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i want to know this too cause i shot a rabbit and wanted to eat it but it had a tape worm so didnt.... if you cook it good enough will it be ok??? no have you not heard that you can get tape worms from cooked burgers..same applies here
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 11y agoMyxomatosis is a disease that will only affect rabbits. It is spread by biting of insects such a fleas or mozzies. However, it is recommended to avoid eating it as there are possible health risks to humans where carcasses are being picked by predators, but that is true with any rotting meat.
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∙ 11y agoProbably not.
Diseased meat is not a preferred meal for anyone. Only animals that had been slaughtered and dressed when healthy should be eaten. It is actually illegal for slaughterhouses to kill and dress sick or diseased animals.
According to the USDA:
Under voluntary inspection, each rabbit and its internal organs are inspected for signs of disease. The "Inspected for Wholesomeness by USDA" mark of inspection ensures the rabbit is wholesome and free from disease. When a rabbit processor does not produce rabbit meat under FSIS voluntary inspection, they would be subject to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) inspection under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.
Some States, however, permit the sale of rabbit only if it is inspected under their laws.
The FDA has jurisdiction over the shipment of rabbit meat in interstate commerce.
According to the FDA:
CFR: 3-201.17 Game Animals.*
(A) If
GAME ANIMALS
are received for sale or service they shall
be:
(1) Commercially raised for
FOOD
and:
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(a) Raised, slaughtered, and processed under a
voluntary inspection program that is conducted by the
agency that has animal health jurisdiction....
"... voluntary inspection or rabbits that are
"inspected and certified" in accordance with 9 CFR 354..."
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Can cats catch myxomatosis if they eat an infected rabbit?
Only rabbits can catch myxomatosis. Humans and other animals cannot catch it from eating the meat of an affected rabbit.
At what age can a rabbit catch myxomatosis?
There is no particular age to when a rabbit can catch myxomatosis. Both young and old rabbits are susceptible to catching the virus.
Why has your rabbit got myxomatosis when he hes been vaccinated?
The myxomatosis jag is only given to help prevent your rabbit from getting myxomatosis, It wont definetley prevent it from catching it but it will help alot! there is also a chance that your rabbit maybe had it before it was vaccinated but to be honest im not 100% sure and i am sorry to hear about your rabbit.
Can dogs get myxomatosis?
Dogs and other animals cannot get myxomatosis. Only rabbits can be affected by the virus.
What are rabbit jabs?
rabbit have one jab and a booster mainly against myxomatosis
Can you reuse a cage that was previously used for a rabbit with myxomatosis?
If myxomatosis is present in your region, you should have your rabbit vaccinated, and then you won't have to worry about what the rabbit comes into contact with (including the cage). Myxomatosis is spread by fleas and mosquitoes, and it's practically impossible to keep fleas and mosquitoes away from your rabbit: even if you keep the rabbit indoors and/or use mosquito netting, some fleas or mosquitoes can still get in and bite your rabbit.
Can you reuse a rabbit cage after the rabbits have died of myxomatosis?
There shouldn't be a problem with reusing the cage because any future rabbits that go in the cage should be vaccinated against myxomatosis. All pet rabbits who live in areas where there's myxomatosis should be vaccinated. The vaccine is the only way to protect your rabbit against myxomatosis. Myxomatosis is spread by mosquitos and fleas: there's really no way to keep these away from your rabbit (even netting and screens aren't very effective).
How can you prevent myxomatosis?
The only way to prevent myxomatosis is through immunization. Myxomatosis is spread by fleas and mosquitos, and directly from rabbit to rabbit. Even indoor rabbits can't be 100% protected from mosquitos. It's highly recommended that rabbit owners have their bunnies immunized if they live somewhere there's myxomatosis. Rabbits will need booster shots every 6 or 12 months, depending on how serious the risk. The vaccine can't prevent myxomatosis 100%, but an immunized rabbit is much less likely of contracting the disease and, if it does contract it, it's much more likely that the illness will be less severe and that the rabbit will recover. Myxomatosis isn't present everywhere. Rabbits in the UK and Australia are at risk. Rabbits in Canada are not at risk and are not immunized against it.
Is there an injection for myxomatosis?
Yes, if you live in a region where myxomatosis is a threat (like the UK), you can bring your rabbit to the vet for an injection. You'll have to bring the rabbit back every 6-12 months for "booster" shots.
What should you do if your rabbit has myxomatosis?
Rabbits get myxomatosis from being bitten by an insect that carries the virus (like mosquitos, or fleas). Rabbits can also get myxomatosis from other rabbits that are infected, or from coming into contact with that rabbit's stuff (like dishes and fabrics). If you havn't given your rabbit a myxomatosis jab it could get myxomatosis. If you live in a region where myxomatosis is present (like the UK), experts recommend your rabbit getting an injection. If you need to get an injection, or aren't sure if you do, talk to your vet. See the related question below for more info about rabbit vets.
Was myxomatosis introduced and if so why?
Myxomatosis - was a man-made disease introduced into the wild rabbit population - to control their numbers more effectively than shooting or trapping.
Do feral rabbits get diseases from mosquitoes?
No, I have a rabbit. And mosquitos may swarm but they have no way to get to their skin because of all the fur.
