More Cases of Rabes Showing Up in Colorado

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 9, 2020
Contact:  Mary Peck, 720-428-0441, mary.peck@state.co.us

Broomfield, Colo. -  The Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) has confirmed new cases of Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease (RHDV2) in domestic rabbits in Weld County, adding to cases previously reported in El Paso and Montezuma Counties. Additionally, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) has verified cases of RHDV2 in wild and feral rabbits in Alamosa, El Paso, Prowers, and Pueblo counties.  

A current map of confirmed cases in Colorado is available on CDA’s Animal Health Division RHDV2 webpage.  Current CDA guidance on rabbit shows and fairs can be found here.  

With incidents of RHDV2 increasing in Colorado and western states, CDA and CPW are asking the public to watch for multiple dead or sick rabbits, which can suggest RHDV2 or a sign of tularemia or plague, diseases that can cause serious illness in people. Do not handle or consume sick or dead wildlife and do not allow pets to contact or consume wildlife carcasses. 

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