Farriers Equine Care Lice & Mite Shampoo for Guinea Pigs & Small Mammals

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If you are introducing a new guinea pig to an established cage, wash it with this shampoo before introducing it to its cage mates, just in case it is carrying any mites. If the item comes direct from a manufacturer, it may be delivered in non-retail packaging, such as a plain or unprinted box or plastic bag. Mites will seldom leave the host unless brushed onto the bedding or as a result of overpopulation or the death of the host. This guide link here has more practical tips on how to deal with static lice in terms of hygiene and egg removal to help limit the outbreak (you will still need to use vet strength ivermectin to get on top of the mites themselves).

look for any signs of ‘dust’ or parasites on the fur, or redness or irritation caused by your pet scratching their skin. Beaphar Anti-Mange is a veterinary medicine containing Invermectin, that has been specificially designed to help treat rabbits and guinea pigs suffering from skin diseases caused by. If your guinea pig has static mites, visit your veterinarian to receive a prescription spray or shampoo to treat them. While it may seem logical to bath a guinea pig with parasites, but bathing a guinea pig with mites can cause them to burrow deeper, increase irritation, and make treatment a lot more difficult.

I have also treated them with ivermectin which I'll repeat in 4 weeks time then 2 to 3 months there after it's the beapher anti parasite spot on I was just wondering if anyone has any advice for me please as I have never had to deal with this ever so I'm little stressed about it I will be bathing once and week for 3 to 4 weeks aswell just so I know there is chance they will be gone. Because sarcoptic mites live under your guinea pig's skin, you'll also need either an oral de-wormer or an injection to treat this condition. Static Lice, Mites, Ticks and Fleas are a common problem with small mammals, especially those that live with or in close proximity to other animals.

Mange mites, without proper treatment, are extremely painful, and in some cases, even life-threatening. Because mites can’t be seen with the naked eye, you will have a hard time finding them on your guinea pig regardless of what they look like. If you have a small outbreak, you could treat this condition yourself with an ivermectin spot-on treatment, whilst in severe cases, it is always best to consult your vet.External parasites are difficult to control with conventional preparations that are administered orally or by injection.

Please always see a vet for a proper diagnosis, quality products and treatment when it comes to skin parasites. parasites that burrow under guinea pigs’ skin and cause the extremely painful condition known as sarcoptic mange. Scratching an area of skin infested by mites by hand may produce such pain and irritation in your guinea pigs that it looks like it's having a fit. To treat mites and lice in guinea pigs, start by taking your pets to a veterinarian, who can determine what type of infestation they have and prescribe an effective treatment. Some breeders will routinely treat new guinea pigs in quarantine (since they can carry mites while showing no signs) rather than risk reintroducing mange mites to a whole herd of guinea pigs.

Using a steam cleaner if desired 30ml of KG wash and go dog Shampoo to the water will eliminate any insects, bacteria and germs even odours of urine on carpets and floors. External parasites are easily picked up by guineas and passed on to other guineas through close contact.