Effective Prevention & Treatment of Angora Rabbit 'Moli

Section 1: Preventive Measures for the "Moling Syndrome" in Longhaired Rabbits

1. Prior to shearing a rabbit, it is crucial to disinfect both the rabbit and the shearing tools to prevent any infections.

2. The day before shearing, you can administer two tablets of dexamethasone to each rabbit. This helps to expand the rabbit's hair follicles, making the shearing process easier.

3. For rabbits that develop ringworm infections postshearing, incorporate a tablet of griseofulvin into their feed daily. Typically, this treatment should continue for about 25 days to cure the rabbit. In cases of mange caused by scabies, administer 0.2ml of insecticide per kilogram of body weight subcutaneously to the affected rabbit. Repeat the injection once a week after the initial dose.

Section 2: Enhancing Shearing Techniques

1. Regular grooming: Every 10 days or so, groom the rabbit to improve circulation, strengthen the skin's resistance, and prevent infestations of mites and lice. This practice also promotes hair growth and prevents knots, enhancing the quality of the fur.

2. Supplemental feeding before shearing: Nutrition is key to the growth and quality of rabbit fur. One to two weeks before shearing, provide the rabbit with additional concentrated feed to supplement their diet. This can accelerate hair growth and give it a lustrous appearance, improving both the quality and yield of the fur.

3. Timely shearing: If longhaired rabbits' fur becomes dense and long without being sheared, it can lead to reduced skin breathability and circulation issues, affecting metabolism. In the fall and winter, this can lead to mite and louse infestations, while in hot weather, it may cause skin diseases. Generally, the first shearing can be done around the 3month mark for young rabbits, with subsequent shearing every 75 days. For adult rabbits, shearing should also be done every 75 days, but in winter, it can be extended to every 80 days. In summer, shearing can be as frequent as every 40 to 45 days, and during the rabbit's molting season in spring and autumn, it can be adjusted to every 30 to 40 days to maximize fur yield.

4. Proper shearing methods: For the first shearing, it's best to use clipping. From the second shearing onwards, you can switch to the stripping method.

5. Postshearing care: After shearing, ensure the rabbit is kept warm to prevent colds and subsequent respiratory diseases. Additionally, apply a mixture of 75% alcohol and a little ginger juice all over the rabbit's body to prevent skin infections and promote hair growth.

These are the comprehensive preventive measures for the "Moling Syndrome" in longhaired rabbits, as well as tips for enhancing shearing techniques, provided by Oxygen Pet Doctor. We hope this information is helpful to you.