The most common sites affected by ringworm are the face, ear tips, tail, and feet. Ringworm is diagnosed by fungal culture, examination with an ultraviolet lamp, and direct microscopic examination of hair or skin scale. Fungal culture of hairs and scrapings from the affected areas is the most accurate method.
Where do dogs usually get ringworm?
Ringworm in dogs spreads through direct contact with the fungus. This can happen when a dog comes in direct contact with an infected animal or person or touches a contaminated object like a couch, comb, food bowls, bedding, or carpet.
How do I tell if my dog has ringworm?
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.
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 common is ringworm in dogs?
The good news is that the occurrence of ringworm is relatively uncommon in healthy dogs. Even if a dog has been exposed, it does not mean that he will develop the disease. Dermatophytes invade keratinized structures found on skin, hair, and nails.
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