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Ring Worm?

As far as I'm aware yes they can. I know Guineas definately can. They can get it from you, or you from them as its a zoonose so you might want to wear gloves etc as a precaution.

Your vet should be able to give you some antifungal.
 
They sure can and it's quite a lengthy treatment process as well. As Lisa said, you do need to take precautions to protect yourself. Also, bear in mind ringworm can be passed in spores so utilise spray cleaners in the area.

If you suspect it, the sooner you see the vets and get treatment started, the better x
 
Hey Laura! Not seen you for a while :wave:

Just to add a bit more - Your vet will probably want to do a skin scrape to make certain, and will probably give you Mycozole spray or Malaseb Shampoo. It's best to isolate the bunny too if you can, especially if you have other pets and use seperate cleaning equipment, then just get rid of it. Ringworm can take several weeks to clear up fully tho.

I caught it from a cow once :lol:

ETA: Just noticed your in USA so your vet's will probably give you something entirely different to what I said!
 
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