➡️ Read more: https://rvc.uk.com/antibiotics-indian-chicken-farming

09/01/2025

🥂We had an incredible time reconnecting with our alumni in Hong Kong!

It was great to see so many familiar faces and hear about the amazing journeys our alumni have embarked on since their time at the RVC.
Thank you to everyone who joined us and made the evening so special! To those who couldn’t make it, sorry we missed you and we hope to see you next time.

09/01/2025

🦿 Charlie suffered a rare traumatic knee dislocation, whilst on a walk. Thankfully our orthopaedics team at the Queen Mother Hospital for Animals were able to fix this potentially devasting injury. Charlies’ surgery involved repair of ruptured ligaments with fine suture material in addition to artificial replacements along with removal of damaged parts of the joint. To aid Charlie’s recovery he also saw our physiotherapy team.

🗨️ Charlie’s owners Fiona and Jane (a Professor in human Physiotherapy), are grateful for the ‘outstanding work of the RVC’ and have told us ‘The RVC is an incredible place and Charlie’s surgeon, veterinary, nursing, physiotherapy and the front of house teams have all been supportive, caring and kind as Charlie continues his recovery from his serious injury and we are very grateful for the care he has received.’

➡️ Find out more on our Orthopaedic Surgery team at: https://www.rvc.ac.uk/small-animal-vet/specialist-referrals/clinical-services/veterinary-orthopaedic-surgery

07/01/2025

💉 If you are a practising Veterinary Nurse looking to take your career to the next level, why not apply for our Certificate in Advanced Veterinary Nursing? Hear from our course directors what previous students thought about our part-time, distance learning, advanced veterinary nursing qualifications, awarded by the RVC and the University of London.
📅 Deadline: 3rd February 2025
➡️ Our CertAVN programme: https://rvc.uk.com/CertAVN

23/12/2024

💉 Calling all practising veterinary nurses! Are you looking to take your career to the next level? Here are some reasons to study our part-time, distance learning, advanced veterinary nursing qualifications awarded by the RVC and the University of London.
📅 Deadline: 3rd February 2025
➡️ Our CertAVN programme: https://rvc.uk.com/CertAVN

23/12/2024

🎄 Season's Greetings from everyone at the RVC

We hope you all have a restful break and look forward to starting a new and exciting year with you all in 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣5️⃣

🕛 Applications close soon for our Exotic Animal (Small Mammal) ResidencyThese residencies are designed for qualified vet...
20/12/2024

🕛 Applications close soon for our Exotic Animal (Small Mammal) Residency

These residencies are designed for qualified veterinary graduates and will cover all aspects of exotic animal medicine with the main focus on small mammal medicine.

▶️ Find out more: www.rvc.uk.com/exotic-animal-residency

🐎 Roger Smith, Professor of Equine Orthopaedics from the Royal Veterinary College, along with final year Bachelor of Vet...
20/12/2024

🐎 Roger Smith, Professor of Equine Orthopaedics from the Royal Veterinary College, along with final year Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine students Josh Martin, Georgia Hildon and Elodie Vercoutere, have been offering their veterinary skills at The London International Horse Show this week.

🐕 A new study from the RVC has identified key perceptual barriers to improving the welfare of brachycephalic (also known...
20/12/2024

🐕 A new study from the RVC has identified key perceptual barriers to improving the welfare of brachycephalic (also known as flat-faced) dogs. One in seven owners of extreme brachycephalic dogs stated that ‘nothing’ could put them off buying a brachycephalic dog. Blue Cross UK

➡️ Read more: https://rvc.uk.com/brachycephalic-owner-perceptions

🐔 The RVC has been awarded more than USD $339,160 from the Tiny Beam’s Kindling Initiative grant to continue Critical Re...
18/12/2024

🐔 The RVC has been awarded more than USD $339,160 from the Tiny Beam’s Kindling Initiative grant to continue Critical Research on Industrial Livestock Systems (CRILS) Network. CRILS aims to support and advocate for just and sustainable food systems, especially in the Global South.

➡️ Read more: https://rvc.uk.com/CRILS-grant

💉 The RVC has been awarded two pump-prime grants from the International Veterinary Vaccinology Network (IVVN) to advance...
16/12/2024

💉 The 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.

➡️ Read more: https://rvc.uk.com/ivvn-grants

🐕 New research conducted by the RVC, in collaboration with Dogs Trust, has identified experiences in a puppy’s early lif...
16/12/2024

🐕 New research conducted by the RVC, in collaboration with Dogs Trust, has identified experiences in a puppy’s early life that put them at the greatest risk of developing separation-related behaviours (SRBs) when left home alone.

➡️ Read more: https://rvc.uk.com/puppy-separation-research

🏇 Researchers from the RVC have determined several factors that could reduce the risk of fatality in Jump racing and sub...
13/12/2024

🏇 Researchers from the RVC have determined several factors that could reduce the risk of fatality in Jump racing and substantially improve racehorse welfare.

British Horseracing Authority

➡️ Read more: https://rvc.uk.com/racehorse-welfare

13/12/2024

💜 As 2024 comes to a close here are just a few of our favourite moments from another successful year.

We're incredibly proud that we've continued to bring together talented people to evolve, innovate and improve the world around us

🦓 Research from the RVC has identified a new approach to assessing and managing health in wildlife populations. Taking l...
12/12/2024

🦓 Research from the RVC has identified a new approach to assessing and managing health in wildlife populations.

Taking learnings from well-established practices in managing livestock, this proposed model will help more effectively structure monitoring and intervention approaches, thereby maximising the health of wildlife populations and supporting conservation and human and ecosystem health.

➡️ Read more at: https://rvc.uk.com/wildlife-health-management-model

🐕 Researchers from the RVC working in collaboration with the University of Cambridge have found that anti-seizure drugs ...
12/12/2024

🐕 Researchers from the RVC working in collaboration with the University of Cambridge have found that anti-seizure drugs (ASD) increase appetite in dogs with epilepsy. This often results in these medicated dogs becoming overweight or obese. As well as having higher food drive, epileptic dogs on treatment are more likely to be given treats to help administer medication and to be less active.

➡️ Read more: https://rvc.uk.com/epilepsy-dogs-appetite

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🦿 Charlie suffered a rare traumatic knee dislocation, whilst on a walk. Thankfully our orthopaedics team at the Queen Mother Hospital for Animals were able to fix this potentially devasting injury. Charlies’ surgery involved repair of ruptured ligaments with fine suture material in addition to artificial replacements along with removal of damaged parts of the joint. To aid Charlie’s recovery he also saw our physiotherapy team. 🗨️ Charlie’s owners Fiona and Jane (a Professor in human Physiotherapy), are grateful for the ‘outstanding work of the RVC’ and have told us ‘The RVC is an incredible place and Charlie’s surgeon, veterinary, nursing, physiotherapy and the front of house teams have all been supportive, caring and kind as Charlie continues his recovery from his serious injury and we are very grateful for the care he has received.’ ➡️ Find out more on our Orthopaedic Surgery team at: https://www.rvc.ac.uk/small-animal-vet/specialist-referrals/clinical-services/veterinary-orthopaedic-surgery

💉 If you are a practising Veterinary Nurse looking to take your career to the next level, why not apply for our Certificate in Advanced Veterinary Nursing? Hear from our course directors what previous students thought about our part-time, distance learning, advanced veterinary nursing qualifications, awarded by the RVC and the University of London. 📅 Deadline: 3rd February 2025 ➡️ Our CertAVN programme: https://rvc.uk.com/CertAVN

💉 Calling all practising veterinary nurses! Are you looking to take your career to the next level? Here are some reasons to study our part-time, distance learning, advanced veterinary nursing qualifications awarded by the RVC and the University of London. 📅 Deadline: 3rd February 2025 ➡️ Our CertAVN programme: https://rvc.uk.com/CertAVN

🎄 Season's Greetings from everyone at the RVC We hope you all have a restful break and look forward to starting a new and exciting year with you all in 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣5️⃣

💜 As 2024 comes to a close here are just a few of our favourite moments from another successful year. We're incredibly proud that we've continued to bring together talented people to evolve, innovate and improve the world around us #RVCForAll

⏳Only a week to go before the start of The London Vet Show 2024 Check out which members of our Small Animal Referrals team will be speaking on Friday 15th November - topics include diabetes, patients with GDV, diaphragmatic hernias or ruptures and fasting times pre-anaesthesia and much more besides. 👀 Visit our stand G55 📅 14/15 November at Excel London ➡️ https://london.vetshow.com/

RVC vet nurses will be sharing tops tips and practical help on a wide range of topics - and not just about "furries" - your exotic patients too! 👀 Visit our RVC stand G55 to come and talk to our vet nursing team 📅 14/15 November at Excel London ➡️ https://london.vetshow.com/

💉 Calling all practising veterinary nurses! Are you looking to take your career to the next level? We have a study pathway to suit you. Our Certificates in Advanced Veterinary Nursing are part-time, distance learning, RCVS-recognised advanced veterinary nursing qualifications. We offer graduate and post-graduate certificates in Anaesthesia and Analgesia, Emergency Critical Care or Medical Nursing. 📅 Applications close 2nd of February. ➡️ Our CertAVN programme: https://rvc.uk.com/CertAVN

RVC SAR clinicians at the LVS THURSDAY.mp4
RVC SAR clinicians at the LVS THURSDAY.mp4

Only two weeks to go before the start of The London Vet Show 2024 ... To whet your appetite - here's a look at featured RVC presentations happening on Thursday 14th November. Members of RVC Small Animal Referral team will be sharing their knowledge on a whole host of topics 👀 Come and find us on our stand G55 📅 14/15 November at Excel London ➡️ https://london.vetshow.com/

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RVC equine at the LVS video.mp4

RVC Equine team feature on The London Vet Show conference programme - some familiar faces and new ones to get to know. As well as clinical insights and case studies, they are also sharing research findings which pave the way for improving equine health and treatments. 👀 Come and find us on our stand G55 📅 14/15 November at Excel London ➡️ https://london.vetshow.com/

📻 Dr Rowena Packer, Lecturer in Companion Animal Behaviour and Welfare Science recently joined BBC Radio 4 to discuss the 'doodle dilemma' comparing the physical health of ‘Designer-crossbreeds’ with purebred breeds ➡️ Read more at: https://rvc.uk.com/designer-crossbreed-dog-health

📻 With rising temperatures in the UK Dr Dan O'Neill, RVC Associate Professor Companion Animal Epidemiology joined BBC London 'Barking at the Moon' to discuss tips for preventing heatstroke in pets ➡️ Read more at: https://rvc.uk.com/heatstroke-pets

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The Royal Veterinary College is the largest and longest-established vet school in the English speaking world and is a college of the University of London. The College offers undergraduate, postgraduate and CPD programmes in veterinary medicine and veterinary nursing and is ranked in the top 10 universities nationally for biosciences. The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) produces world-class research and provides support for the veterinary profession through its referral hospitals, including the Queen Mother Hospital for Animals, Europe's largest small animal hospital, and the Beaumont Sainsbury Animal Hospital. As one of the world's leading specialist veterinary and biological science research institutions, the RVC brings together talented individuals; all of whom share a passion for human and animal health and welfare. We are the only veterinary school in the world to hold full accreditation from AVMA, EAVE, RCVS, AVBC and our biological science courses are accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. Our programmes are of international appeal and attract students from all over the world. Our graduates go on to become practicing veterinarians, research scientists, veterinary nurses and leaders in industry and government. The College owns and manages the London BioScience Innovation Centre; which was London's first centre for early stage life science companies. This puts the College at the heart of biotechnology and other biomedical research in London and opens doors for research collaboration.