More than 80 per cent accepted the need for a modified myxoma virus, but they were more wary of deliberately releasing
rabbit calicivirus, a disease which kills the animals overseas.
Morse is one of only three volunteers who suits up in full - body protective gear to socialize with kittens, puppies, and even
rabbits who are stricken with diseases such as ringworm, feline
calicivirus, or feline distemper (panleukopenia).