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How do cats get Microsporum canis?

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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.


How do animals get Microsporum canis?

The natural reservoir of Microsporum canis is in cats and dogs. The main reservoir for Microsporum canis are cats and dogs; however, it can also be transmitted to humans through direct and indirect contact with animals and fomites such as combs, brushes, hats, furniture, linens etc.

What is Microsporum canis in cats?

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.

How did my indoor cat get ringworm?

Cats get ringworm when they come into contact with the fungus that causes the infection. That fungus can live on many surfaces, including blankets, grooming tools, and towels. It also lives on an infected human or animal's skin and hair.

How do cats get fungal infections?

Soil is the primary source of most fungi and cats can acquire these infections by ingesting or inhaling them, or through the skin (through a wound or cut, for example). Your cat can also be at increased risk if they've been exposed to animals with an existing fungal infection, or come into contact with their feces.

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