GSPCA Helps Over 500 Rabbits with Myxomatosis as Cases Continue to Soar

Submitted by Steve on 12:55, 16th Jul, 2026 | 0

GSPCA Helps Over 500 Rabbits with Myxomatosis as Cases Continue to Soar

The GSPCA has now helped over 500 rabbits suffering from myxomatosis so far this year, making 2026 the worst year the charity has ever seen for the devastating disease.

The animal welfare charity is continuing to receive and assist dozens of cases day and night, with the number of affected rabbits showing no signs of slowing. Today alone, the GSPCA has already reached double figures in cases.

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Rabbit Awareness Week Highlights Importance of Vaccination Amid Ongoing Myxomatosis Outbreak

Submitted by Steve on 13:19, 24th Jun, 2026 | 0

Rabbit Awareness Week Highlights Importance of Vaccination Amid Ongoing Myxomatosis Outbreak

The GSPCA is urging all rabbit owners to ensure their pets are vaccinated as the charity continues to respond to exceptionally high numbers of wild rabbits suffering from myxomatosis across Guernsey.

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Myxomatosis killing hundreds of Guernsey rabbits and keeping your rabbits safe

Submitted by Steve on 12:17, 20th May, 2026 | 0

Myxomatosis killing hundreds of Guernsey rabbits and keeping your rabbits safe

The GSPCA wants to reinforce their recent message for all rabbits to take great care as Rabbit Haemorraghic Viral Disease (RHVD2) variant 2 are affecting our wild and domestic rabbits again here in Guernsey and a massive surge of rabbits with myxomatosis are being seen with the large numbers of rabbits around Guernsey.

These fatal diseases are a huge risk to unvaccinated rabbits and especially to those in outside enclosures.

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