Symptoms of Ringworm in Dogs Circular areas of hair loss. Dry, brittle hair. Scabby, inflamed skin. Rough, brittle claws.
What can be mistaken for ringworm in dogs?
Bacterial skin infection (pyoderma), skin yeast infections, and allergies are some other more common problems that affect dogs and may look similar to ringworm to the untrained eye. If your pet is diagnosed with ringworm, there are a variety of good treatments available.
Will ringworm in dogs resolve itself?
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.
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