Today, rabbit breeding is in the first place due to the fact that the rabbit is not only an interesting pet, but also an additional source of income for those people who plan to sell meat. Despite the fact that the breeding of eared ears is fast, and their fur and meat are valuable, these animals are prone to a huge number of various diseases. To prevent the occurrence of ailments, veterinarians recommend that pets be given the appropriate vaccine in a timely manner. In this case, the best option is the associated vaccine for rabbits, for the use of which there is a specific instruction.
Associated vaccine for rabbits
What vaccinations do rabbits of any age need?
Due to the fact that already at the age of one month all rabbits are weaned from their mothers, by 2 months their natural immunity stops working normally, which is why it becomes necessary to make a vaccine. In fact, a huge number of people involved in breeding rabbits systematically vaccinate livestock in order to protect it from serious diseases.
The most common vaccine is called VGBV. This drug has instructions for use, which indicates when to do it and in what dosage. During an epidemic, a similar vaccination can be given to rabbits at the age of 1 month, provided that they have not had time to get sick. If there is no epidemic, then the best period is one and a half months of age. This is due to the fact that during this period, the natural immunity transmitted to the babies by their mother is gradually weakening.
Over a certain period of time, the process of death of antibodies occurs, therefore, re-vaccination will be required in the future. Often, re-vaccinations are carried out no earlier than six months later. Do not forget that there is an unscheduled vaccination, which may be associated with the occurrence of mosquitoes.
Myxomatosis is an enemy of animals
One can often hear that they are using the associated rabbit vaccine. Vaccination is extremely important for the life of the animal and most often the period when the rabbit was diagnosed with myxomatosis is carried out. A similar disease is transmitted through the bites of various insects, so it is most advisable to carry it out in the summer. As for the implementation of vaccination in winter, then this is not necessary, since the cold is the best friend of all rabbits. The only exception in this case may be keeping animals in humid, but warm rooms in which blood-sucking insects can live.
In case of extreme need, the vaccination can be carried out for babies at the age of 0 months and even for pregnant rabbits, but this is highly undesirable.
Also, to facilitate the lives of farmers, a comprehensive vaccination was invented, immediately from myxomatosis and HBV. Often it is carried out in the spring, but also do not forget that young animals need revaccination. Many farmers are convinced that complex vaccination is very difficult to tolerate by the body of the animal, so most often they prefer separate types of vaccines. But in fact, on the part of immunologists, no negative consequences were noticed after the introduction of a complex vaccine.
Features of the associated vaccination
The associated vaccine is used because it has the unique property of simultaneously preventing several diseases. Vaccination with this drug is carried out for the rapid immunization of rabbits living in both favorable and unfavorable conditions. Often, you need to use it only once, starting from one and a half months of age. You can also vaccinate rabbits during pregnancy. Revaccination should be carried out no more often than every 9 months.
If the animals live in adverse conditions, then the associated vaccine must first be done at the age of 45 days. In this case, revaccination should be carried out after 3 months. If the animal is sick, then it is better to refuse vaccination, otherwise it will die.
An associated vaccine is being prepared from the B-82 and B-87 strains. Outwardly, it looks like a porous and dry mass, which is carefully crumbled into a sterile vial with a volume of 10-20 cm3. One bottle can be enough for 5-100 doses. It has no effect on the health of rabbits with intradermal, subcutaneous and intramuscular administration. After its application, already on the 3rd day, a representative of rabbits develops a fairly stable immunity, which will actively protect their body throughout the year.
How the vaccine is diluted correctly
If you decide to vaccinate your own rabbits using such a vaccine, then first of all you need to clearly know what the dosage should be for further administration. Naturally, an experienced veterinarian will not need such knowledge, but if the farmer had to face a similar problem, then this issue should be studied as carefully as possible.
The drug in dry form, immediately before administration, must be diluted in ordinary saline solution or in distilled water. Then these elements must be well shaken and injected under the skin or intramuscularly to the animal. The required dosage will be prompted by the instructions for use attached to the medicine, or by a veterinarian. If you do not follow the advice of experts, there is a possibility of harm to the body of a healthy animal.
Myxomatosis and HBV vaccine for rabbits vaccine preparation
VACCINATION OF RABBITS FOR MYXOMATOSIS
To make such injections, it is advisable to take only disposable syringes and, without fail, smear the place of the future injection with a 70% medical alcohol solution. Once vaccinations are done, all young and adult rabbits should be placed in a sufficiently cozy and warm place in which they can observe their reactions for 21 days. As soon as a month has passed, you can start exporting animals not only to other farms, but even to exhibitions.
Having decided to carry out such a vaccination, first of all, it is required to properly dilute the agent and only then proceed to its accurate administration. Detailed explanations can be found in the instructions for use.
When is it necessary to administer an associated vaccine
The so-called associated complex vaccine for rabbits today has 3 forms aimed at combating:
- HBVC and myxomatosis;
- pasteurellosis and salmonellosis;
- streptococcal infection and pasteurellosis.
Instructions for use with these vaccines are almost identical, but despite this, you must carefully read them before using the drug.
The price of these drugs today is more than affordable, so everyone who is worried about the health of their rabbits should buy a medicine and get vaccinated.
In general, considering the animal world, do not forget that pussies, just like humans, need serious help, especially when it comes to health and longevity.