what kind of vaccinations do pet rabbits need to get?

Question

Do pet rabbits typically need to get any kinds of shots? Can they carry disease if they bite someone?

because i was bitten by my sisters rabbit!

Answer 1

Rabbits do not need any vaccinations. We have 2 rabbits and we don't give them any vaccines, my mom also raised rabbits all her life and she never gave them vaccines. They can carry diseases if they bite someone, just wash out the wound if someone does get bit.
I hope this info helps. Good luck!

Answer 2

There are many illnesses and ailments that can befall a rabbit; but two can and should be vaccinated against.

Myxomatosis (AKA myxo)

To put it's symptoms in the simplest terms myxo blinds its victim in the first few days, blocks its nose so it can’t breathe, forces it to breathe through its mouth so it can’t eat and then lasts upto and over 14 days so the infection can spread through the rabbit's warren. It is spread via drect contact and by insects such as fleas, mosquitos etc. The myxo vaccine can be given when a rabbit reaches 6 weeks old; and needs a booster every 6 months.

Symptoms

The first symptoms are generally discharge from the eyes and swelling around head, ears and sometimes genitals. Within a fews days the eyes may swell shut. The swelling can make eating, drinking and breathing difficult. Lumps or nodules may also develop. Secondary infections such as pasturella (snuffles) are common. Death can occur within a few days to several weeks.

Viral Haemorraghic Disease (AKA VHD)

VHD causes the rabbit to literally haemorrhage (bleed) to death. Sometimes symptoms are present; and sometime they aren't. VHD is a much quicker kiler than myxo, often less than 48 hours after the onset of fever. VHD is spread via pathogens, which means that it is spread through direct contact between rabbits and also through contaminated surfaces such as bedding, hutches and clothing. The VHD vaccine can be given from 12 weeks of age and needs a booster every 12 months.

Symptoms

Symptoms can include high fever, lethargy, collapse, convulsions, paralysis, breathing difficulties, loss of appetite and bleeding from the nose. In some cases there are no visible symptoms. The rapidness of the disease means that the rabbit may die within 24 hours of symptoms being noticed.

Both vaccinations should be given at least two weeks apart. Rabbits that are not vaccinated will be kiled by both diseases whereas vaccinated rabbits will not get VHD and will get a lesser form of myxo and should eventually make a full recovery with prompt and prolonged treatment.

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Do pet rabbits typically need to get any kinds of shots? Can they carry disease if they bite someone?

Answer 4

In the USA there are no vaccines for rabbits. You will not be able to find a vet that will give it any.

In the UK and Australia their are certain vaccines rabbits need to get. If you live in either of these countries you should call a vet and ask what schedule they reccommend.

Answer 5

Rabbits do not require vaccines and most vets do not have any vaccines for rabbits. I have around 100 rabbits and none of them have ever been vaccinated.

Answer 6

Depends on where you live. In North America, they don't need any vaccinations. You may be able to get a rabies one, but it is not usually necessary.
In England, there are some you need. VHD and Myxomatosis. These can be fatal to your rabbit if you don't get the vaccinations.
Rabbits can carry diseases, but they don't usually cause problems. If you do get bit, wash the cut, disinfect it and such.

Answer 7

I heard that rabbits develope a dieasese called cheysellea or something like that that causes flakey fur,what is the correct word?

Answer 8

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