How much penicillin do you give a rabbit for syphilis?
Rabbits with venereal spirocthetosis are effectively treated with parenteral (never oral) penicillin. Administer penicillin G benzathine–penicillin G procaine at 42,000 to 84,000 IU/kg SC at 7-day intervals for 3 injections,11 or penicillin G procaine at 40,000 to 60,000 IU/kg IM q24h for 5 to 7 days.
How much does rabbit injections cost?
Whether buying from a rehoming centre or from a pet shop, rabbits must be vaccinated for Rabbit Viral Haemorrhagic Disease (VHD) which is around £15 and Myxomatosis which is another £15. These are yearly vaccinations so budget another £30 into your yearly costs (£60 if you’ve got two bunnies).
Why does my rabbit have a sore Hock?
Sore hocks, a condition in which the sole of a rabbit’s foot becomes raw and inflamed, can be caused by a number of different problems, including: Improper flooring – Rabbits need soft, preferably malleable flooring that will mimic the natural texture of the earth as much as possible.
Why do Rabbits get sores on their bodies?
The exact reasons for this are still largely unclear, but many rabbits will begin to develop abscesses as they get older, either as a singularity or across various parts of the body.
What causes a lump on the back of a rabbit?
If you find an abnormal growth or lump on your rabbit, the likelihood is that it is an abscess, a wart caused by the papilloma virus, a lipoma, or a fibroma. Overgrown molars or a fly strike infection could cause bumps and lumps on your rabbit.
What causes an abscess on the back of a rabbit?
Generally however, either Staphylococcus or Pastuerella bacteria, both of which are often found in even healthy rabbits in their dormant state, cause the underlying infection that triggers an abscess flare up in any given area of the body.
If you find an abnormal growth or lump on your rabbit, the likelihood is that it is an abscess, a wart caused by the papilloma virus, a lipoma, or a fibroma. Overgrown molars or a fly strike infection could cause bumps and lumps on your rabbit.
What causes a bacterial skin infection in rabbits?
Bacterial infection is usually triggered by an overgrowth of normal resident or transient flora. This overgrowth is often caused by warm, moist environments, such as in the skin folds in rabbits and around the mouth due to hyper-salivation. The bacteria that cause bacterial skin infections include:
When to see a vet for a rabbit skin infection?
If you suspect bacterial skin infections in your pet, it is important to visit your veterinarian for treatment. Bacterial infections of the skin, also known as pyoderma, are common in rabbits.
Why does my rabbit have sores on his feet?
Exposure to harsh and wet surfaces, or moist surfaces which keep the tissue of the foot pads soft can predispose a rabbit to developing sores on the feet. Once a deeper infection has set in, many other health conditions can arise in the rabbit.
