Difference between revisions of "Coccidiosis - Rabbit"

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**E.g. Rabenidine
 
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Revision as of 15:50, 18 August 2010

  • Eimeria steidae
    • Parasitises the bile duct epithelium
    • Travels via the bile duct to the liver where it forms large white nodules
    • Oocysts travel in the bile and are passed out in the faeces
    • Causes ascites, diarrhoea, weight loss and polyuria
  • Serious disease of both pet and farmed rabbits
  • Treatment is by administration of drugs in drinking water
    • E.g. Toltrazuril
  • Hygiene is the best method of prevention to prevent sporocysts from sporulating
  • Medicated feed can be used in commercial units
    • E.g. Rabenidine