Re: Herbs for Swarf Rabbit

Question
Dear Dr Krempels,

My 3 month old dear Rabbit has been sneezing and twitching, with runny nose for at least a week.? I was told to give him rosemary leaves and psyllium husks powder.? Is this right..i don't want to see him suffer.
thanking you,
Sincerely,
Rachel

Answer
Dear Rachel,

Herbs won't hurt, but they also probably won't help.  Please read:

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

and

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

for complete information on how to deal with an upper respiratory infection.  You also can find a good rabbit vet to help you here:

www.rabbit.org/vets

Hope this helps.

Dana