2006-11-10 04:50:27 · 3 answers · asked by Jacob S 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
oily substances kill mites and fleas. Mayonaise would work. Rub it into his coat once a day for two weeks. The reason it takes so long, is that it doesn't kill the eggs. But it killes the mites as they hatch. They drown.
2006-11-10 04:56:16 · answer #1 · answered by Handy man 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Skin or ear mites? DO NOT use products that are for dogs & cats. First, it won't work. Mites are species specific, as are lice, so you can't get the mites from the hamster. Second, the strength of dog & cat products can KILL the little one.
Make sure you change all the cage items, litter, bedding, toys, etc. Clean the cage with 10% bleach solution. Rinse completely.
If they are ear mites, you can use a drop of baby oil to smother the mites. Usually within 24 hrs they are dead. Wipe the oil away with a tissue.
If it's skin mites, you need to get advice from a vet. Skin mites are usually a sign of more serious problems.. usually unclean conditions. Good Luck.
2006-11-10 12:56:19 · answer #2 · answered by Sekkie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
buy a new hamster please
2006-11-10 12:58:47 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋