30/10/2024
Unfortunately there is a new strain of RVHD2 affecting rabbits, please keep a close eye on your rabbits for any symptoms. A few tips to reduce chances;
1. Keep your rabbits living areas clean, use a high level disinfectant (F10 or Anigene) when full cleaning (leave to dry before replacing bedding).
2. Disinfect shoes that have been worn outside your home, before they are worn around your rabbit. RVHD2 can be carried from infected areas to your home and rabbit.
3. Sadly vaccinated rabbits have also been affected but keeping vaccinations up to date is still important.
4. Ask your vet whether the are aware of the new strain, if not encourage them to research it to ensure the best care for your rabbit.
There isn't much information available at the moment, but the RWAF is the best way to keep up to date.
In light of recent comments online, it is clear that some of you have lost rabbits to RVHD2, some of which may be from the new, highly virulent strain. As this means that the current vaccine has not offered protection, reporting it will assist the regulatory authorities in allowing in vaccines that....