Well it's that time of year for my bunnies again where Pepper has to miss out on the VHD vaccination because of her allergy. Dylan had his on Monday and as usual he has a great big bald patch where the injection went in. I hate putting him through this. Do other rabbits have the same reaction?
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VHD Vaccination
- Thread starter lornatrae
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Jack's-Jane
Wise Old Thumper
What make of vaccine was given ?
CYLAP or LAPINJECT ?
Adverse reaction are much more likely to occur with CYLAP.
Did the Vet use a new needle to administer the vaccine from the one used to draw it up? This can help reduce the risk of a local skin reaction, as can massaging the site of vaccination for a few minutes after administering it.
If the reaction is severe I would request that you Vet prescribes a non steroidal anti-inflammatory for a few days.
CYLAP or LAPINJECT ?
Adverse reaction are much more likely to occur with CYLAP.
Did the Vet use a new needle to administer the vaccine from the one used to draw it up? This can help reduce the risk of a local skin reaction, as can massaging the site of vaccination for a few minutes after administering it.
If the reaction is severe I would request that you Vet prescribes a non steroidal anti-inflammatory for a few days.
Yes it was Cylap. I'm sure he used a new needle but we didn't massage afterwards - I'll have to remember that for next time.
How would you describe 'severe'?
Pepper had a severe reaction as all her fur around the area fell out and the skin broke and bled, scabbed and took months to heal. That's why she doesn't get it.
Dylans area feels firm and the fur has fallen out but the skin hasn't broken. It's also not immediately visible as the rest of his fur covers it up. I don't see him picking or licking at it so I'm pretty sure it's not bothering him.
How would you describe 'severe'?
Pepper had a severe reaction as all her fur around the area fell out and the skin broke and bled, scabbed and took months to heal. That's why she doesn't get it.
Dylans area feels firm and the fur has fallen out but the skin hasn't broken. It's also not immediately visible as the rest of his fur covers it up. I don't see him picking or licking at it so I'm pretty sure it's not bothering him.
Hoppit!
Wise Old Thumper
I guess I shouldn't make assumptions, but it sounds to me like your vet's um, well, not very good...
Any chance you could shop around for a better one?
Apart from the VHD issue the vet has been brilliant as Pepper has had a few illnesses over the last couple of years and they have been great with her. There is one other vet in the area and I'm going to contact them to ask what they use and if they'd consider using anything other than Cylap.
Meanwhile, I've managed to find a tube of Fuciderm to use on Dylan to stay on the safe side tonight.
Meanwhile, I've managed to find a tube of Fuciderm to use on Dylan to stay on the safe side tonight.