Ringworm—a condition caused by a fungal infection, not a worm—can affect both humans and pets. It is zoonotic and can be transferred either from owner to pet or vice versa.
Can human fungus transfer to dogs?
A: Yes. Ringworm, a fungal infection of the skin, hair or nails, is zoonotic, which means it's a disease shared by humans, cats, dogs and other animals.
Can dogs get athlete's foot from humans?
“Rarely humans can transmit the disease to animals. An example of this might be if a person with athletes foot comes home, takes their shoes off, and scratches or rubs ol' Fido with their bare foot,” says Russell.
How did my dog get a fungal infection?
In dogs, fungal infections can occur due to contact with other animals, exposure within the environment, or as a result of the overgrowth of fungi (yeast) that are naturally present in and on your dog's own body.
What is the most common fungal infection in dogs?
Systematic fungal infections. Systematic fungal infections invade the inner systems of your dog's body, often attacking the dog's lungs, nasal passages, bones or eyes. In the US Aspergillosis, Cryptococcosis, and Blastomycosis are three of the most common systematic fungal infections seen in dogs.
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