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arexnamedfern

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Hello! I finally found a vet somewhat local that would do a fecal test (yay!) We have a colony of rabbits, ranging from 3 months old to 7-8 years old.

We took a rabbit for a vet evaluation, there are zero symptoms or concerns with any of them.
The results returned positive for Eimeria, which, not being familiar with, I looked online and found is coccidia.
Some places indicated that many rabbits will test + for this and it isn't a big deal in a non-symptomatic rabbit. Other places seem to think that it is the end of the world. Still others thought it was easily treated but should definitely be treated.

The vet who examined our rabbits was of the mind to only treat if anyone becomes symptomatic. No rabbits are having trouble keeping weight on, no diarrhea or other abnormalities. I have had a few litters a year for the past 7-8 years and have never had symptomatic kits, the most recent litter is currently a happy pack of 3 month olds.

What is your experience, protocol or opinion? I am having a hard time settling it in my mind to not treat them, but if that is the way to go??? If I did treat them, what is the best treatment?
 
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