My Puppy might have ringworm!

[budafett]

Hey Guys,

Anyone's dog here have ringworm? Was it expensive treatment? Any suggestions?

 

[The Craw]

well ringworm isn't really a worm, its a fungal infection like athletes foot. you'll have to bathe your dog a lot with special cleaners. the problem is it may come back cuz the spores are probably around your house.

here's some info:

https://www.dogchatforum.com/ringworm-in-dogs.htm

 

[Chapter 2099]

It's a dermatophyte, similar to a fungus. Treatment isn't too expensive, but it will depend on how long it takes to resolve clinical symptoms. Treatment basically consists of some oral medications and medicated baths. It is contagious across species, meaning you and your other pets can get it *IF* it is indeed ringworm. Other infections can mimic ringworm, so your best bet is to visit your local veterinarian for diagnostic testing.

 

[The Ween]

It might not be ringworm, but an allergic reaction to his food. My dog had that. It looks like ringworm. Make sure his food has NO corn and wheat isn't a good idea either.

It's not an expensive treatment. Just some antibiotics. Wash him in antifungal shampoo.

If you have a blacklight, shine it on him because if it glows, he definately has it. This doesn't work all the time though.

 

[budafett]

Thanks guys! We're going to the Vet tomorrow so we'll find out what's wrong tomorrow. Does the infection hurt or bother the dog?

 

[The Craw]

probably itchy.

 

[Chapter 2099]

Thanks guys! We're going to the Vet tomorrow so we'll find out what's wrong tomorrow. Does the infection hurt or bother the dog?

Pruritus (ie "itchiness") is variable, so basically it can be uncomfortable. If left untreated, patients can develop "draining tracts." (Basically, a nasty skin infection.)

 

[budafett]

Thanks! He hasn't itched it or even noticed it! Treatment will start tomorrow after the Vet! He's my 1st dog so naturally I may be a bit over protective!

 

[Chapter 2099]

Thanks! He hasn't itched it or even noticed it! Treatment will start tomorrow after the Vet! He's my 1st dog so naturally I may be a bit over protective!

I definitely understand! Keep us updated.

 

[budafett]

 

[Chapter 2099]

^^^^ That is cute!!!!

How old?

 

[budafett]

He's a little over a year old!

 

[budafett]

Just got back from the Vets and we got good news! It wasn't ringworm but an insect bite and a small skin infection! He'll be on anti-botics for a few days but he'll be better soon!

 

[The Ween]

Just got back from the Vets and we got good news! It wasn't ringworm but an insect bite and a small skin infection! He'll be on anti-botics for a few days but he'll be better soon!

Glad to hear!

 

[BadMoon]

You should put it down. That stuffs expensive!

 

[-Super Hans-]

You should put it down. That stuffs expensive!

 

[King Darkness]

Weird, my ringworm has a puppy.

 

[The Craw]

my tapeworm is enjoying a Double Down.



glad to hear the puppy is alright, rnbuda.

 

[budafett]

Thanks Guys! He's perfectly fine and healthy!

 

[BadMoon]

Thanks Guys! He's perfectly fine and healthy!