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Ringworm is just another infection that us dog owners have heard and fear, despite having ‘worm’ in its name, it is not actually a type of worm. It is a fungal infection that is common amongst animals all over the world, therefore it is important for owners to know the symptoms, causes, and what kind of treatment is available. First of all, what is ringworm?
Ringworm is a fungus that infects most animal species, including humans. It actually gets its name because of the bloated red ring that appears when a human is infected by it. The fungus grows within the top layer of skin and can also live in the hair follicles and even the nails of dogs if they are infected. Most of the time ringworm only affects certain areas of a dog’s body, but there are some cases where dogs may be more vulnerable to it. Including, puppies, older dogs, and those with underlying health conditions. Ringworm feeds on keratin, hence why it is often found around and hair follicles and sometimes nails.
How do dogs catch the ringworm infection?
Ringworm is spread by your coming into direct contact with the fungus, most commonly the…
