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- Thread starter ellejo
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Elena
Wise Old Thumper
The old single vaccine rabbits could still get myxo but in a mild form as it was manufactured from a similar but not identical strain. The new combined vaccine, which includes VHD protection, is made from the actual virus so should provide complete protection.
Not all vets are currently using the new vaccine however and there are still some question marks surrounding it.
Coineanach
Wise Old Thumper
Even with the old vaccine though, you have a much better chance with it than without. All the myxi rabbits I've heard of who have survived have been ones who were vaccinated. The chance of your bunny catching myxi with the vaccine is much lower, but if you have a lot of myxi rabbits about the chances go up again.
Would it be possible for you to bring your own rabbit indoors? House rabbits are great pets if that's an option for you, and it drastically reduces the risk of myxi.
