Rearguard (which contains a larval growth inhibitor) should not be used on open skin and there have been adverse skin reactions reported with Xenex Ultra Spot On which contains permethrin. The vet will advise you on preventing flystrike using Rearguard, Xenex or other treatment. The smell of the rabbit’s scent glands also attracts these flies, as does the smell of urine, so no rabbit can be considered safe and all rabbits should be checked morning and evening in the summer months when fly strike is most likely.įly strike is very dangerous and you should take the rabbit to a vet as soon as possible. The two often go together with an overweight rabbit unable to remove the over-production of soft pellets sticking to its bottom! A diet which is too rich in carbohydrate and protein and low in indigestible fibre, can lead to over-production of the sticky caecal pellets which rabbits normally ingest. Rabbits with large dewlaps (the fold of skin under the chin) or which are overweight may find it difficult to bend around and keep their rear end clean. Neuter female rabbits, as unneutered females may be more prone to flystrike. The most common cause for enteritis is a poor diet, particularly diets that are low in fiber and high in carbohydrates. Apply an insecticide spray to their hutch every few weeks during fly season (generally late spring through early fall). Check them regularly for any signs of flies or maggots. Enteritis is inflammation of the intestines, which can be deadly in rabbits if not treated properly. There are several things you can do to help prevent flystrike in your rabbits: Keep their hutch clean and free of droppings.
Kitten Checklist and Happy Kitten Booklet.Emergency treatment outside of normal hours.Pets Travel Scheme January 2021 onwards.
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