Signs of Ringworm in Dogs and Cats Dandruff-like scaling in the depths of the coat. Red lesions on the head, chest, forelegs and the ridge of the back. Scaling, crusting, thickening and reddening of the skin. Circular patches of hair loss (alopecia) on the head, tail or the ridge of the dog or cat's back.
How do I check my dog for ringworm?
Your vet will diagnose your dog with ringworm by performing a diagnostic test, as well as a physical exam. He will probably take a sample of hair or skin cells for a fungal culture or examine infected hairs under a special ultraviolet light called a Wood's lamp.
What does ringworm in pets look like?
Ringworm can show in a variety of ways in dogs, most commonly as patches of hair loss with a crusty coating, or (rarely) as asymptomatic. Ringworm patches in some dogs resemble a grey, scaly patch, while in others they resemble a scarlet lesion.
How do pets get ringworm?
The infection tends to spread through direct contact with the fungus. For example, when your furry friend comes into direct contact with a person or animal infected with ringworms. It can also happen when your dog touches a contaminated surface or object such as a carpet, couch, bedding, food bowl, or comb.
What does ringworm look like on dogs?
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.
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