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It is definitely possible. Ringworm is one of the parasites that do not discriminate against animal or person.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 12y agoDogs can get ringworm from other dogs and cats and their main enemies people
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∙ 12y agoYes definitely and vice versa - children and pregnant women are more likely to get infected by animals
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∙ 11y agoRingworm is infectious to most creatures with skin.
It is not actually a "Worm" at all. It is a fungal infection that is quite closely related to Athlete's Foot and Jock Itch.
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∙ 14y agoyes
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∙ 14y agoyes they do
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Do all dogs carry the ringworm virus?
no
Can dogs carry the ringworm fungus in their mouths?
It is possible but not likely to happen
Why is it true that if you have a goat on a farm you will never have ringworm?
This is a fallacy. Goats can get ringworm (dermatophytosis) but it is uncommon and acquired from other animals - cattle, rodents, dogs or cats.
Can dogs get ring worms?
Yes, dogs can be infected by the fungus that causes ringworm. If a dog has skin issues, you should have him examined by a veterinarian to determine if it is ringworm or some other issue so that you can start an appropriate treatment.
After treatment has been started for ringworm on dogs is the ringworm still infectious?
"Ringworm" is a fungus infection; it is not a worm. The type of fungus infection on the dog, may or may not be contagious to people. Odds are that it is contagious to people until it is 'cured'.
What are the most common ringworm symptoms for dogs?
The most common symptom for ringworm in dogs, is a spreading circle of hair loss, with scabbed skin in the center, surrounded by a characteristic red ring. This often becomes infected, causing the dog to bite, scratch, or lick at the affected area.
Does dogs spit kill ringworm?
i got no idea You 'got no idea'. You are kidding right? I asked my 12 year old daughter, who answered that the "proposition [was] ludicrous". My 9 week old Standard poodle was just yesterday diagnosed with ringworm, and the therapy was the anti parasitic medication, fenbendazole, not dog spit. Again, my 12 year old on the subject "If dog spit were able able to kill ringworm, how could ringworm live and thrive in the dogs bowel?" QED
What happens with a ringworm in dogs?
Ringworm is a fungus and can be found in pepole as well as pets, however it can be especially difficult in dogs. When the dog contracts this fungus a small area of the skin will be void of hair and a small lesion will form and have a crusty area in the centre. It will start small and spread over the surface of the skin.
What Types of worms found in dogs pop?
ringworm, tapeworm among others depends on food source insect infestation etc
Do dogs carry ringworm?
Yes, they can have ringworms and other skin problems. Ringworms are diagnosed by examining skin scrapings, laboratory cultures, and blood tests to identify antibodies. Treatments include antifungal shampoos and rinses in conjunction with topical and systemic antifungal drugs.
Can you get ringworm from someone who has chickenpox?
Chickenpox and ringworm are caused by completely different microbes. You can only get ringworm from someone with chickenpox if they also have ringworm.
Can children get ringworm?
Yes children can get ringworm.
