In cats, one species of dermatophyte, called Microsporum canis, is responsible for almost all ringworm infections. This species is also infectious to dogs and humans. Occasionally ringworm infections in cats may be caused by species such as Trichophyton mentagrophytes.
Can cats get Toxocara canis?
HOW INFECTION OCCURS: In cats, there are three ways by which infection with Toxocara canis occurs: Consuming infective worm eggs from soil in the environment (generally through normal grooming). Nursing from an infected mother cat that was herself infected in late pregnancy (most kittens are infected this way).
How do cats get Microsporum canis?
They are transmitted through contact with sick cats or healthy carriers, but also on dust particles, brushes, clothes and other fomites. Disease signs: Circular alopecia, desquamation and sometimes an erythematous margin around central healing ('ringworm') are typical.
Are cats Canis?
Results: The feline population at the study shelter had a prevalence of M canis of 1.8% (95% confidence interval [CI] 1.6-2.0%).
How can I tell if my cat has ringworm?
The clearest and most common clinical signs of feline ringworm include the following: circular areas of hair loss, broken and stubbly hair, scaling or crusty skin, alterations in hair or skin color, inflamed areas of skin, excessive grooming and scratching, infected claws or nail beds, and dandruff.
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