Protecting Your Rabbit from Unwanted Parasites
In addition to being bothersome, parasites like fleas, worms, mites, and flystrike can seriously endanger your rabbit’s health. Our customised, veterinary-approved parasite treatment programs at Kings Veterinary Centre are intended to safeguard your cherished bunny throughout the year and lower risks to your family and the environment.
Why Parasite Control is Essential
- The common rabbit flea (Spilopsyllus cuniculi) is one of the fleas that can cause dermatitis, pain, and itching. Their fast reproduction—a single female can produce up to 50 eggs every day—causes infestations in homes.
- Worms including lungworms, roundworms, tapeworms, and Encephalitozoon cuniculi can cause neurological symptoms, respiratory disorders, or digestive difficulties; certain species can even be lethal.
- Both lice and mites can result in dandruff, hair loss, and painful skin disorders, such as “wry neck” or ear mites that can cause infections.
- A problem in warm weather is flystrike, which happens when flies deposit their eggs in dirty fur and causes a maggot infestation that can be fatal if left unchecked.
Comprehensive Treatment Protocols
At Kings Veterinary Centre, we provide safe, veterinarian-approved parasite treatments that are customised to meet the needs of your rabbit. While worming is usually recommended every six months using a therapy like Panacur to target intestinal worms and E. cuniculi, flea prevention is provided by prescription spot-on solutions that are particularly licensed for rabbits.
We also use focused treatments and helpful guidance to control the danger of mites, lice, and flystrikes. Preventing fly strikes is particularly crucial in the summer months, and we provide at-risk rabbits with assistance with grooming and cleanliness. Every therapy is tailored to the habitat, lifestyle, and health of your rabbit.
Flea and Worm Treatments For Rabbits
Generally speaking, fleas should be avoided once a month, especially during the spring and summer. Worming should be done every six months; further attention may be required if your rabbit is exposed to higher risk.
Lice and mite treatments are administered as needed, and preventing flystrikes should be the first emphasis throughout the warmer months. The ideal schedule will be determined by our vets based on your rabbit’s particular circumstances.
Why Choose Kings Veterinary Centre
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Rabbit‑focussed expertise – We only use safe, authorised items made for lagomorphs since we understand their health.
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Personalised care – Care that is specific to your bunny’s habitat, way of life, and health.
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Full wellbeing checks – A thorough health evaluation is part of every parasite consultation.
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Household‑wide protection – To stop reinfestation, we help you cure your house and other pets.
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Peace of mind – Complete parasite coverage is ensured by using proven products that are solely prescribed.
Book Your Rabbit’s Flea and Worm Treatment Today
Make an appointment for a consultation with Kings Veterinary Centre before any discomfort arises. We’ll create a care strategy to maintain your rabbit’s happiness and well-being. Go online or give us a call right now.
Flea and Worm Treatment for Rabbits FAQs
Are over‑the‑counter flea products safe for rabbits?
No, rabbits may be poisoned by over-the-counter flea medications for dogs or cats. Always utilise veterinary-prescribed, rabbit-specific medications.
How quickly do treatments work?
Usually, effective flea treatments begin to eradicate fleas in as little as 24 hours. Depending on the kind of parasite, worming paste can be effective in a few days.
Can indoor rabbits get parasites?
Indeed, humans, hay, bedding, and other pets may all spread parasites like fleas and mites. Frequent preventative care is still required.
My rabbit is overweight—does that increase parasite risk?
Yes. Overweight or elderly rabbits might struggle to groom properly, raising their risk of flystrike, mites, and skin infections
How do you treat flystrike?
Regular washing of the fur around the bottom is part of prevention, particularly for elderly or overweight rabbits. If there are maggots, immediate veterinary attention is necessary.
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