Rabbit has back scab, no dandruff. Mites or scratch from new rabbit?

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My pet has a small scab on back it does have dandruff or any bald spots. I did just get a new rabbit that doesn’t have the marks. So I’m not sure if they are mites or just a scratch from maybe the other rabbit. Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Female | unspayed | 3 months and 9 days old | 10 lbs

Todd Cecil · Accepted Answer

Thanks for reaching out about Willow. Dandruff is often a clinical signs of mites, although the mites are microscopic and can not be seen with the naked eye. A microscope is usually employed to confirm a diagnosis. Dietary deficiencies, other parasites (fleas), and rarely conditions such as a thymoma, can also cause flaky skin. If is just a scratch, that can be from trauma. The other rabbit can have mites and not have flaky skin. It is recommended if the condition worsens, a veterinary exam be scheduled. Mites are fairly easily treatable with the correct medicines. Good luck.

Rabbit has back scab, no dandruff. Mites or scratch from new rabbit?

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