Royal Army Veterinary Corps

Royal Army Veterinary Corps
Cap badge of the Royal Army Veterinary Corps incorporating Chiron
Active1796–present
Country United Kingdom
Allegiance British Army
RoleAnimal healthcare
Garrison/HQDefence Animal Centre, Melton Mowbray
MarchQuick–Drink Puppy Drink & A-Hunting We Will Go
Slow–Golden Spurs
EquipmentDogs, horses
Commanders
Colonel-in-ChiefAnne, Princess Royal
Colonel CommandantMajor General Zachary Stenning
Insignia
Tactical Recognition Flash

The Royal Army Veterinary Corps (RAVC), known as the Army Veterinary Corps (AVC) until it gained the royal prefix on 27 November 1918, is an administrative and operational branch of the British Army responsible for the provision, training and care of animals. They are also responsible for explosives and drug search dogs. It is a small corps, forming part of the Army Medical Services.