Presenting problem: Dyspnea in Rabbits

It is critical to approach the dyspneic rabbit quietly, carefully, and gently. Many rabbits with respiratory disease are unstable upon presentation, given the stress of their condition compounded by the stress of transport and the strange smells, sights and sounds of the veterinary clinic. In many cases, it is prudent to delay handling the patient. Transfer the rabbit to . . .


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Further reading

Deeb BJ, DiGiacomo RF. Respiratory disease of rabbits. Vet Clin North Am: Exotic Anim Pract 3():465-480, 2000.

Jasani S. Saunders Solutions in Veterinary Practice: Small Animal Emergency. Churchill Livingston Elsevier; New York; 2011. Pp. 96-101.

Ludwig E, Reischl U, Janik D, Hermanns W. Granulomatous pneumonia caused by Mycobacterium genavense in a dwarf rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus). Vet Pathol 46(5):1000-1002, 2009.

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Pollock C. Presenting problem: Dyspnea in rabbits. April 25, 2012. LafeberVet Web site. Available at https://lafeber.com/vet/presenting-problem-dyspnea-in-rabbits/