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Myxomatosis-just a question

kokaneeandkuhluha

Warren Scout
Hi all
You all seem very knowledgeable so I'm sure you can help. I've read several posts about myxi and vaccinations etc. I've done some web research...
Does North America have this? Should my bunnies be vaccinated?
I can only see reference to Europe and Australia having it, but I don't know where it isn't....
 
My vet doesn't even offer the vaccine so I would think that means it isn't necessary. He told me they don't reccomend any vaccinations for rabbits, at least not in Utah.
 
I've just Googled it and it is present in Western USA:

"Myxomatosis is a viral infection of rabbits, caused by a member of the Poxvirus family. It is usually transmitted by insects and is usually fatal.

In the United States, myxomatosis is most commonly seen along the Pacific coast. There are several strains of the virus. The virus that is present in the Western USA is referred to as the California strain of myxoma virus and possesses characteristics that differ slightly from other strains. California strains have been known to cause over 99% mortality."
 
Oh my goodness!! OK, they are going for their first vet check soon, so I will push the vet for a vaccination!! I'm not on the coast, but we are close enough!!
 
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