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my rabbit has had this sneezing snuffles for a long time the vet put him on a antibiotiotic for two weks i dont know what to do

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Dear Picky,

I think the following two articles will help:

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

and especially:

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

It's possible that the bacteria causing your bunny's upper respiratory infection are not sensitive to the antibiotics you're using.  (What is the name of the medication?)  If that's the case, then a culture and sensitivity test will help tremendously.

Also, sneezing can sometimes be caused by dental problems, which you can read more about here:

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

If you don't feel your present vet is very experienced with rabbits, you might be able to find a vet who is more familiar with rabbit medicine here:

www.rabbit.org/vets

I hope this helps.  Please write back if you have any other questions.

Dana