Myxomatosis is a disease caused by a virus. It only affects rabbits and cannot cause illness in other family pets like cats and dogs. Bloodsucking insects like fleas, mites, and mosquitos spread the virus to rabbits, causing illness. Infection can also be passed between rabbits by environmental contaminants or be brought in on clothes, shoes, or other pets, for example.
Symptoms include severe swelling of the lips, ear bases, eyelids, and genital, progressing to fever and loss of appetite. There is no specific treatment and recovery is rare. Death usually occurs after 10-14 days.
Viral haemorrhagic disease (VHD) is a viral condition that also only affects rabbits. It is also caused by a virus which is spread by insects, directly between rabbits, or contaminated environments and other animals. There are two types of VHD, VHD1 which became prevalent in 2010, and the newer variant VHD2.
Vaccines are given by injection. They work by training the body's immune system to recognise and attack the viruses or bacteria contained in the vaccine. Although vaccination doesn’t prevent infection, it should prevent serious infection or fatality if your rabbit comes into contact with the disease in the real world. So, it is possible for your rabbit to contract the disease, but they should recover after milder symptoms.
Most rabbits will now be given a 3-in-1 vaccination to protect against myxomatosis, VHD1 and VHD2. There are two types of vaccination protocols at the moment:
The combined Myxo-VHD vaccination is not recommended in pregnant does or bucks intended to be used for breeding, since safety in these groups has not been trialled sufficiently.
Occasionally a rabbit may not be fully protected against a condition, even after vaccination. This may be because the rabbit was already ill or was stressed when vaccinated and its immune system wasn't working properly, so couldn’t respond appropriately to provide protection. Your vet will examine your rabbit before vaccination and if any signs of illness are detected, vaccination will be delayed until your rabbit is well again.
The risks of vaccination are low, especially compared to the benefits of their protection. Serious adverse reactions are rare. Sometimes your rabbit may seem 'off-colour' for a day or two after its vaccination and the injection site may also become tender and swollen. If these effects do not wear off it is worth taking your rabbit back to see your vet. If you are concerned about any symptoms in your rabbit do not hesitate to contact your vet for reassurance or advice.
Vaccinations are an essential part of your rabbits’ preventative health care plan, to keep your rabbit safe from preventable, potentially fatal diseases. Vaccinations are started when your rabbit is young and repeated annually to ensure they stay protected.
Myxomatosis is a disease caused by a virus. It only affects rabbits and cannot cause illness in other family pets like cats and dogs. Bloodsucking insects like fleas, mites, and mosquitos spread the virus to rabbits, causing illness. Infection can also be passed between rabbits by environmental contaminants or be brought in on clothes, shoes, or other pets, for example.
Symptoms include severe swelling of the lips, ear bases, eyelids, and genital, progressing to fever and loss of appetite. There is no specific treatment and recovery is rare. Death usually occurs after 10-14 days.
Viral haemorrhagic disease (VHD) is a viral condition that also only affects rabbits. It is also caused by a virus which is spread by insects, directly between rabbits, or contaminated environments and other animals. There are two types of VHD, VHD1 which became prevalent in 2010, and the newer variant VHD2.
Vaccines are given by injection. They work by training the body's immune system to recognise and attack the viruses or bacteria contained in the vaccine. Although vaccination doesn’t prevent infection, it should prevent serious infection or fatality if your rabbit comes into contact with the disease in the real world. So, it is possible for your rabbit to contract the disease, but they should recover after milder symptoms.
Most rabbits will now be given a 3-in-1 vaccination to protect against myxomatosis, VHD1 and VHD2. There are two types of vaccination protocols at the moment:
The combined Myxo-VHD vaccination is not recommended in pregnant does or bucks intended to be used for breeding, since safety in these groups has not been trialled sufficiently.
Occasionally a rabbit may not be fully protected against a condition, even after vaccination. This may be because the rabbit was already ill or was stressed when vaccinated and its immune system wasn't working properly, so couldn’t respond appropriately to provide protection. Your vet will examine your rabbit before vaccination and if any signs of illness are detected, vaccination will be delayed until your rabbit is well again.
The risks of vaccination are low, especially compared to the benefits of their protection. Serious adverse reactions are rare. Sometimes your rabbit may seem 'off-colour' for a day or two after its vaccination and the injection site may also become tender and swollen. If these effects do not wear off it is worth taking your rabbit back to see your vet. If you are concerned about any symptoms in your rabbit do not hesitate to contact your vet for reassurance or advice.
Vaccinations are an essential part of your rabbits’ preventative health care plan, to keep your rabbit safe from preventable, potentially fatal diseases. Vaccinations are started when your rabbit is young and repeated annually to ensure they stay protected.
Myxomatosis is a disease caused by a virus. It only affects rabbits and cannot cause illness in other family pets like cats and dogs. Bloodsucking insects like fleas, mites, and mosquitos spread the virus to rabbits, causing illness. Infection can also be passed between rabbits by environmental contaminants or be brought in on clothes, shoes, or other pets, for example.
Symptoms include severe swelling of the lips, ear bases, eyelids, and genital, progressing to fever and loss of appetite. There is no specific treatment and recovery is rare. Death usually occurs after 10-14 days.
Viral haemorrhagic disease (VHD) is a viral condition that also only affects rabbits. It is also caused by a virus which is spread by insects, directly between rabbits, or contaminated environments and other animals. There are two types of VHD, VHD1 which became prevalent in 2010, and the newer variant VHD2.
Vaccines are given by injection. They work by training the body's immune system to recognise and attack the viruses or bacteria contained in the vaccine. Although vaccination doesn’t prevent infection, it should prevent serious infection or fatality if your rabbit comes into contact with the disease in the real world. So, it is possible for your rabbit to contract the disease, but they should recover after milder symptoms.
Most rabbits will now be given a 3-in-1 vaccination to protect against myxomatosis, VHD1 and VHD2. There are two types of vaccination protocols at the moment:
The combined Myxo-VHD vaccination is not recommended in pregnant does or bucks intended to be used for breeding, since safety in these groups has not been trialled sufficiently.
Occasionally a rabbit may not be fully protected against a condition, even after vaccination. This may be because the rabbit was already ill or was stressed when vaccinated and its immune system wasn't working properly, so couldn’t respond appropriately to provide protection. Your vet will examine your rabbit before vaccination and if any signs of illness are detected, vaccination will be delayed until your rabbit is well again.
The risks of vaccination are low, especially compared to the benefits of their protection. Serious adverse reactions are rare. Sometimes your rabbit may seem 'off-colour' for a day or two after its vaccination and the injection site may also become tender and swollen. If these effects do not wear off it is worth taking your rabbit back to see your vet. If you are concerned about any symptoms in your rabbit do not hesitate to contact your vet for reassurance or advice.
Vaccinations are an essential part of your rabbits’ preventative health care plan, to keep your rabbit safe from preventable, potentially fatal diseases. Vaccinations are started when your rabbit is young and repeated annually to ensure they stay protected.