Royal Veterinary College Animal Care Trust

01/09/2026

🐾 Paws & Hooves is landing this month! In this edition, you’ll meet Tallulah, a brave cavapoo who underwent life-changing surgery at the RVC.

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28/08/2026

On , we’re reflecting on our Memory Tree, which takes pride of place in the RVC Small Animal Emergency & Referral Hospital.

One of the leaves belongs to Flossy, a brave cat who lived with chronic kidney failure from the age of four. She was treated at the RVC in 2011, when she was seriously unwell and her kidneys were failing. The treatment she received saved her life, and her family remains incredibly grateful for the care she received.

A typical maine c**n, Flossy was described by her owners as gregarious, always wanting to be at the centre of everything, and happiest when playing with water or cramming herself into boxes!

Learn more about our Memory Tree and how you can dedicate a leaf here: rvcact.com/memorytree

27/08/2026

Your August Paws & Hooves Bitesize is here!

This month, we welcomed Mike and Biggy, two giant Aldabra tortoises from Jersey Zoo, for specialist CT scans, celebrated Deedee on International Cat Day, and shared how your support helped fund brand-new 3D orthopaedic teaching models. Plus, there’s still time to join our London Landmarks Half Marathon 2027 team!

Our next issue of Paws & Hooves is landing next month! Make sure you’re on our mailing list so you don’t miss it. Sign up here: rvcact.com/mailinglist

26/08/2026

Today is , and we’re sharing the story of Charlie, a much-loved labrador whose remarkable journey at the RVC gave his family six more years together.

In January 2021, Charlie was referred to the RVC Small Animal Emergency & Referral Hospital after developing tetanus. His condition became increasingly complex, requiring intensive care and round-the-clock support. He then developed aspiration pneumonia after inhaling food into his lungs, causing his breathing to deteriorate. He needed oxygen therapy, using specialist equipment funded by us, to help him breathe.

Charlie later developed a serious, widespread infection caused by multi-drug resistant bacteria. A CT scan, using a CT scanner funded by your support, helped the veterinary team investigate the source of the infection and guide his treatment.

After weeks in hospital, Charlie was finally well enough to go home to his family. His owner, Michaela, shared with us:

“When he came to the hospital he was faced with impossible odds, but thanks to the teams extraordinary efforts you gifted us six more beautiful years with him, something we could have only dreamt of.”

Find out more about how your support helps the RVC's hospitals here: rvcact.com/hospitals

20/08/2026

This we'd like to give a huge thank you to Katie Leese, who took on the Newcastle Half Marathon to raise funds for us. As she begins her veterinary medicine journey at the RVC this year, Katie wanted to support the university she will soon be part of, as well as celebrate her lifelong love for animals.

Katie’s incredible fundraising effort raised over £300 to support us. Thank you, Katie, for taking on this challenge and helping to make a difference for animals! Help make a difference by taking part in one of our events: rvcact.com/events

17/08/2026

🏃‍♀️ Run for animal care in one of London’s most iconic races!

Take on the London Landmarks Half Marathon 2027 with us. Every mile you run helps improve the lives of animals through expert care, research and education, all while being part of a supportive team. Apply today: rvcact.com/llhm

13/08/2026

We’re proud to have helped fund the specialist equipment supporting the RVC’s new Multidisciplinary Ear Clinic, helping veterinary teams provide comprehensive care for dogs and cats with complex ear disease.

One of the pieces of equipment funded by your donations is a Brainstem Auditory Evoked Response (BAER) machine, which assesses hearing, brainstem function and can help identify complete or partial hearing loss.

Read more about how this equipment is helping patients below.

👂The RVC world-leading Small Animal Emergency and Referral Hospital has launched a dedicated Multidisciplinary Ear Clinic, providing specialist assessment and treatment for dogs and cats with complex ear disease. Bringing together experts in dermatology, soft tissue surgery, diagnostic imaging and neurology, the new clinic enables patients to receive a comprehensive assessment and treatment plan during a single visit.

➡️ Read more: https://rvc.uk.com/multidisciplinary-ear-clinic

12/08/2026

🐘 Today is ! Did you know that, thanks to a generous legacy gift, we helped fund a collaborative research project between the RVC and Chiang Mai University?

The project aimed to improve the health and welfare of Thai elephants through a combination of training and medical support. It provided both online and on-site training for those who care for elephants, covering handling, nutrition and general welfare, and also funded a mobile clinic so veterinarians could travel directly to elephants in need.

Learn more about how we help fund research here: rvcact.com/research

11/08/2026

Did you know your support has helped fund brand new 3D orthopaedic teaching models?

These innovative models bring surgery to life – showing not just what bones look like, but how procedures actually work and move. Instead of relying on flat images, students can now learn hands-on, building confidence and understanding in a much more practical way.

They also give students the chance to practise diagnosing one of the most common causes of hind leg lameness in dogs in a consistent way, without relying on limited real-life cases.

Learn more about what we do and how we help support education here: rvcact.com/education

08/08/2026

This , we’re giving a special shout out to Deedee!

Deedee was diagnosed with laryngeal lymphoma with ocular involvement – a cancer affecting his throat and eyes. Despite everything, he remains the sweetest patient, a big fan of dreamies (as you might be able to tell!) and has a habit of rolling onto his back during chemotherapy. We’re pleased to share that Deedee is doing well, with a recent CT scan showing a complete response!

Thanks to your generous support, we were able to fund the chemotherapy treatment room at the RVC Small Animal Emergency & Referral Hospital, helping pets like Deedee receive the care they need in a calm and comfortable environment.

Find out how you can support us here: rvcact.com/supportus