White Flakes

Question
When I brushed my rabbit the other day and when I combed her neck I noticed white flakes around her neck would this be something like dandruff?

Answer
Dear Carri,

Your bunny probably has a mild case of fur mites.  These can easily and effectively be treated with Revolution (selamectin) from your vet.  DO NOT USE ANY OTHER PRODUCT.  Ivermectin does not work well on fur mites (Cheyletiella sp.), and other products such as Frontline may be lethal to rabbits.

You can read more about skin/fur problems in bunnies, and their treatments, here:

www.bio.miami.edu/hare/furloss.html

Hope that helps!

Dana