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My rabbit has fur loss and flaky ears. Could it be Cheyletiella mites?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Female | spayed

Hi, my rabbit has fur loss on his ears and flakey white dots that come off with the fur, although i cant see any mites. How would i treat it, if it is Cheyletiella

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David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on September 24th, 2017

Cheyletiela mites are often difficult to see with the naked eye, they can be treated either with ivermectin spot ons or Revolution spot ons, both are prescription medications that you will need to get from your vet.
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