Shampoo for skin irritations?

[brittanyc]

Hi all,

I'm wondering if anyone can give me advice on shampoo's for piggies. I currently use Aristopet Small Animal Shampoo but i'm sure there's something better out there. Now that i have George i'd like to get something that will help clear up his skin. He really needs a bath but i wanted to check with you guys first to see if there's something that will help him. I really want to make sure it wont irritate him.
Also, should i bathe him or should i let things clear up a bit? I don't want to irritate him any further.
I've also seen a few things about Malaseb, would this be too harsh?

One more question Is Ivomec only available on prescription in the UK? In Australia you don't need one and it's fairly cheap to buy.
Thanks!

 

[zarapiggie]

depends what your trying to clear up!

 

[brittanyc]

Here's the link to the pics, i'm sure it's mites. My vet rung me back with Ivomec doses last night.

http://www.theguineapigforum.co.uk/showthread.php?t=67448

 

[zarapiggie]

awww the poor little man. I swear by neem oil for mites. I leave it in the fur for a few days (completly safe) then wash off and repeat if needed. Works a treat everytime!

http://www.oginet.com/pgurney/skinp.htm

Have a look on here see if theres anything that might help him

http://www.gorgeousguineas.co.uk./