As a responsible pet owner, the health and well-being of your fluffy friends must come first in Geelong. With vaccinations, protection against very contagious and potentially fatal diseases the rabbit may contract in an Australian environment becomes paramount. The risks versus benefits of vaccination should help pet owners make informed decisions with proper knowledge about their rabbit’s care.
Protection Against Deadly Rabbit Viral Hemorrhagic Disease (RHDV)
Rabbit Viral Hemorrhagic Disease (RHDV) represents one of the greatest threats to rabbits in Geelong and across the Australian continent. The calicivirus is highly contagious, and once contracted, the rabbit succumbs within 72 hours. RHDV causes multiple organ failure and subsequent internal bleeding or shock. Several strains of RHDV are circulating within Australia, which include the original RHDV1, the more recently identified and very aggressive RHDV2, as well as K5, which is a Korean strain. The vaccination protocol stands as the best protection for your rabbit against this devastating virus. The survival rate when unvaccinated against RHDV is extremely low in the face of an infection.
To Prevent Suffering from Myxomatosis
Another serious disease that can infect rabbits in Geelong is myxomatosis, which is another very serious disease that can infect rabbits. By far, most infections result from the bites of insects, fleas, and mosquitoes. It produces unique swellings near the eyes, nose, and genitals, together with skin lesions that commonly lead to this disease’s slow and painful death of the host. There is no specific treatment for the illness through vaccination that will at least reduce the risk of contracting the disease or the severity of the disease if your rabbit happens to get it. Saving your rabbit from the distress caused by this disease is among the crucial reasons to carry out vaccination.
Peace of Mind for Responsible Owners
There is significant peace of mind when you know your rabbit has been vaccinated against these serious diseases. It allows you to enjoy time with your pet without a constant worry about them catching a potentially fatal illness. One of the easiest but greatest ways to show your rabbit that you care for him/her is to have him/her vaccinated.
Want to give your rabbit the best protection? For vaccinations for rabbits in Geelong, contact our experienced veterinary team to book a vaccination straight away. For more information and to schedule your rabbit’s life-saving vaccination, visit Vets of Geelong.
