Many things can cause a rabbit to lose its hair. Barbering and sebaceous adenitis are on this list. And then there's ringworm and mites, to which bunnies are also susceptible.
Sebaceous adenitis has visible effects on the rabbit's skin, but it's often painless. A clear sign of this condition is being flaky or rough to the touch. You'll notice this early because the first lesions appear on the bunny's face.
Barbering happens when a more dominant rabbit not-so-playfully attacks a softer, gentler bunny. It will pull on the other's fur because it can, although there are times when a rabbit would do it to itself. It happens when there's a fiber deficiency.
The mites that attack rabbits are different from the more common type of mites. But the side effects are all too familiar. Itchiness, skin inflammation, and bald spots are only a few of the symptoms. Arrange a trip to the vet to get proper recommendations on medicating your bunny.
Did you know rabbits can also have ringworms? It often affects bunnies with no hair in some body parts. Younger rabbits are also more prone to ringworms because their defense mechanisms are still in the process of developing.
Excessive hair loss or other skin and hair coat issues should warrant a visit to your animal hospital Virginia Beach, VA.
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