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How do you know if your dog has ringworm?

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Symptoms of Ringworm in Dogs Circular areas of hair loss. Dry, brittle hair. Scabby, inflamed skin. Rough, brittle claws.


What does the beginning of ringworm look like on a dog?

In dogs, ringworm has a number of different appearances, most often areas of hair loss with a crusty covering, or (rarely) may be asymptomatic. Patches of ringworm may look like a grey, scaly patch in some dogs, but more like a red lesion in others. You may see some hair loss or patches of broken hair.

How do you get rid of ringworm on a dog?

The most common way to treat ringworm in dogs is to use a combination of topical therapy (application of creams, ointments, or shampoos) and systemic therapy (administration of anti-fungal drugs by mouth). In order for treatment to be successful, all environmental contamination must be eliminated.

Can humans get ringworm from dogs?

Somehow the idea of contracting a parasite seems far worse than catching a virus or bacteria. If worms freak you out, there is good news—ringworm is not a worm, it is a fungus. The bad news is that ringworm is highly contagious and can spread from dogs to humans.

Does ringworm go away on its own dog?

Ringworm can go away on its own, but it will take longer than treating the infection. Your dog will also be uncomfortable and contagious for a longer period of time without treatment. Untreated ringworm in dogs could potentially spread to all of their skin.

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