RHDV2 — rabbit hemorrhagic disease virus — kills fast, often with no warning signs, and it has been confirmed in California. The vaccine is the only real protection, and a lot of general practices simply don't stock it. We do, and we vaccinate rabbits every week. If you've been calling around trying to find the RHDV2 vaccine near you, this is the page you were looking for.
Many clinics don't stock it. We carry the RHDV2 vaccine and give it routinely, so you don't have to drive across the county or join a waitlist to protect your rabbit.
RHDV2 has been confirmed in both wild and domestic rabbits across California. It's extremely contagious and usually fatal — rabbits often die suddenly, sometimes before any symptoms appear.
The virus travels on shoes, clothing, hay, and insects, and it survives a long time in the environment. An indoor-only bunny that never goes outside is still at genuine risk.
We publish our pricing so you can plan ahead, and we work with local rabbit rescues. View our prices.
RHDV2 stands for Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus, type 2 — a highly contagious calicivirus that affects both pet and wild rabbits. It's one of the most serious threats a rabbit can face: it spreads easily, resists the environment, and is fatal in a large share of the rabbits it infects. Many owners only learn the virus exists after it's already too late.
Part of what makes RHDV2 so dangerous is how quietly it moves. Rabbits can die suddenly with little or no warning, and the virus can spread without direct rabbit-to-rabbit contact — it travels on contaminated hay and food, on shoes and clothing, and even on insects. That's why "my rabbit lives indoors" is not protection on its own.
Since being confirmed in domestic and wild rabbits in California, RHDV2 has changed the standard of care for pet rabbits in our area. Vaccination is now widely recommended for essentially every pet rabbit in the state — not just those that go outdoors.
The RHDV2 vaccine is a USDA-authorized vaccine developed specifically for this virus. It's given as a small injection during a regular rabbit visit — no sedation needed — and most rabbits tolerate it well, with at most some brief tiredness or mild soreness at the injection site.
Protection is built with an initial series followed by a yearly booster. In practice, that usually means a first dose, a booster about three weeks later, and then an annual booster to keep immunity strong. Because the exact timing can depend on your rabbit's age and history, we'll confirm the right schedule when you come in. Healthy rabbits can generally start the vaccine from a young age — if you have a new baby bunny, call us and we'll tell you when to begin.
We pair the vaccine with a quick wellness check, because a vaccine visit is also a good moment to look at teeth, weight, and gut health — the things that quietly cause the most trouble in rabbits. If anything looks off, you'll hear about it then rather than later.
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Visit us at 3116 W Main St in Alhambra, just west of the Fremont Avenue intersection — about 10 minutes from Pasadena, South Pasadena, and San Gabriel. Easy street parking is available right out front.
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Yes. RHDV2 has been confirmed in wild and domestic rabbits in California, which is exactly why vaccination went from "optional" to widely recommended for pet rabbits here. It is not a hypothetical risk in our area.
Yes. The virus can be carried in on your shoes and clothing, on hay and greens, and by insects, and it survives in the environment for a long time. Indoor rabbits are still at real risk, so the vaccine is recommended for them too.
We publish our fees on our pricing page so you can plan before you come in. A vaccine visit also includes a brief wellness check. Call (626) 441-1314 and we'll walk you through the cost.
Most rabbits get an initial dose, a booster about three weeks later, and then an annual booster to maintain protection. The exact timing can depend on your rabbit's age and history, so we'll confirm the right plan at your first visit.
Most rabbits do very well. The most common reactions are mild and short-lived — a little tiredness or some soreness at the injection site. Serious reactions are uncommon, and we'll go over what to watch for before you leave.
You don't need a referral or an existing relationship with us — new rabbit patients are welcome. Call (626) 441-1314 or book online, and just mention it's for an RHDV2 vaccine.
Yes — we work with local rabbit rescues and are happy to talk about vaccinating rescue rabbits. If you run or foster for a rescue, get in touch and we'll find a way to help.
We keep the vaccine on hand and welcome new rabbit patients. Book online in under a minute, or call and our team will find a time that works.
Finding a clinic that actually carries the RHDV2 vaccine in the San Gabriel Valley can be surprisingly hard. Because rabbit medicine is a smaller part of most general practices, many don't stock the vaccine at all, and owners often end up calling clinic after clinic. At South Pasadena Animal Hospital, located at 3116 West Main Street in Alhambra, rabbits are a regular part of what we do, and we keep the RHDV2 vaccine on hand so local bunny owners have a straightforward place to go.
Rabbit hemorrhagic disease virus type 2 is a serious, highly contagious threat that has been confirmed in California. It can be fatal with little warning, and it spreads through contaminated food, bedding, clothing, footwear, and insects — which means even strictly indoor rabbits are at risk. The RHDV2 vaccine is the single most effective step you can take to protect your rabbit, and it's now recommended for essentially all pet rabbits in the state.
We serve rabbit owners from across the area, including Pasadena, South Pasadena, San Gabriel, Monterey Park, Arcadia, and Highland Park. Beyond vaccination, our team handles everyday rabbit care — wellness exams, dental checks, GI stasis, and spay/neuter. If your rabbit needs the RHDV2 vaccine or a rabbit-savvy vet, contact us to book an appointment.