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Fleas or mites

I have noticed that my rabbit, Millie, has flaky dry skin. I have used a flea comb and not found any fleas,is it likely to be mites? I have some xenex ultra spot on which we had left over from a previous rabbit, it is still in date-shall I try this and see if the situation improves? Or shall I take her to the vet. She is otherwise happy and eating normally. Thanks
 
I would guess mites.

Please do not apply medication prescribed for another rabbit on your currently possibly infected rabbit without first seeking veterinary assistance, you never know what may happen.

Let us know how you get on at the vets :wave:
 
I think some members have had adverse reactions (well their bunnies have :oops: ) to xenex so I wouldn't use it unless a vet prescribed it. Xeno is for mites but again, you're best off getting a vet to check her over first to be sure it is mites and also they may feel Ivermectin (same as in xeno) injections may be more effective than a spray.
 
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