How do you treat Pasteurella in rabbits?

Symptomatic pasteurella infection is usually treated with antibiotics for 14-30 days; commonly used antibiotics include include enrofloxacin (Baytril), trimethoprim sulfa, and ciprofloxacin.

Is there a vaccine for snuffles in rabbits?

Pasteurella multocida is a bacterial pathogen that causes rhinitis (snuffles), pneumonia, otitis media, septicemia, metritis, and death in domestic rabbits. Currently, there are no effective vaccines to prevent infection by this organism.

Is Pasteurella common in rabbits?

Pasteurella (snuffles) in rabbits is a common cause of respiratory disease in rabbits. Most rabbits are exposed to it and harbor the organism that causes it. In can become a chronic problem that is difficult to control.

What vaccines are required for rabbits?

There are currently no licensed vaccines available for rabbits in the US. In other parts of the world, vaccinations exist to protect against Myxomatosis and Rabbit Viral Hemorrhagic Disease (RVHD.) These are both acute and fatal diseases.

Can rabbits recover from snuffles?

Recovery of Snuffles (Pasteurellosis) in Rabbits Follow up will be ongoing for the remainder of your rabbit’s life as this disease can go dormant. Your veterinarian will direct you as to how often you should bring him in for a checkup.

What are the signs of a sick rabbit?

Signs That Your Bunny Is Ill

• Change In Appetite. A change in appetite is an almost universal warning sign with our animal companions.
• Lethargy. Bunnies are very curious and playful.
• Teeth Grinding.
• Mouth/Face.
• Respiratory Problems.
• Tummy Troubles.
• Vocalizations.
• Unusual Posture/Positions.

How do you treat snuffles in rabbits at home?

If you have any Vicks or Olbas, put some into a bowl of hot water. Put this where your rabbit can breath in the fumes without hurting itself from the hot water. If the nostrils become clogged, use a damp cotton bud to gently clear them.

What are the symptoms of Pasteurella in rabbits?

Pasteurellosis presents with a variety of clinical symptoms, including rhinitis, pneumonia, abscesses, reproductive tract infections, torticollis, otitis media/interna and septicemia. Rabbits may develop Pasteurella septicemia and die acutely without any clinical signs.

What is the treatment for snuffles in rabbits?

Treatment of Snuffles (Pasteurellosis) in Rabbits Treatment will begin with antibiotics to treat the bacterial infection. These medications can be administered for up to a few months to fully treat the infection.

How long do rabbits have snuffles?

The infection can progress quickly and severely, resulting in a bloodstream infection (septicemia) that can kill a rabbit in two days. At the other end of the spectrum, the infection can be a low-grade chronic condition that waxes and wanes over weeks.