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Library and information services

Access to electronic and print resources focused on veterinary science and animal health and services to support your study and keep up to date with clinical research.

Awards and prizes

Our awards celebrate achievements and build knowledge that contributes to evidence-based veterinary medicine.

History

We hold a unique collection of books, archives, artefacts and memorabilia which together offer an insight into the evolution of the British veterinary profession.

About us

We’re an independent charity sitting at the heart of our profession and advancing the quality of veterinary care for the benefit of animals, the public and society.

Supporting veterinary teams

Support veterinary teams today

We aim to be the go-to place for veterinary teams to find the knowledge, skills and tools they need to continuously improve the quality of care.

Shape the future of veterinary care

We aim to influence and inspire broader change that advances evidence-based veterinary practice in a way that benefits animals, people and the planet.

Celebrate veterinary history

We curate and raise awareness of veterinary history, sharing insights from the past so that veterinary care today and in the future is built on knowledge of the past.

Find out more about RCVS Knowledge

Our year in numbers

1,850

Patients in our Canine Cruciate
Registry

237

Volunteers supported our work

8

Awards given

Our relationship with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons

We were established as the RCVS’s charity partner in 1958.