How to Treat Ringworm in Dogs and Cats
Ringworm is a common infection in both dogs and cats, but how can it be treated effectively? Understanding this infection and its treatment options is the best way to keep your pet free of ringworm.What Is Ringworm?Though its name conjures up thoughts of long, wriggly parasites, ringworm actually has nothing to do with worms. Ringworm is a fungal infection of the skin and fur, caused by dermatophytes and scientifically known as dermatophytosis. A ringworm infection is unsightly but generally harmless, though a bad case can become uncomfortable for a pet.More than 40 types of fungus can cause ringworm, and this infection is highly contagious. Many other pets, including rabbits and other rodents, as well as horses and livestock, can catch...