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If rabbits are neglected,they are susceptible to the following diseases:
1. Coccidiosis:
The disease occurs when feeds are contaminated with dung (especially from poultry) or when they feed on wet fodder. Signs and symptoms of coccidiosis include diarrhoea and inability to feed. The best way to prevent this disease is to ensure the rabbit house is always kept clean. In case of an outbreak of the disease,amaranth seeds and cucurbit (plants of the cucumber family such as cucumbers,zucchini,melons,etc.) seeds are used to provide lost energy and nutrients to the rabbits. Aloe vera ( the white milky liquid in the leaves of the plant ) can be used to prevent or cure the disease.
2. Pasteurelosia:
Occurs when the rabbits are exposed to the wind. It affects the lungs. A sign of this disease is abnormal breathing. The only way to prevent the disease is by protecting
the rabbits from the wind. This can be done by covering the hutch at night.
3. Pneumonia:
This disease arises by exposure of rabbits to wind. It also occurs when the droppings are trapped in the hutch. The decomposing waste releases ammonia which
when inhaled into the lungs causes pneumonia. Protection of rabbits from the wind and making sure that droppings do not build up on the floor will help to protect the animals.
Good housing
Rabbits are very sensitive to diseases if not kept well. They rarely become sick if well taken care of and kept in proper housing and space for rest and movement. The hutch (rabbit house) should be properly built to provide a comfortable and safe place for their stay. The hutch should be 1 meter above ground to keep off predators. Rabbits naturally like dark places. The hutch should be a bit dark but with some light. The leeward side (the side sheltered from wind) should be completely shielded. The material used to build the hutch should not leave any gaps that will allow wind into the
hutch. The floor should be well constructed such that the panels or wood or sticks allow the free flow of urine. Farmers who want to trap the urine or droppings should place a trap (basin)
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