running of the nose.

Question
hi, my rabbit was bought about four months ago. He is part of the dwarf breed. Recently he was making wheezy clicking sounds and i assumed this was a cold or something so i brought him in the house for abit although he was making this sound he didn't seem to be in any distress so i didn't take it serious, i kept him in my home for a day and the sound seemed to have cleared and he hasn't had it since. Assuming he was better i put him outside in his hutch like usual. Now about three weeks later he has a runny nose is this serious he seems fine, he lives with a guinea pig they keep peashooter company. I'm concerned because my last rabbit had to be put down due to myxomatosis. Could you offer some advice please. Kind regards Hannah.

Answer
Dear Hannah,

The condition could be serious, and should be looked at by a qualififed rabbit vet who can also be sure your bunny is up to date on his myxomatosis and VHD vaccinations.  You can find a good vet here:

www.rabbit.org/vets

and read more about the problem and its treatments here:

www.bio.miami.edu/hare/sneezing.html

I hope this helps.

Dana