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Rabbit Vesicular Stomatitis
The vesicular stomatitis virus causes rabbit vesicular stomatitis, living in sick rabbits' saliva and necrotic oral tissue; just-weaned kits are most at risk. Incubation is 5 to 7 days. Signs: red mucous membranes, vesicles on lips, tongue, and palate that become pustules then ulcers with heavy drooling; secondary bacteria cause foul necrosis. Mortality exceeds 50%. Differentiate from chemical or mold-induced stomatitis, which is not contagious.
Breeding Taboos for Rabbits
Good breeding is key to profitable rabbit farming, yet some owners breed does back-to-back regardless of health, leading to many kits but poor survival. Avoid close inbreeding, mating too early, over-mating, summer breeding, early or late weaning, mixed-group housing, and poor management to keep reproduction rates and kit health high.
Symptoms and Treatment of Common Viral Infectious Diseases in Dogs and Cats
Viruses need host cells to multiply, then spread via blood and lymph causing infection. Here are common viral diseases in dogs and cats.
Scientific Management of Weaning Kits (Baby Rabbits)
Weaning kits requires four points of scientific management: preparation before weaning, timely weaning, a suitable weaning method, and post-weaning care. Follow this guide for healthy, stress-free weaning.
Preparations for Weaning Kits
Weaning kits is a key task in rabbit farming, but it is not easy. Success requires effort and thorough preparation. Here is what you need to get ready before and during weaning.
Hamster Wet Tail
Wet tail is a serious, contagious hamster diarrhea that can kill in days. Learn the signs, treatment and how to prevent its spread.
Rabbit Staphylococcosis: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Rabbit staphylococcosis is a common contagious disease caused by Staphylococcus aureus. It can lead to abscesses, mastitis, pododermatitis and neonatal yellow urine disease. Learn how to recognize and treat each condition.
How to Properly Raise a Non-Pregnant Doe Rabbit
A non-pregnant (resting) doe is one between weaning her litter and the next mating. Too long a rest period lowers fertility and hurts farm profitability. This article covers factors affecting the doe's rest period and how to feed her properly.
A Complete Guide to Preventing Rabbit Diseases
Disease prevention is a vital part of rabbit management, yet most farms are weak here. Here are some prevention and control measures to ease the burden on rabbit keepers.
What Are the Early Symptoms of FIP?
FIP is second only to panleukopenia in threat to cats, caused by mutated coronavirus. This guide outlines the early, middle, and late symptoms of FIP and the two antiviral drugs, stressing early treatment.