Endo and ectoparasites in rabbits. (2nd March 2019)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Speight, Claire
• Is Part Of: Veterinary nurse. Volume 10:Number 2(2019)
• Page Start: 78
• Page End: 83
• Publication Date: 2019-03-02
• Subjects: endoparasites -- ectoparasites -- zoonotic -- rabbits -- mites; Veterinary nursing -- Periodicals; 636.08907305
• DOI: 10.12968/vetn.2019.10.2.78
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2044-0065

Abstract

Abstract : There are numerous endo and ectoparasites that can affect domestic rabbits. Many of these may not have a clinical effect on the rabbit and treatment may not therefore be required. However, for those that cause clinical signs it is imperative that early diagnosis and correct treatment is implemented, since any delay in this can have serious consequences for the rabbit's health and welfare, as well as human health, as many are zoonotic.