My rabbits have a hutch where they can go inside and outside, now where they can go inside they have black bugs with long torsos and little heads and then there is little centipeed looking beetles and they both like to burrow under the shavings. Aremy rabbits at risk or are they fine. And what should I do about the bugs!!!
(I don't have enough money to replace the cage)
Thanks... Jean
2006-07-05 12:12:23 · 10 answers · asked by jeanie 1 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
Well ,what you need to do is empty the cage and wash it with a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water. or you can use bleach.either one.then spray some Zaps It on it . it is a disinfectant and deodorizer.put fresh pine shavings back in and make sure to clean the cage once a week.your may have to put the Zaps It on the cage every time you clean them.hope this helps
2006-07-05 15:05:04 · answer #1 · answered by redneckgirl3688 2 · 9⤊ 0⤋
If the cage is outside take your water hose and spray out all the bedding and poop and any other debri. Then let the cage dry completely. That should take care of your bug problem. Be sure to clean the cage once or twice a month to keep the bugs away.
2006-07-05 19:23:37 · answer #2 · answered by shelby26789 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your rabbits have fleas. Take them to a vet where they can be treated with a flea medicine safe for rabbits. Flea medication for dogs and cats is not safe for rabbits. If the fleas stay on the rabbits, the fleas can suck the rabbits blood untill the rabbits die. I also strongly suggest keeping your rabbits inside. Rabbits that live outside have much shorter lifespans than those living indoors. Visit the House Rabbit Society website and click on basic care for tips.
2006-07-05 19:50:49 · answer #3 · answered by clmcanine 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Besides buying a wire cage that has a slide out bottom tray that will allow you to clean the cage frequently, there is no alternative but weekly cleaning. It is best to put dry grass/hay over newspaper then grab the entire mess and put it in the garbage can.
Part of the responsibility of pet ownership is care for your animal. Feed, clean and love your pet and you both will be happy.
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2006-07-05 19:29:25 · answer #4 · answered by Kamikazeâ?ºKid 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've heard that cleaning the cage out entirely and wash it. Use hardwood shavings, like aspen, instead of softwoods and cedar.
Apparently, while bugs don't like something in cedar shavings, it may not be good for your pets.
2006-07-05 19:26:11 · answer #5 · answered by Plasmapuppy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
take the cage where it is
put the cage in the house not outside
there r alot of bugs outside
not alot inside
2006-07-05 19:16:03 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
clean out cage totally then clean with bleach do this once a week to keep it mostly buggy Free. leaving bedding in to long can cause more probs than bugs. the ammonia from urine can make them sick.
2006-07-05 19:18:02 · answer #7 · answered by Britness 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
your best bet is to take all the shavings out and replace them with cedar shaving it naturally repels bugs
2006-07-05 19:16:30 · answer #8 · answered by Amy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This lady told me to bleach my hamster's cage because she has mites.
2006-07-05 19:18:33 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Eat them!
2006-07-05 19:21:08 · answer #10 · answered by mnkyseamnkydue 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋