Dermatomycosis, also known as ringworm, is caused by dermatophytes (Microsporum and Trichophyton) invading the skin coat and claws and becoming parasitic or saprophytic in the epidermis, cutin, and keratin tissue of the coat and claws. a fungal infectious disease. Clinically, it is characterized by the appearance of clearly demarcated round patches of hair loss, exudation, scabs and other lesions on the skin.

The first step is to treat the affected area

First clean the area where the fungus occurs and cut off the hair. This will allow the medicine to penetrate into the skin more directly and prevent the fungus from spreading. Then apply the medicine to a slightly larger area than the lesion, which can prevent the spread and inhibit a small amount of fungi that may have spread to the surrounding area.

The second step is to take medicine with caution

Griseofulvin should be used with caution, especially in puppies under one year old, because all fungicidal oral drugs are very harmful to the liver and will cause liver dysfunction in dogs in the future, leaving the root of the disease.

The third step is to soak in the sunshine

Ultraviolet rays in the sun can kill mold, but be careful not to expose your dog to the sun for a long time, as this can easily cause heat stroke and sunburn. If there is a window sill at home that can receive sunlight for a period of time every day, arrange a resting place for the dog there.

Step 4: Take regular baths

Dogs infected with fungus are best to use special shampoo for a long time, and it is recommended to use it once every 1 to 3 days. Or use sulfur soap. Because fungi can be transmitted to humans, please be careful about disinfection. It is recommended to use bleach (the problem of fading should be considered when using bleach). Dog bathing utensils should also be disinfected frequently.

The fifth step is to check in time

Pay attention to promptly detect new fungi growing in other parts of the dog's body. The method is to apply the medicine to the dog every day, follow the fur, and touch the dog's skin from head to tail carefully with both hands. If your hands touch a hard little pimple, open the fur and have a look. , you can find a small piece of scab and a small amount of skin flakes next to it, which is the newly grown fungus. These areas should be trimmed and applied with medicine immediately according to the above method.

The sixth step of self-prevention

In fact, as long as you pay attention to hygiene and cleanliness, your dog can get itAfter the fungus, as long as the owner is careful not to come in close contact, there is nothing to worry about. Of course, if a dog at home gets fungal disease, the owner can take oral multivitamins to prevent it.

Dog dermatophytes are relatively stubborn. Owners must be patient and confident, and don’t be anxious. As the saying goes, “Haste makes waste!” Fungi and mites generally cause mixed infections. It is recommended that you take your dog for a skin examination and then treat it accordingly.