What kind of mites do rabbits get from dogs?
Certain dog and cat flea treatments are poisonous for rabbits – only ever use treatment prescribed for your rabbit. The two most common mites that affect rabbits are ear mites (Psoroptes) and fur mites (Cheyletiella). Occasionally rabbits suffer from other rarer mites such as the sarcoptes mite (mange). Ear mites are common in rabbits.
Why are mites and lice so bad for rabbits?
We need your support now more than ever to keep our doors open. Skin parasites such as mites, lice and fleas can all cause itchy, uncomfortable skin in rabbits. In most cases, treatment is simple, but left untreated, a parasite infestation can lead to serious skin problems.
What are the symptoms of fleas and mites in rabbits?
Symptoms vary depending on the parasite but often include: 1 Itchy skin 2 Irritated skin 3 Fur loss (alopecia) 4 Dandruff 5 Scabs and crusts.
What happens if you leave a rabbit with ear mites?
The main symptom is skin scales on the inner ear, which turn into larger, thicker crusted lesions with surrounding hair loss. Ear mites are generally not an emergency but if left untreated the lesions can become infected, which can cause loss of balance and hearing.
Certain dog and cat flea treatments are poisonous for rabbits – only ever use treatment prescribed for your rabbit. The two most common mites that affect rabbits are ear mites (Psoroptes) and fur mites (Cheyletiella). Occasionally rabbits suffer from other rarer mites such as the sarcoptes mite (mange). Ear mites are common in rabbits.
We need your support now more than ever to keep our doors open. Skin parasites such as mites, lice and fleas can all cause itchy, uncomfortable skin in rabbits. In most cases, treatment is simple, but left untreated, a parasite infestation can lead to serious skin problems.
The main symptom is skin scales on the inner ear, which turn into larger, thicker crusted lesions with surrounding hair loss. Ear mites are generally not an emergency but if left untreated the lesions can become infected, which can cause loss of balance and hearing.
Symptoms vary depending on the parasite but often include: 1 Itchy skin 2 Irritated skin 3 Fur loss (alopecia) 4 Dandruff 5 Scabs and crusts.
