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Ophthalmologists help penguin from Edinburgh Zoo

20 January, 2026News Small Animals Vets

Poly the one-eyed penguin is rock-hopping again, thanks to Dick Vet ophthalmologists.

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Ewe nutrition impacts immunity of newborn lambs

20 January, 2026Farm News

Study highlights effect of maternal condition on lamb immunity and outcomes, and shows potential of…

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Feline expert celebrated in New Year Honours

05 January, 2026Vets Small Animals News Vet School

A leading veterinary specialist has been recognised in the King’s New Year Honours List 2026.

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Genetic diversity critical for Scottish wildlife

11 December, 2025News Vet School

Updated report on genetic health of native species highlights the need for conservation action.

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Class of 2025 celebrated at winter graduation

11 December, 2025News Vet School

The winter cohort has graduated from the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, supported by…

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$14.9m award supports data-driven livestock development

14 November, 2025Vet School

SEBI-Livestock wins five-year funding grant to expand work on investment decisions.

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Vets team up to help giraffe with unusual swelling

22 October, 2025Small Animals Vet School News

School vets join other experts from across Europe to investigate lump on giraffe’s face.

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Digital tools enable solutions on livestock emissions

01 October, 2025Vet School

Investment roadmap seeks to enable sustainable livestock productivity.