Pasturella (Snuffles) (Infections)
Cause:
Bacterial infection of the nasal sinuses

Symptoms:
Sneezing, nasal discharge, watery eyes, rubbing nose with front feet, matted fur on the inside of the front feet

Treatment:
A broad spectrum antibiotic

Snuffles in rabbits is a chronic type respiratory infection. It is very contagious and difficult to control. The signs of snuffles, (sneezing, nasal discharge, watery eyes, rubbing nose with front feet) tend to subside and then reappear usually during extreme weather changes or other stress periods.

Isolate your suspected cases and treat with a broad spectrum antibiotic. Those not responding should be eliminated from the herd.

Respiratory infections must be caught in their early stages for complete recovery. Snuffles can develop into pneumonia if not treated. Chlorination of water supply helps lower the rate of bacterial infection and transmission to other rabbits.
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