Petco Text Logo
Petco Pet Logo

Why is my rabbit's nose dry, losing hair, and ears have bite spots?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Male | unneutered | 5 lbs

My Rabbit's nose it's losing hair and the skin looks dry, his eyelids have a red spot and the skin looks a bit dry too. I notice there are some bite like spots inside the ears. What could it be?

This question includes photos that may contain sensitive content. Click to view.

View more to consider that the photos may include sensitive content.

1 Answer

Most Helpful Answer

Image profile

Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on February 16th, 2019

Thanks for reaching out about Cinnabun and including a photo. The crust on the nose and ears could be mites, and that could cause the skin to be dry also. Having a veterinarian examine him could help rule in/out other possible causes including bacterial. Good luck.

Vote icon

1Pet Parents found this answer helpful

image
Have A Vet Question?

Book an appointment with the pros – our expert vets are here to help.

Sponsored