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

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parasites that burrow under guinea pigs’ skin and cause the extremely painful condition known as sarcoptic mange. It has taken us a lot of digging around but the concentration is still the old low 'prevention' dose and frequency which will only lead to encouraging resistancy but will definitely not do anything to get on top of the lice - whatever it says on the label! Lice 'n' Easy Shampoo can help guineas with external parasites to feel more comfortable as they may cause irritation if left untreated.

or by courier - and we have range of couriers available, so please just let us know if you have a preference. If your guinea pig has been diagnosed with mites or lice, you should remove all of the bedding in their cage. For more tips from our Veterinary co-author, like how to identify an infestation of mites or lice, keep reading! Trixacarus caviae mites are parasites that burrow under guinea pigs’ skin and cause the extremely painful condition known as sarcoptic mange. You need to use a mite shampoo once a week for 3 weeks and clean everything in the cage - scrub houses, floors, walls, wash fleeces on a hot wash etc.Steroids, body-wraps (to prevent self-mutilation), and lots of love were required to pull these two guinea pigs through. Itchy and Scratchy (pictured above) arrived at Orange County Cavy Haven in excruciating pain with severe mites. He treated for fungus and yeast infections, sent off cultures, did a skin biopsy, and felt he was exploring every possibility. External parasites are difficult to control with conventional preparations that are administered orally or by injection.

This drug must be administered in the correct dose to avoid serious adverse reactions and possible death. Use in conjunction with environmental treatment and ensure all bedding and accommodation is fully cleaned too. Weekend deliveries will generally be shipped by DPD, and if your preferred courier option has already departed for the day, we'll use the next available courier to prevent delay, unless you expressly ask us not to use an alternative.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. Whichever of these your guinea pig has, it’s important that you don’t try to treat it using anti-flea medication, as lots of flea treatments contain ingredients that are poisonous to guinea pigs. However, Trixacarus caviae mites are contagious to people, so if someone in your family is sensitive to mites, he or she may develop a mild and likely temporary dermatitis (skin infection) from coming in contact with an infected guinea pig.

Often a vet will administer ivermectin in the presence only of itching and hair loss, treating for other conditions such as fungal infections in the absence of improvement. Ivermectin appears to be safe used on pregnant guinea pigs but is best not used on guinea pigs under 12 ounces (approx. Occasionally a vet will completely misdiagnose a mite infestation and treat for ringworm or other illness if the mite is not visible under the microscope at the time. Your veterinarian may also recommend topical flea powders, premise sprays, or even professional pest exterminators.The main difference between these two is that static mites live in your guinea pig’s hair, while the sarcoptic mite burrows under its skin. For bathing your Dog or Horse: Stand your pet in a large container or tub or outdoors grooming area. In a healthy animal, the mite may be dormant for months or years, becoming a problem in a pregnant guinea pigs or one subject to illness or stress.