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RCVS Knowledge We help advance the quality of care for the benefit of animals, the public and society. We meet our goals, by working with you.

We are RCVS Knowledge, an independent charity sitting at the heart of the veterinary professions. We support and collaborate with veterinary teams on the ground and in practice, influence policy, and engage educators and other organisations. To do this, we translate and disseminate the latest research from across the globe. We foster approaches to shared learning with training and tools. All under

pinned by our veterinary archive that logs and tracks our evolving profession. Find out how we can support you rcvsknowledge.org

21/08/2026

🐐 For World Goat Day, we’re taking a look back at goats in veterinary history.

They may not be the first species that comes to mind when you think about veterinary medicine, but goats have a fascinating place in the profession’s history.

Goats have been part of human life for around 10,000 years, and our archive offers some fascinating glimpses into their story.

From Himalayan Tahr and Cashmere goats to the Tibetan shawl goat, these historic images span centuries of goat keeping, breeding and exploration.

One of the stories behind them belongs to William Moorcroft, a veterinary surgeon who travelled thousands of miles across North India in the early 1800s in search of breeding stock, eventually returning with a flock of Tibetan shawl goats. 🐐📖

Explore more stories from veterinary history: https://loom.ly/p8U-EwM

How damaging are antiparasitic medications for the environment? This evidence collection explains the effect of antipara...
20/08/2026

How damaging are antiparasitic medications for the environment?

This evidence collection explains the effect of antiparasitics on the environment, while drawing together the latest research on these medications and how to use them responsibly in veterinary practice.

Read the evidence collection here: https://bit.ly/4xMu6KB

Concerned about bluetongue? Risks of infection from the viral disease, which affects all ruminants, increase in hot temp...
19/08/2026

Concerned about bluetongue? Risks of infection from the viral disease, which affects all ruminants, increase in hot temperatures.

Ruminant Health & Welfare’s Bluetongue Virus Hub page includes the Defra Rural Services Helpline, information for farmers and vets, and the latest virus updates.

Visit the page here: https://bit.ly/4qlNnA0

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Surgical castration in large dogs: is closed castration safer than open castration?Based on the relevant study there is ...
17/08/2026

Surgical castration in large dogs: is closed castration safer than open castration?

Based on the relevant study there is limited, weak evidence that closed castrations lead to fewer postoperative complications compared to open castrations. However, there is insufficient evidence as to whether this applies to large dogs weighing over 20 kg and whether closed castrations lead to fewer major postoperative complications, defined as those requiring medical or surgical intervention. Further research is needed to evidence this more strongly in large dogs.

In this Knowledge Summary, Florine Morrison of PDSA Telford explores this clinical question and what the evidence shows.

How do you approach this in practice?

Read the full summary here: https://bit.ly/KSCanineOpen

17/08/2026

We love hearing how inspired our attendees feel after QI in a day, and how ready they are to put their learning into practice. 👑

QI in a day gives veterinary teams the time, space and practical tools to tackle everyday challenges and make improvements that stick.

After two fantastic events this year, there’s one final chance to join us in Newcastle on 14 October.

Save £30 when you book before 31 August! ⭐
Book your place: https://loom.ly/_aqcAh0

Today is 🦎The Veterinary Evidence journal accepts Knowledge Summaries on all exotic creatures. If you have a clinical ...
14/08/2026

Today is 🦎

The Veterinary Evidence journal accepts Knowledge Summaries on all exotic creatures. If you have a clinical query you’d like to answer about lizards or any other exotic animal, we’d love to hear from you.

You’ll have a chance to reach a global audience, as Veterinary Evidence is now indexed in PubMed, the world's largest database of biomedical literature.

Find out more here: https://bit.ly/4wkn9PI

How often do you see a brachycephalic dog pop up on your social media feed? Or hear someone fuss over the cute snorting ...
13/08/2026

How often do you see a brachycephalic dog pop up on your social media feed? Or hear someone fuss over the cute snorting sound they make? Brachycephalic dogs have been bred for their looks that many consider cute, but these ‘cute’ features cause serious harm.

Last month the RSPCA (England & Wales) launched a new report, ‘The Shape of Suffering’, to address the damage caused by breeding companion animals for harmful physical traits.

If you want to learn more about the issues facing brachycephalic dogs, check out our evidence collection that brings together research on the health of these dogs and their appeal to owners.

Read the full evidence collection here: https://bit.ly/4qaJCNH

🌍 Wherever you are, the evidence is within reach.We have library members across the globe, with the UK, France, US, New ...
12/08/2026

🌍 Wherever you are, the evidence is within reach.

We have library members across the globe, with the UK, France, US, New Zealand and Australia currently among the top five countries accessing our resources this year.

Whether you’re in practice, at home or on the other side of the world, library membership gives you access to trusted evidence and resources to support decision-making.

📚 Find out more about becoming a member: https://bit.ly/4wDr1wx

Happy International Cat Day! 🐈 These beautiful illustrations come from ‘Rabbits, Cats and Cavies’ by Charles Henry Lane,...
08/08/2026

Happy International Cat Day! 🐈

These beautiful illustrations come from ‘Rabbits, Cats and Cavies’ by Charles Henry Lane, published in 1903 and held in the veterinary history archive. The artwork is by Rosa Bebb, whose cat paintings were so admired that Queen Victoria owned several of her works. 🎨

More than 120 years later, our understanding of feline health continues to evolve. We’re proud to support that journey by preserving the profession’s past while helping build the evidence that informs its future.

Does your practice carry out neutering procedures? Your team can help shape the future of feline care by contributing to the National Audit of Small Animal Neutering (NASAN).

🔗Find out more and be part of NASAN: https://bit.ly/NASAN-social 😻

Every submission helps build a clearer picture of neutering in practice and supports quality improvement across the profession.

What is it like to use the National Audit for Small Animal Neutering (NASAN) and how can it help you in practice? We tal...
06/08/2026

What is it like to use the National Audit for Small Animal Neutering (NASAN) and how can it help you in practice? We talk to Harry Connock, veterinary surgeon at Shepton Vets and James Poff, Head Veterinary Surgeon at Cedar Vets about their experiences using the free audit.

Listen to the full podcast here: https://bit.ly/4pWDusl

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