Ear mites are spread mostly by direct contact with another animal that has ear mites (they are commonly seen in outdoor cats). (thesprucepets.com)
Many activities involve direct contact with the animals but there are many opportunities that also provide supportive and administrative functions. (cityofrochester.gov)
Even if your rabbit never comes into direct contact with animals from the wild, it can still become infected with this disease. (brittonroadveterinaryclinic.com)