Several stressors, such as overcrowding, transportation and dietary changes have been
identified as predisposing factors for infection. Treatment has been successful in most
cases. The administration of fluids and supplemental heat has been used for rabbits that
become hypothermic and treating the symptoms is helpful. Antibiotics are commonly
used to fight the bacterial infection. Isolating any sick animals also reduces the spread of
infection. However, symptoms usually resolve by themselves over a period of one to two
weeks.