What should I do if my rabbit is losing its hair?
As the veterinarian works to determine the health condition of your rabbit, radiography may also be conducted. Your rabbit’s treatment will depend on the condition that is causing the hair loss. Some possible conditions and treatments include: Mites, fleas and other parasites can be easily treated with the right medication.
What can I do to prevent rabbits from ingesting fur?
Grooming Off Loose Fur Will Help Prevent Fur Ingestion Daily grooming will help prevent discomfort during a shed cycle. A soft-tipped, wire brush or small, very fine-toothed flea comb will help you gently comb out loose fur. Careful plucking of loose fur tufts is also fair play, though many bunnies will object,…
Why does my rabbit have a bald spot on her head?
Coat density in this area may change with the seasons or with hormonal fluctuations in unspayed females. If the bald spot is limited to the area hidden when the rabbit tucks her head back toward her shoulders. If the hair is thin beyond this spot, it is a good idea to have your veterinarian do an examination.
Is it normal for rabbits to pull their fur out?
Speak to your vet or vet nurse for advice on behavioural issues in rabbits. Some rabbits will pull their own fur out during pregnancy or false pregnancy to create a nest. This is normal behaviour and nothing to worry about. Hormonal changes during pregnancy, false pregnancy and lactation can also cause alopecia. Ringworm is a fungus, not a worm.
As the veterinarian works to determine the health condition of your rabbit, radiography may also be conducted. Your rabbit’s treatment will depend on the condition that is causing the hair loss. Some possible conditions and treatments include: Mites, fleas and other parasites can be easily treated with the right medication.
What causes a rabbit to lose its fur?
These include: 1 Parasite infestation (fleas, lice, mange mites, fur mites, mites that cause ear canker,… 2 Dental problems (fur loss will be seen under the chin, on the chest and/or on the dewlap). 3 Urinary tract disorders (fur loss will be on your rabbit’s hindquarters). 4 Bacterial infection. 5 False pregnancy. 6 (more items)
Coat density in this area may change with the seasons or with hormonal fluctuations in unspayed females. If the bald spot is limited to the area hidden when the rabbit tucks her head back toward her shoulders. If the hair is thin beyond this spot, it is a good idea to have your veterinarian do an examination.
Grooming Off Loose Fur Will Help Prevent Fur Ingestion Daily grooming will help prevent discomfort during a shed cycle. A soft-tipped, wire brush or small, very fine-toothed flea comb will help you gently comb out loose fur. Careful plucking of loose fur tufts is also fair play, though many bunnies will object,…
