Ringworm does not only affect humans; it can occur in pets, too, such as in dogs cats, rabbits, rodents, and other mammals. It is caused by a fungus that mainly affects the skin. What’s important about ringworm is that it is zoonotic, meaning the infection can spread from pets to humans. Thus, when a pet is infected, there is a possibility that other members of the household, pets and humans alike, can develop ringworm. There are many species of ringworm. Some can be spread by being in direct contact with the infected animal or person or by contact with the contaminated bedding, furniture, grooming tools or other household objects. Rodents from the wild may also bring ringworm into homes. In most cases of ringworm in pets, it is the young that are commonly affected because their immune systems are still developing.
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