Small Pet Itching & Skin Comfort — Calm, Clean, Low-Dust

Help rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, rats, mice and chinchillas feel comfortable again with gentle, species-aware care. Curated by Canine & Co for South African homes, this collection focuses on low-dust bedding, unscented cleaners, soothing grooming aids and habitat tweaks that reduce common itch triggers like dust, dryness and mild irritation.

What you’ll find

• Low-dust bedding & litter: Paper and aspen options to cut airborne particles.
• Unscented habitat care: Pet-safe enzymatic cleaners and deodorisers (no heavy perfumes).
• Soothing wipes & sprays: Mild, small-pet-safe options for localised clean-ups.
• Grooming tools: Soft brushes, de-shedding aids and round-tip scissors for tidy fringe trims.
• Bath supplies (where suitable): Dust baths for chinchillas/hamsters; waterless cleansers for spot-cleaning.
• Diet & supports: High-fibre hay (herbivores), species-specific pellets and Vitamin-C options for guinea pigs.
• Loo zone helpers: Paper/plant-based pellets, high-back trays and scatter-catching mats to keep skin dry and clean.

Pick by pet

• Rabbits & Guinea Pigs: Switch to paper/aspen bedding; keep toilet corners dry; provide unlimited grass hay. Avoid aromatic softwoods and perfumed products.
• Hamsters: Deep low-dust paper bedding; offer a sand bath (species-safe, unscented). Spot-clean oily areas—avoid full water baths.
• Rats & Mice: Paper bedding with frequent spot-cleans; improve ventilation without drafts; provide soft hammocks and multiple hides.
• Chinchillas: Regular dust baths (10–15 min) in a well-ventilated space. If eyes/skin look irritated, pause baths briefly and resume when settled.

Home tweaks that help

• Go fragrance-free: Choose unscented cleaners, litter and laundry detergents around habitats.
• Control dust: Shake bedding outdoors; store hay/pellets sealed; place hay in racks off the floor.
• Dry & clean: Keep loo areas dry with absorbent pellets and a high-back tray to prevent urine scald.
• Calm environment: Bright, airy room; no aerosols, smoke or essential oils; stable temperature (no direct sun/heaters).

Simple care routine

• Daily: Spot-clean soiled bedding; refresh water; check skin, feet and undercarriage for dampness or redness.
• Weekly: Deep-clean with pet-safe, unscented cleaner; rinse and air-dry fully before refilling.
• Groom: Soft-brush short sessions; trim long fringe around eyes with round-tip scissors.
• Diet: Hay first for herbivores; species-specific pellets; Vitamin-C for guinea pigs; introduce any new items slowly.

Safety notes

• No human or dog/cat meds unless prescribed by an exotics vet.
• Avoid clumping clay litters, aromatic softwoods and heavily perfumed products.
• No routine water baths for rabbits, guinea pigs or chinchillas—use spot-cleaning or dust baths where appropriate.
• Patch-test new wipes/topicals on a small area; discontinue if redness appears.

When to see an exotics vet

• Persistent scratching, hair loss, scabs, dandruff or thickened skin.
• Porphyrin staining (rats/mice) that continues after cleaning, or noisy breathing.
• Open sores, wet chin/drool, appetite/weight changes or lethargy.

Use filters to choose by species, bedding/litter type and format. Order online for fast delivery anywhere in South Africa— and build a gentle, low-dust routine that helps small pets feel comfortable in their own skin.