People may think because dogs and cats differ vastly biologically, that your dog could not catch ringworm from your cat, but it absolutely can! Due to the highly contagious nature of the fungal infection, it is certainly possible for your dog to catch ringworm from your cat.
Can cats give dogs ringworm?
Cats can get ringworm, too, and the fungus responsible for most cases of ringworm in dogs, Microsporum canis, is also responsible for 98 percent of ringworm in cats. Since many dog owners also have cats in the home, this means that the risk of the fungus spreading from cats to dogs and dogs to cats is relatively high.
Can I pet my cat if it has ringworm?
We recommend that you don't let children touch your cat if he or she has ringworm. When treating your cat for ringworm, wear gloves and an apron.
How do you prevent ringworm from spreading to dogs?
Wash and disinfect or throw out all pet toys and bedding. Wash sheets, blankets, sofas, and other soft furnishings if the pet sits on them. Avoid too much physical contact with the pet over the first couple of days and always wash your hands after handling or petting an infected animal.
How contagious is ringworm from a cat?
Ringworm in cats is highly contagious and is most commonly caught through contact with infected cats. It can spread rapidly in multi-pet households as it gets distributed via fungal spores on skin and hair that's been shed.
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