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Advice on vaccine reactions

Sparkyroo

Sparkyroo

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Hi folks, first post on here but really worried about my Bunny Dudley. I've had him 5 weeks and he is an indoor bunny. He's never been outside and I have no other pets. I took him to get vaccinated 9 days ago.
Whilst he was getting his nails clipped yesterday the lady noticed a lump on his neck/shoulder area and thought it was a small bite. I advised that he had been vaccinated around that area so she said to keep an eye on it, which I have been doing however when I checked today the lump seems bigger and it looks as if there are scabs forming.
I've phoned the vets who said they think it's a reaction to the vaccine and it can take 3 weeks to calm down and if I have other concerns I've to call back.
He's eating fine and is still his mischievous self. He's not bothered when I inspect it either. Has anyone else experienced this? I've got to say it doesn't look nice at all and I am worried.

Many thanks
 
Sparkyroo said:
Hi folks, first post on here but really worried about my Bunny Dudley. I've had him 5 weeks and he is an indoor bunny. He's never been outside and I have no other pets. I took him to get vaccinated 9 days ago.
Whilst he was getting his nails clipped yesterday the lady noticed a lump on his neck/shoulder area and thought it was a small bite. I advised that he had been vaccinated around that area so she said to keep an eye on it, which I have been doing however when I checked today the lump seems bigger and it looks as if there are scabs forming.
I've phoned the vets who said they think it's a reaction to the vaccine and it can take 3 weeks to calm down and if I have other concerns I've to call back.
He's eating fine and is still his mischievous self. He's not bothered when I inspect it either. Has anyone else experienced this? I've got to say it doesn't look nice at all and I am worried.

Many thanks
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I have experienced this in rabbits several times. Sometimes it's just a small reaction, but it can be a huge open sore the size of a 2p piece.

Please don't worry, it should clear up OK, within 2/3 weeks depending on how severe it is. Just keep an eye on it to make sure it's not weeping or getting infected in any way (hay and hair can sometimes attach).

Welcome to the Forum :wave: I hope we hear more about Dudley in due course :D
 
Thank you MightyMax!

I had no idea this could happen. Dudley is my first house bunny and he was a gift from my other half for my birthday. I adore Dudley but I do get a bit over protective. Thank you for your reassurance.:D
 
Sparkyroo said:
Thank you MightyMax!

I had no idea this could happen. Dudley is my first house bunny and he was a gift from my other half for my birthday. I adore Dudley but I do get a bit over protective. Thank you for your reassurance.:D
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You are definitely in the right place on RU then :lol:
 
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