Rabbit Fur Loss Advice

[MissBunnyHunny]

Hi, my rabbit has only recently started shedding his fur in clumps. The skin for the most part is clean but in some places there are dandruff flecks (shown in the pic) and the odd cut. I've had a google and it suggests mites but says these can be visible to the naked eye however I can't see anything or any movement on his skin/fur. Has anyone else experienced this with their bunnies, any advice is welcome. Thanks

 

[InspectorMorse]

Cheyletiella mites. The mites are not visible to the naked eye, the dried flakes of skin can be seen to move though hence it’s known as ’walking dandruff’

Cheyletielóza u králíků | Veterina Vethope

Cheyletiellosis, commonly known as "walking dandruff," is a contagious skin disease affecting rabbits, caused by the Cheyletiella parasitovorax mite. As a rabbit breeder, it is crucial to be aware of this condition because of its high contagion potential and impact on rabbit health. The disease...

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Best to consult your Vet as cheyletiellosis often occurs as a secondary symptom to another problem such as dental disease. Your Rabbit’s coat is not in good condition, indicating a lack of efficient self grooming.

 

[Shimmer]

Agree with above.

The mites are always around but are removed when the rabbit grooms. They only become noticeable when there's something else wrong and they can't groom effectively, like dental issues or arthritis. Treatment for the mites is pretty routine, but you need to get a vet to figure out what the underlying cause is, or the mites will continue to be an issue - and (more importantly) so will the reason they can't groom properly.

 

[susie bun]

My rabbit has a similar issue. He’s having a dental soon but also has arthritis so quite vulnerable to mite flare ups. Treatment is normally quite effective but as others say best to have a vet check to determine if there is an underlying cause.