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GP - what do you do for dry skin?

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RabbitsMakeGOLDEggs · 09/09/2012 23:10

Mine are a bit flaky, do I need to use anything or add something to their diet?

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70isaLimitNotaTarget · 10/09/2012 08:55

Rabbits you need to rule out if it's an unwanted 'visitor' like mites /lice/ringworm.

Mites tens to be on the rump area and presents in a V or Y shaped hair loss with snapped off hairs.

Lice is more like a dandruffy dander.
You could try Lice 'n' Easy from Gorgeous Guineas. They do a Melt as well that you dissolve and apply like a conditioner.

Their website is good,.They do some £2 sample pots, you could buy a selection.
I bought Lice'n'Easy, Just for Boars and Maluka and Neem one plus a Calenda Cream (healing)

If it's ringworm, you'd be best to see the vet, it's a nightmare to shift.

Lots of the GG shampoos are for GPs over 12 weeks. They do have some some mini-pigs but check on their site .


I'd have thought they get enough from their diet WRT to oils .Difficult to add without giving them the runs and fatty foods like avacado is a no-no for guineas.

What are you bedding them on? Might be worth changing the type of bedding?

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