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Possibility of getting myxomatosis for indoor rabbits

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scoobylou

Young Bun
Earlier we found that one of our male rabbits lou has swollen genitals so we took him to the vets and because his vaccinations aren't up-to-date they said it could be a sign although he has no fever, no swollen eyes, ears or mouth.
I don't believe it is myxomatosis though because 2 days ago I tried bonding him with another male rabbit and they ended up having a fight & I believe he may have been injured by it since there it looks like there is a black scab on his genitals so I believe it may be infected and swollen, however it has scared us a little especially since we have other rabbits.
How likely is it for rabbits who live inside to get it, we have only had flies in the house so I doubt he has been bitten. Also what are the most common signs of myxomatosis?
 
It's very possible for rabbits living indoors to get Myxo sadly. It's passed by any biting insect, even tiny ones.

It does sound like it could also be due to bonding but it's certainly something to get checked out I'd suggest.

Do you have any other animals? Cat/dog that could have the odd flea? Fleas can pass it as well as flies and mosquitos.
 
My boyfriend works in an office where there is a dog. But it doesn't appear to have signs of fleas (itching scratching etc.) and the dog doesnt live near any farm land.

We're taking him back tomorrow hopefully the swelling would of gone done.
 
It is possible that your bun's bits were bitten and could be either just sore or infected during the bonding if it didn't go too well. It's a top place for rabbits to attack to see off another if they don't like them.

It would be good to feel if it's warm - warmth can indicate infection.

Re Myxo, symptoms include swollen genitals but also swollen tissue around the eyes and redness.

Here's a link to this site's info on Myxo. http://www.rabbitrehome.org.uk/care/vaccination.asp
 
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