What does rabbit snuffles look like?

Rabbits with snuffles have symptoms that look like a cold in humans. They will have mucus coming from the nostrils. They may also have runny eyes. There will be breathing problems, possibly some wheezing, coughing and sneezing, and your rabbit will feel poorly.

What are the visual signs of snuffles in rabbits?

It is found in almost all rabbits that show clinical signs, such as a runny nose, skin infections, or a head tilt. Symptoms for snuffles vary among rabbits. According to Heatley, the most common signs to look for relating to snuffles are nasal discharge, head tilting, and skin sores.

How do you treat 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 serious is snuffles in rabbits?

As the condition progresses, your rabbit will develop a discharge from its nose which it will wipe away with its front paws. You may spot the dried discharge on your rabbit’s front paws. In severe cases, snuffles can result in pneumonia which requires very intensive treatment – and unfortunately is often fatal.

Why does my rabbit have a runny nose?

The snuffles are caused by the bacterium pasteurellosis, which your rabbit may have in his own body or encounters. It presents as a runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. This is relatively common and not typically life threatening. Most of the symptoms identified will be general to multiple conditions, however below are some things to look for.

What causes a rabbit to roll on its side?

Encephalitozoonosis is caused by a parasite, and can cause neurological problems in rabbits. The most common symptoms are: head tilt, rolling, and trouble walking. The most common way for a rabbit to become infected is through the urine of an infected rabbit or during birth, if the mother is infected.

What causes sneezing and breathing sounds in rabbits?

This set of symptoms is are often linked to the appearance of rhinitis or coryza, the most common form of pasteurellosis infection in rabbits. Rhinitis refers to the inflammation of the mucosa within the nasal passages, and causes sneezing, audible breathing sounds and serous or mucopurulent secretion.

What should I expect from a rabbit with kennel cough?

The most common is Pasteurella multocida but other common culprits are Bordatella (kennel cough) and Pseudomonas. With some rabbits there may also be ear or balance problems and dental problems. What should I expect to see?