Rabbit Papilloma Virus

Rabbit papillomavirus (RPV) is a pathogen that infects rabbits and other rodents such as minks, squirrels, and rabbits. This virus was discovered in the early 20th century and was originally identified as a type of papilloma virus that was found in humans. Nowadays it is called Viruses

***Papillomavirus (PV) is a type of virus* that multiplies in the tissues of a rabbit or cat and causes a malignant tumor in them.**

*CAP is one of the most common infections in many animal species.* In many cases, CAP affects not only rabbits and cats, but also other rodents. CAP causes *suppression of the immune system and the formation of a malignant tumor*. *This virus is transmitted through direct contact or through contaminated bedding, equipment or food.* **Vaccination of rabbits against CAP has been carried out since the 80s of the twentieth century**. It is now recognized that *vaccination of animals can significantly reduce both mortality and morbidity of rabbits with CAP.*