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Should I quarantine my dog with ringworm?

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If your veterinarian diagnoses your dog's skin issue as ringworm, you should try to isolate your dog from other animals -- and people -- in your home. This fungal infection, which isn't a worm, is quite contagious.


How long are dogs contagious with ringworm?

Infected pets remain contagious for about three weeks if aggressive treatment is used. The ringworm infection will last longer and remain contagious for an extended period of time if only minimal measures are taken or if you are not faithful with the prescribed approach.

Can I pet my dog if he has ringworm?

Dogs with ringworm are contagious to humans. If your dog has been diagnosed, or if you suspect they may have ringworm, do not handle them and then directly touch your skin.

Is ringworm contagious in dogs if being treated?

Ringworm is highly contagious. The fungus can live on the skin, surfaces, soil, and other items such as clothing, brushes, towels, and bedding. If your pet is infected with ringworm, they remain contagious until they are treated or their immune system clears the infection.

How do I clean my house of ringworm on my dog?

To kill ringworm spores, clean and disinfect solid surfaces. Launder bedding and other fabric, small area rugs and soft articles. Vacuum upholstered furniture and drapes, and discard the vacuum cleaner bag. Press duct tape to furniture to remove any hair the vacuum missed.

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