Parasites
Signs of this parasite include brown scabs in the ear
What are Ear Mites?
If this is not done regularly the rabbit may have difficulty walking.
Don't hesitate to call this person when your rabbits are sick
Who is a veterinarian
This condition is usually inherited but occasionally can be caused by an accident
What is Malocclusion
(This is where the upper and lower teeth do not meet, resulting in long, uneven teeth extending out of the rabbit's mouth)
Medication for worms is often administered this way
What is Orally?
This parasite is very long and has a segmented body
What is a Tapeworm?
It is important to do this regularly especially if you have a long haired rabbit
What is brushing
This is even better for the health of the rabbits than medicine
This condition is common in rabbits with a thin fur covering on their feet
What are Sore Hocks?
This type of injection is given in the vein by a veterinarian
What is Intravenous?
This is why it is a good idea to rotate between several different wormers
Not all de-worming products control all types of worms.
When tattooing rabbits, this can be used to disinfect equipment between tattoos.
What is Rubbing Alcohol
This should be done to prevent new animals from spreading disease within the rabbity
What is Quarantining New Animals
Bacteria in the mammary system can result in this dangerous condition
What is Mastitis
This type of injection is given under the skin
What is Subcutaneous? (Sub-Q)
An isolated lump around the shoulders could be a sign of this condition caused by the botfly
What is Warbles
It is important for rabbits to be tattooed for these 2 reasons
What are identification and accurate record keeping
It is important to do this especially if you have given medication to your rabbits
What is keeping records
This disease has similar symptoms to and is often confused with hutch burn
What is Vent Disease
When giving an intramuscular injection what should be done to ensure the needle isn't inserted in a vein
Pull back on the plunger slightly before injecting
This is a very serious condition that is caused by a one-celled parasite. It can occur when feed or feeding areas are contaminated with manure
What is Coccidiosis
This is the normal or healthy body temperature of rabbits
What are 99.1-102.9F (37.3-39.4C)
(rectal)
Poor health and disease can often be attributed to this
What is Faulty Husbandry
There is no specific treatment for this serious disease that can express itself in 3 forms
What is Pasteurelosis
This type of medication can be used to treat bacterial infections but will have no effect of viruses or parasites
What are Antibiotics