Tag Archives: Rabbits
Get the Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Vaccine at BMAH
GREAT NEWS for all our RABBIT patients! We are now able to stock individual doses of the Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease vaccine! This means that STARTING IN JUNE 2025 we will be able to schedule rabbits for vaccines during regular appointments
Vaccine Update-Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus (RHDV-2)
Attention all rabbit owners! Belle Mead Animal Hospital is finally able to start sourcing vaccines for Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus (RHDV-2). Rabbit hemorrhagic disease is a highly contagious, fatal disease in rabbits. RHDV2 DOES NOT affect humans, but it can
Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus 2 (RHDV2)
Attention pet Rabbit owners! A highly contagious disease caused by a strain of the RHD virus has been infecting and killing both domestic and wild rabbits. It was first detected in the United States in 2018, and has been spreading
Rabbit dietary needs and dental care requirements
Rabbits make wonderful pets. Once you and your family learn about the basic care and dietary requirements, you can enjoy many years with your furry friend. There are several breeds to choose from, and they all have the same general
How to keep your pet rabbit healthy in an outdoor environment
We talk a lot about indoor rabbit care, but what about those rabbits that are kept outdoors? Good husbandry and proper housing is just as important for outdoor rabbits as those kept inside your home. One common practice that many
When Rabbits Need Force Fed – Case Study
Rabbits who stop eating must be force fed by owners and veterinary staff in order to get their gut moving again to feel better and survive. This owner was having difficulty at first, but with some tips from BMAH and
When to take your rabbit to the veterinarian
You have a pet rabbit. You are feeding it the recommended diet, and you take care to clean the cage daily. What other things should you look out for? Trim your rabbit’s nails It’s important to keep your bunny’s nails
Rabbit care – tips for new pet owners
If you are considering taking a pet rabbit into your home, here are a few things you need to know: Rabbits are not rodents, they are Lagamorphs. There are many breeds to choose from, and their typical life span is
Rabbit teeth malocclusion – detection and treatment
What is a malocclusion you might ask? In simple terms, it refers to misaligned teeth. For rabbits, this is a serious condition. Here’s why. Rabbits are born with only one set of teeth – front teeth and back molars, but