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How to Prevent Sore Hocks (Pododermatitis) in Pet Rabbits

How to Prevent Sore Hocks (Pododermatitis) in Pet Rabbits

Sore hocks (pododermatritis) in rabbits come from two main causes — mite infection and thin wire cage floors — both of which cut foot circulation, injure the sole, and let Staphylococcus in (heavier rabbits suffer most). Prevention means clearing mites with ivermectin on a set schedule, using a smooth bamboo base board, boosting nutrition, and keeping the hutch dry and ventilated.

Pet Health 📅 August 10, 2026
Characteristics of Pododermatitis Onset in Rex Rabbits

Characteristics of Pododermatitis Onset in Rex Rabbits

Rex rabbit pododermatitis is a relatively common disease in rabbits and causes significant harm. Although it does not cause immediate death, it can cause great economic losses to rabbit farms. After rex rabbits develop pododermatitis, their appetite decreases and their body gradually becomes emaciated. The disease affects the breeding value of breeding rabbits and the fur quality of commercial rabbits, causing serious economic losses. Today we introduce the onset characteristics of rabbit pododermatitis.

Pet Health 📅 August 8, 2026
Treatment Methods for Rabbit Pododermatitis (Sore Hocks)

Treatment Methods for Rabbit Pododermatitis (Sore Hocks)

Rabbit pododermatitis (sore hocks) is quite common, so it is important for owners to learn how to treat it. It must be treated early, otherwise the impact and the time needed for a cure will be greater. Today we share some treatment methods for rabbit pododermatitis, hoping they help!

Pet Health 📅 August 8, 2026
Rabbit Staphylococcosis: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

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.

Pet Health 📅 August 8, 2026
Why Female Rabbits Struggle to Conceive

Why Female Rabbits Struggle to Conceive

Many factors make conception difficult for does: underdeveloped reproductive organs, reproductive disease, poor management, or dead sperm in the buck. This article details the main reasons.

Pet Health 📅 August 8, 2026
How to Treat Pododermatitis (Sore Hocks) in Rabbits

How to Treat Pododermatitis (Sore Hocks) in Rabbits

Sore hocks in rabbits are often caused by wire cage floors and poor hygiene, leading to foot inflammation and ulcers. This guide covers the causes, symptoms, and several home and veterinary treatment methods, plus prevention.

Pet Health 📅 August 8, 2026
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What is that on my rabbit’s foot? Please tell me.

The foot shows hair loss, scabs, and redness, likely rabbit foot dermatitis from staph infection. Severe cases bring ulcers, abscesses, and even death from sepsis. It relates to damp cages; with severe signs, seek vet care, possibly injections.

Q&A 📅 August 7, 2026
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My rabbit has something growing on its foot.

The foot shows hair loss, scabs, and redness, likely rabbit foot dermatitis from staph infection, which can progress to ulcers, abscesses, and even death from sepsis. Damp cages are a major cause; with severe signs, seek veterinary injection treatment.

Q&A 📅 August 7, 2026
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My rabbit licks its feet until the fur is gone, showing red skin, on both hind legs

This is usually skin disease from itching causing the licking and hair loss; common causes are fungal, mite, or allergic dermatitis. See a vet, clean the area, use a collar, and keep the cage dry and disinfected.

Q&A 📅 August 7, 2026
Champagne d’Argent Rabbit

Champagne d’Argent Rabbit

The Champagne d'Argent is a meat rabbit breed, relatively large with high weight, uncommon in China. It originates from the Champagne region of France, hence its name. Its coat color changes, becoming progressively lighter.

Breeds 📅 August 7, 2026