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Mites?? treatment???

mudchild

mudchild

Warren Scout
:DHi everyone,

Just thought I would come here for some advice. I am pretty sure my bunny Ozzy has mites on his fur on his back.
He has developed to patches of dry flaky skin that is kind of raised up.
He doesnt seem to be too itchy.

Is this something for the vet to treat or can I do it myself?
Any advice gladly appreciated!

Thanks
 
I think the vet will need to take a look, he made need anti biotics, but I'm not sure.

best to be on the safe side eh?? zx
 
He'll need a course of invectmectin which your vet can give you either in a spot on form or by injection if its really bad.


Cheyletiellosis (fur mites) look like walking dandruff.
 
great thanks for your replies. Will take him to the vets. Looked at online remedies but dont think i will risk it x
 
mudchild said:
great thanks for your replies. Will take him to the vets. Looked at online remedies but dont think i will risk it x
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No the most effective mite treatment is Ivermectin as already stated. This can be in drop form or by injection but will need to be given in 3 doses, 2 weeks apart for each dose.
 
Our girl bun had something very similar - the vet called it walking dandruff and she was treated with ivermectin spot on stuff. We have also used the injections with our three newest buns as two out of the three came with ear mites.

I think you are right to take your bun bun to the vets - the treatment is much more effective in this instance and will prevent further skin damage and soreness in the long run.

Good luck, let us know how it goes :wave:
 
Also if you ask your vet they might show you how to inject the medicine so you can do the other doses at home. Only if you want to though. Hope he gets sorted:D
 
Thanks all- both the bunnies have been treated at the vets now so fingers crossed it sill get rid of the pesky things!! xx
 
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