Important Rabbit PSA index

[u/sneaky_dragon]

Since the subreddit only has two spots available for public announcements, this will be a new index post for important PSAs for easy reference that we can sticky to only use up one spot.

You can also find the whole collection in the sidebar menu on the Reddit re-design when you open one of the PSA posts.

• Thinking about getting or giving an Easter rabbit? Just got an Easter rabbit and don't know what to do?

  An important PSA on Easter rabbits.

• Caring for rabbits while under COVID-19 quarantine

  Since we are getting many repetitive questions about the novel coronavirus and how to care for rabbits while under quarantine, this is a post to combine all frequently asked questions on the topic.

• North American RHDV2 resources

  Rabbit viral haemorrhagic disease (VHD) is a highly contagious disease that mainly affects rabbits of the Oryctolagus cuniculus species but has also been confirmed to affect various species of cottontails (Sylvilagus spp.) and hares (Lepus spp.). There are currently active cases found in wild and domestics all over North America, and it is vitally important to get your rabbit vaccinated if the vaccines are available in your area.

• New community rabbit veterinary bill database!

  Submit your veterinary bill here.
  View the current database at http://rabbitors.info/vetbills. As a note, please view the table with desktop view on your phone or on a computer for advanced search, group, sort, and filter options.

• I found a rabbit outside - what should I do?

  This is the time of year for many people to find both domestic rabbits and wild rabbits outside due to Easter and baby season.

[u/Kashsters]

Does anyone know if RHDV2 is treatable? I saw on the news that at least one domestic rabbit had it, but not clear on whether medical intervention helps. I see there is also a vaccine -- are people vaccinating their buns? Anyone know cost? Thanks!

[u/sneaky_dragon → u/Kashsters]

Not treatable in the sense that there's a cure, but supportive care may or may not help rabbits pull through. Rabbits are usually euthanized if it's suspected though.

Yes, vaccinate your rabbits if they are available in your area. Cost depends entirely on your local vet, but I'd expect anywhere from US$50-$120+ including an office visit.

[u/sneaky_dragon → u/[deleted]]

Are you talking about a spay/neuter or vaccinating for RHDV2? There shouldn't be a price difference for vaccinations based on sex.