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What animals are most likely to get ringworm?

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Many different kinds of animals can transmit ringworm to people. Dogs and cats, especially kittens or puppies, can have ringworm that can be passed to people. Cows, goats, pigs, and horses can also pass ringworm to people. 30 апр. 2014 г.


What animal carries ringworm the most?

Ringworm is seen most often in animals with a poor or immature immune system. Young puppies or kittens must be kept in an area that is clean to reduce the risk of fungal infections. Infected animals should be treated and separated from other animals.

What animals can spread ringworm?

People can get ringworm after touching an animal that has ringworm. Many different kinds of animals can spread ringworm to people, including dogs and cats, especially kittens and puppies. Other animals, like cows, goats, pigs, and horses can also spread ringworm to people.

Do all animals carry ringworm?

Despite its name, however, ringworm is not actually a worm—it is a fungus. This fungal infection is common all over the world and infects almost all species of domestic animals, including dogs, which is why dog owners should know the symptoms, causes, and treatment options for ringworm.

Where is ringworm most common?

Ringworm most commonly affects the skin on the body (tinea corporis), the scalp (tinea capitis), the feet (tinea pedis, or athlete's foot), or the groin (tinea cruris, or jock itch).

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