Rabbit Farm Deworming Steps: Targeted Deworming Objects

Rabbit Deworming Program

I. Deworming Procedures for Rabbits

1. Universal Deworming Injection: It is recommended to administer a general injection of Ivermectin or Avermectin to all rabbits suitable for deworming in the household. These are commonly used medications for mite control in rabbits.

2. Preparation for Breeding: Ten to fifteen days prior to the breeding of female rabbits, introduce the deworming agent, such as Selamectin, into their feed until the newborns are weaned. Additionally, perform subcutaneous injections of Ivermectin or Avermectin ten to fifteen days before the female rabbits give birth.

3. First Deworming for Young Rabbits: Approximately one week before weaning, or around the age of two months, administer the first subcutaneous injection of Ivermectin or Avermectin to the young rabbits. This age group is most susceptible to parasitic diseases, and timely vaccination can prevent infection from carriers within the group.

4. Prevention During Rearing: During the fattening period of meat rabbits and within the first two to three months after weaning for wool rabbits, provide continuous treatment with highefficiency antiprotozoal drugs, such as Monensin, to prevent coccidiosis.

5. PostClipping Deworming: Since rabbits are prone to parasitic invasion after shearing, it is advisable for pet owners to administer subcutaneous injections of Avermectin or Ivermectin following each shearing to prevent internal and external parasitic infestations.

6. Introduction of New Breeding Rabbits: When introducing new breeding rabbits, pet owners should isolate and observe them for one month. During this period, inject Ivermectin or Avermectin and administer antiprotozoal medications, such as Diclazuril solution, continuously. If no abnormalities are found after one month, they can be introduced into the rabbit group.

II. Deworming Targets

1. Coccidiosis: Coccidia are the primary focus of prevention in rabbit parasitic diseases. The infection rate for young rabbits aged 4 to 5 months can reach 100%, with a mortality rate of 40% to 70%. Even those that survive may suffer significant growth and development issues due to longterm illness.

2. Scabies: This chronic skin disease is caused by mange mites or ear mites. Infected rabbits often exhibit symptoms such as inflamed and itchy skin, hair loss, and weight gain, which can even lead to death.

3. Rabbit Itch Mite Disease: This condition is caused by the rabbit itch mite, commonly found in the external ear canals of rabbits.

Conclusion

The above deworming program for rabbits, as introduced by Oxygen Pet Doctor, is a general guideline that can be applied to most rabbits. We hope that pet owners will take this information to heart and help their rabbits maintain good health and prevent diseases.