The response of individual dogs to treatment varies and if therapy is stopped too soon, the disease may recur. Usually treatment lasts for a minimum of six weeks, and in some cases much longer therapy is required.
How do you know when ringworm is healing in dogs?
Recovery of Ringworm in Dogs Don't be surprised if you see areas of hair loss continue to get bigger after treatment has started. This is normal. The patches will begin to get smaller in size after two weeks, and the hair should start to grow back. If you are not seeing improvement, let the veterinarian know.
Does ringworm in dogs go away on its own?
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.
How long do you quarantine a dog with ringworm?
Keep older people, young children, and anyone with skin problems or a weakened immune system away from your dog as long as it has ringworm. While it may be difficult to keep your pet quarantined for the six weeks or longer it takes to cure ringworm, it will be simpler than fighting ringworm repeatedly.
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