Hob Posted October 17, 2006 Share Posted October 17, 2006 I've received the following warning message from the Rabbit Welfare Association which I thought would be useful given the recent events in the forum. We’ve received notification of Myxomatosis outbreaks in the following areas: · Essex · Lincolnshire · Cambridge · Kent · Bedfordshire Pet rabbits at greatest risk are those living outside, especially if they may have any contact with wild rabbits or hares. Pet rabbits affected by rabbit fleas are also at very high risk - rabbit owners who also have a dog or cat that hunts wild rabbits (or foxes that visit the garden and nose around rabbit hutches) must be particularly careful, in case rabbit fleas are brought back to the pet bunny. Houserabbits living permanently indoors are at less risk than outdoor rabbits, but can and do get myxomatosis. They must be vaccinated and protected from possible sources of myxomatosis transmission too. Is YOUR rabbit vaccinated? For further information, download our new vaccinations leaflet: http://www.rabbitwelfare.co.uk/pdfs/VacinationLft28Aug06.pdf'>http://www.rabbitwelfare.co.uk/pdfs/VacinationLft28Aug06.pdf Please do NOT reply directly to this email. Queries should be directed to: http://www.rabbitwelfare.co.uk/EnquiryForm.htm Lizzie Smith Rabbit Welfare Association & Rabbit Welfare Fund http://www.rabbitwelfarefund.co.uk (Reg Charity no. 1085689) http://www.rabbitwelfare.co.uk Because rabbits deserve better... National Helpline 0870 046 5249 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted October 17, 2006 Share Posted October 17, 2006 Thanks for that Lydia - mine are due for their next VHD and Myxi jabs next month. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy-Mama Posted October 18, 2006 Share Posted October 18, 2006 Thanks the leaflet was very informative. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
