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My rabbit has tiny white bugs in droppings and fur. What are they?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Female | spayed | 2 years and 4 months old | 3.08 lbs

Hello! I have noticed tiny white bugs in my rabbits droppings, they are all over her hutch and when I clean it out they just come back! I was also holding the bunny today and noticed they were crawling out her fur. They are everywhere help!

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 1st, 2019

I'm sorry but without seeing these bugs there is not much I can tell you other than they may be lice. This is the only bug I can think of that may be white and that you can actually see with the naked eye. I strongly suggest you get Binky to your vet for an exam. They will be able to tell you what she has and what is the best treatment for her and for her hutch/environment.

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