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ear lice/mites

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Question
how can i tell if my gp have ear lice/mites.
there is no scatching,hair loss,sores etc...
my friend showed me some white dots behind the ear but not in that i can see. she said if you cant scratch them out/off easily than they are mites/lice.
            thank you for any help

Answer
Hi Andrea,

I apologise for taking so long to reply. My mother is in hospital and I have been ill myself, so I have been unable to get on the computer long enough to check emails.

There is an excellent lice and mites guide at Guinea Lynx - www.guinealynx.info/lice.htm and www.guinealynx.info/mites.htm

If you copy these addresses into your browser address bar you will find all the information you might want to know there.

From personal experience with my own piggies, the white dandruff on the ears could be a sign of mange. The best thing to do if you are usnure if to check with your vet.

Best Wishes,

- Laura