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group photo of the 2025 summer graduates

The summer cohort graduate from the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary, supported by family and friends.

Professors Chris Loughrey and Lisa Boden

Professor Lisa Boden and Professor Christopher Loughrey have been appointed as vice-chairs to support the Veterinary Schools Council's expanded leadership structure.

A long-haired calico cat sits on a rock in front of a bush, looking at the camera

A harmful strain of coronavirus has caused a fast-spreading outbreak of a harmful feline disease.

group of 11 vets standing outside Hospital for Small Animals, smiling and looking at camera

Vets from around the globe choose the Dick Vet to further their clinical training.

Collared stag in the Highlands

A research initiative is to use GPS technology to track red deer in the Scottish Highlands, aiming to support sustainable land management and improve deer welfare.

xray of dogs oesophagus showing blockage, alongside a photo of a yellow Labrador lying contentedly in a garden

New approach allows pets to be treated at home and avoids multiple operations.

Natalie Waran stands beside a stabled horse.

Honorary Professor recognised with OBE for services to equine welfare, research and education.

stray dogs

Small-scale study finds one-off programme to sterilise free-roaming dogs in India improves their welfare.

two pictures of a healthy ginger and white cat, one of it sitting onto of a climbing tower and another of it sleeping on its back on a sofa

Cats with feline coronavirus-associated disease now have a survival rate of over 85 per cent, thanks to new treatment.

Eight petri dishes on a circular plate each contain small samples of brain tissue, ready for use in the lab.

Novel study method offers insights into fundamental aspects of dementia condition.

Tropical mite O. bacoti observed under a microscope

Veterinary students discover tropical mites in Edinburgh, highlighting the need for ongoing urban pest monitoring.

UN support smallholders VPP training

Collaboration aids development of Veterinary Paraprofessionals to support farmers in sub-Saharan Africa.

Two dogs - a spaniel and an akita breed

Bacteria transplants can help dogs with chronic bowel inflammation, research shows.

spaniel sitting on a rock near some water

Spaniel makes full recovery after tumour is removed through the top of his mouth.

Veterinary students learn radiography.

Third award of Athena Swan silver status commends activity on gender equity.

A red squirrel perches on a tree stump with heather in the foreground

Monitoring and interventions are needed to support wild red squirrels' genetic diversity, say conservation experts.

Oceanic Manta Ray

Understanding diversity in declining manta ray species points to conservation management policies to prevent overfishing.

Two arctic foxes playing in the snow

Genetic diversity is being lost globally but conservation efforts can halt declines, study finds.