Antimicrobial resistance and etiological dynamics affected by tropical climate variability on year-round diagnosis of upper respiratory infections in companion rabbits with snuffles

The study evaluates the etiological bacteria causing upper respiratory infections (URIs) in rabbits in Thailand during 2022 and their antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in relation to tropical meteorological factors. Results show that the highest URI occurrence occurs during the rainy season, with a significant correlation between URI occurrence and precipitation. Gram-negative bacteria are the predominant pathogens, with high resistance to penicillin and co-trimoxazole, highlighting the need for region-specific monitoring and antimicrobial stewardship.