How do I get rid of mites on my ferret?

Topical cat medications (Ivermectin™ and Revolution™) may help, but these medications should ONLY be used under the guidance of a veterinarian familiar with ferrets. Also it’s very important to clean and treat the environment (including the cage and bedding), especially where the animal resides and visits.

How do I know if my ferret has mites?

Signs of a mite infection will alter depending on the mite in question, but there are some signs that might point to mites as a potential problem:

Red pustules and crusting.
Excessive grooming of any area.
Patches of hair loss.
Head shaking.
Excessive ear wax/dry build up.

What kind of mites do ferrets get?

Ferrets can get infested particularly with two types of mites, Sarcoptes scabei and Otodectes cynotis.

Why is my ferret scratching his ears so much?

This is because the barbed hind limbs they use to gain traction in the ear canal cause a great deal of irritation, which provokes scratching from the ferret as well as an involuntary allergy-like reaction in the ear itself.

Can humans get ferret ear mites?

These mites usually live on the skin of dogs and foxes although they can be transmitted to humans, and to other pets such as ferrets, if there is close enough contact.

Why is my ferret biting herself?

Why does my ferret bite himself? Ferrets tend to have itchy skin. “If your ferret bites himself, he is probably just grooming himself to relieve the itch,” Spirito said. He could have a skin lesion or fleas and need some medical care.

Can you put Neosporin on ferret?

Ferret rectal thermometer or ear thermometer – the normal ferret temperature is 102 degrees. Q-tips – to clean ears and wounds, and to apply medicines. Neosporin – for use on minor wounds. Styptic Powder or Gel – to stop bleeding, usually due to clipping a toenail too short.

Why does my ferret keep biting himself?

Owners will often notice their ferret scratching and biting itself in response to this near-constant itching. As the flea population on the ferret grows and the infestation worsens, the amount of irritation felt by the animal will increase, causing it to scratch and bite itself constantly in order to get some relief.