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My rabbit has black bugs and dandruff on neck and ears. What to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Female | 2 years and 4 months old | 7 lbs

My rabbit has these black bugs behind her neck and ears and she also has dandruff in those area what should i do?

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on September 22nd, 2019

These look like sticktight fleas. The best treatment is a drug called Revolution (the one used on cats). You will need to get his from your vet and they can give you the correct dosing. ( https://www.birdexoticsvet.com/small-mammal-vet )

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