Dog Ringworm
Following an exposure to the dog ringworm fungus, lesions on the skin will show in about 10-12 days. Dog Ringworm may cause various lesions on the skin and these are not always in the shape of a ring.
Dog Ringworm can look very similar to a number of other skin conditions including mange and allergic conditions, so if in doubt it is important to take your pet to a vet in order to be sure of the diagnosis.
The ringworm fungi live in hair follicles and cause the hair shafts to break off at the skin line. This results in round patches of hair loss.
Your vet may look for the fluorescence of infected hairs under a special light, but this will only diagnose 2 of the 4 species of ringworm fungi.
A culture of the hair for the dog ringworm fungus is the most accurate, but it may take up to 2-3 weeks for the culture to become positive.
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How Contagious Is Dog Ringworm?
Ringworm exposure can be either by direct contact between infected and non-infected dogs, cats, or people; or by the infected environment. The dog ringworm fungal spores may live in bedding or carpet for several months.All 4 ringworm fungal species can be contagious to dogs, cats, and people.
Ringworm in dogs remains contagious for about three weeks if aggressive treatment is used. Contagion will last longer if only minimal measures are taken
You should minimize exposure to the dog with ringworm from other dogs or cats and your family members.
A 'carrier' status can exist in dogs, cats, or people because the ringworm treatment was not long enough, or aggressive enough; or because there is some underlying disease compromising the immune system.
How Do Vets Treat Dog Ringworm?
What are the side effects of ringworm pet meds?
Common conventional Vet practice for dog ringworm is to prescribe Griseofulvin daily for a minimum of 30 days, or the antifungal antibiotic Fluconazole 1x weekly for 3 to 4 weeks.Griseofulvin side effects include: upset stomach, vomiting, diarrhea or loose stools, thirst, fatigue, dizziness, thrush/yeast infection in the mouth, and confusion. An allergic reaction to Griseofulvin may occur with side effects of difficulty breathing, swelling tongue, a closing of the throat, and swelling face. Griseofulvin causes liver damage. Griseofulvin makes the skin sensitive to sunlight. Griseofulvin cannot be used in conjunction with Phenobarbital, anticoagulants, or vitamins. Adding 50 IU of vitamin E per day was reported to increase blood levels, so blood levels must be monitored. Griseofulvin is not well absorbed unless it is given with a fatty meal. The usual instructions are to give the tablets with a small amount of high-fat food, such as a rich canned dog food, fat from meat trimmings, or some cream. Some dogs cannot tolerate even a small fatty meal. So be sure to let your veterinarian know if fat consumption has caused a problem for your dog.
Side effects of Fluconazole are: upset stomach, vomiting, diarrhea, kidney damage, and liver damage.
More Dog Ringworm Medicines and Their Side Effects
Common conventional Vet practice for dog ringworm is to also prescribe an antibiotic topical antifungal medication, and to apply it for 10 days, plus use an antifungal shampoo 3 times.The active ingredients in antifungal shampoo and topical antifungal drugs include:
Miconazole (micatin, monistat), with the side effects of: Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, or tongue). If Micatin Cream is swallowed, contact a doctor or poison control center immediately.
Clotrimazole (mycelex, lotrimin), with the side effects of: blistering, burning, hives, irritated skin, itching, peeling, reddened skin, stinging, swelling due to fluid retention.
Econazole (spectazole), with the side effects of: severe blistering, itching, redness, peeling, dryness, swelling, or irritation of the skin. Avoid getting Econazole in eyes, nose, or mouth.
Oxiconazole (oxistat), with the side effects of: burning; itching, blistering, crusting, dryness, or flaking of skin; scaling, severe redness, soreness, or welling of skin; burning, itching, and pain in hairy areas; pus at root of hair; pain; skin rash, tingling, stinging.
Ciclopirox (loprox), with side effects of: burning, and itching at the application site. Avoid contact with the eyes, inside of nose, or mouth. Other side effects are blistering, oozing, swelling, and Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing, swelling of the mouth, face, or tongue).
Ketoconazole (nizoral), with side effects of: loss of appetite, possibly severe in some dogs; a lightening or greying of the haircoat color, vomiting, diarrhea, elevated liver enzymes, gastrointestinal difficulties, liver damage and toxicity, and a reduced fertility of males.
And Terbinafine (mentax, butenafine, lamisil), with the side effects of: itching, rash, swelling, or redness, tinging, burning, or redness where medicine is put on, and for shampoo with this, either dry or oily hair. Must avoid contact with the eyes, inside nose or mouth.
2 More Ways Dog Ringworm Is Treated
shaving the remaining hair from the dog, and using a Lime Sulfur Dip.
Lime Sulfur Dip: is irritation to mucus membranes, meaning the pets should not groom themselves while they're wet. The sulfur ingredient smells like rotten eggs. The Lime Sulfur Dip is strong enough to stain jewelry and clothing, plus it will turn a white colored fur yellow.
Veterinarians state that the above treatments will not produce immediate results; and the areas of hair loss will get larger before they begin to get smaller. Within 1-2 weeks, the hair loss should stop, there should be no new areas of hair loss, and the crusty appearance of the skin should subside and the skin look more normal. If these results do not occur within two weeks, they will either put your dog on another drug, or start the same procedure again.
An Effective, Healthier Ringworm Herbal Medicine With NO Side Effects
Alternative Pet Medicine
Ring-Ex contains a blend of natural, herbal ingredients in a medicinal olive oil base, all specially selected to treat dog ringworm infections.Ring-Ex will also help to prevent the spreading of ringworm to other areas of the body and reduces the chances of ringworm recurring after having cleared up.
Ring-Ex will reduce the pain, itching and discomfort of ringworm in dogs, plus it will reduce inflammation of your dog's skin. Ring-Ex will also improve the condition of the skin and coat affected by ringworm. You can safely use Ring-Ex to treat and prevent all types of fungal skin infections, and Ring-Ex can also be used for cats with ringworm.
Skin lesions will begin to improve within several days of using Ring-Ex regularly.
Extended use over several weeks will completely heal the dog ringworm infection as well as prevent recurrence.
Ring-Ex for Ringworm Customer Testimonial
"Within weeks of getting a new puppy in our house, all three dogs had scaly, itchy patches on their skin where their fur was beginning to fall out. Our vet diagnosed this as ringworm but I was not keen on the harsh, synthetic antifungal medications he suggested, especially as my dogs have been licking and biting at their skin so much recently I did not want them to ingest these chemicals. I opted for your natural product Ring-Ex rather, and that has sorted out the problem. I'm very relieved because we also have two young children and I did not want them to contract this infection as well. Thank you for your wonderful range of natural products." Joyce P. 
There are so many different dog health problems that can be helped with much safer natural pet medicines! I have not created a web page for each health problem, although a bit farther below you'll see links to pages I have created.
I'd like to offer you a 'fast track' of direct links to give you an idea of the varied pet health problems that natural herbal medicines can safely treat:
Aggression...............Allergies...............Anal Glands...............Anxiety
Arthritis...............Asthma
Bad Breath.........................Behavioral Problems
Cancer...............Constipation...............Cushings Disease
Diabetes.........................Diarrhea.........................Digestion Problems
Distemper.........................Disinfectant
Ear Problems.........................Eye Infections
Gas-Flatulence...............Gums-Gingivitis
Heartworms...............Hyperactive
Immune System & Liver Support...............Incontinence
Kennel Cough.........................Lyme Disease
Mange.........................Mange Shampoo.........................Motion Sickness
Pain Relief...............Parvo
Respiratory Infection.........................Ringworm
Sinus Problems...............Seizures-Epilepsy...............Separation Anxiety
Travel Sickness-Calm.........................Urinary Tract Infections
Weight Control.........................Worms.........................Wounds
You Can Feel Safe And Assured With My Natural Pet Meds Suggestions!
The links below will lead you to the different dog health problem pages that I've created. They all promote a companies' products that:
1. Are manufactured according to the highest pharmaceutical standards - using only the best quality raw ingredients from nature's medicine chest.
2. This company and their suppliers are registered with the FDA as accredited suppliers and manufacturers of health supplements. Their natural products are sold all over the world and are manufactured to strict international standards in a GMP accredited manufacturing plant.
3. All of their natural remedies are manufactured in an FDA registered pharmaceutical facility under close supervision. This includes formulation, acquiring and testing of raw ingredients as well as final manufacturing. This gives me the confidence to say that when you are buying one of these products, you are buying the safest and the best!
4. Manufacturing is done strictly according to the principles of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) and all raw ingredients undergo stringent testing before being approved by their registered manufacturing pharmacists.
5. They offer a free email 'Ask Our Experts' service run by trained consultants ready to advise you on the best choice for your health and your pet's health.
6. They have an Unconditional One Year Money Back Guarantee.
7. Being a partner with this company has given me the opportunity to phone the owners and staff. They literally try to 'bend over backwards' to answer any questions, even when the question was about a products' ingredients. This question was before they had changed their website, and list their policies in detail. The answer I received (about product ingredients) assured me they are completely trustworthy: absolutely nothing is approved for their natural medicines without going through many strict regulations and tests.
Links To My Specific Dog Health Pages
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Dog Medicine Side Effects
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Prepare to be shocked! The dog medicines prescribed for your best friend hold many 'shushed-up' side effects. Find the most prescribed pet meds and their side effects - which are often harmful and fatal - on the detailed listing below. Just to name...
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Dog Arthritis
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The most common of dog arthritis treatments are what is called Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS), like Aleve and Aspirin. The most prescribed pet medicine for dog arthritis is Rimadyl. You will see below the harmful and dangerous side eff...
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Dog Seizures
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Dog seizures have a number of causes and not all of them are true Canine Epilepsy. Below you'll find the most common pet medicines prescribed for dog seizures and their side effects, plus a much better pet medicine with natural ingredients & no side...
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Dog Allergy
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Dog Allergies, find the many different types of dog allergies - the signs of a dog allergy - and what you can do about them here! All of the dog medicines for dog allergies (like Benadryl) and their harmful side effects are listed here. You can also...
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Dog Worms
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Dog worms: you'll find information about the most commonly used pet meds here for dog worms such as Heartworms, Tapeworms, Roundworms, Hookworms, and Whipworms; and all their harmful side effects! What? You didn't know that the wonderful, most popula...
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Dog Diarrhea and Dog Constipation
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Dog diarrhea is not a disease; rather, it is a symptom of many different diseases. How serious is dog diarrhea? Dog diarrhea is a very serious symptom if it is accompanied with vomiting, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, high fever, lethargy, and a b...
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Ear Mites
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Dog Ear Mites - Cat Ear Mites - Get Rid Of Them Here! Ear Mites information and Ear Mites facts; plus how to kill Ear Mites; because my owner (btw, I'm Sissy, on the left), says the only information on the internet, (which isn't much), is from people...
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Aggressive Dogs
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Aggressive Dogs - find the reasons and causes of aggressive behavior in dogs, plus the most common dog medicines used for an aggressive dog and their harmful side effects. Pet medicine alternatives - natural medicines - for prevention and management...
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Dog Health
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On this page you will find dog health care to include dog first aid instructions, dog cpr, dog vitamin information, and a dog health care guide for dog health problems. There's also links to more specific dog health care problems, like Dog Seizures,...
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Flea Control
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I know how miserable fleas can make a dog. You probably love your doggies just as much as I'm loved, so if they've got fleas, make them happy, healthy, and learn about flea control here. My name is Mocha Mo, and I gotta tell you that I really had a...
More Dog Resources For You
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Dog Kong Toys
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Dog Kong Toys are widely used for therapy and prevention of boredom, separation anxiety and other behavioral issues. The regular use of dog Kong toys can also improve oral health. The Kong's unpredictable bounce lures most dogs into a game of ch...
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Bully Sticks
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Give Your Dog A Healthy Bully Stick For A Treat! Natural proteins found in meat are important to a dog's health and well-being. Natural Dog Treat Bully Sticks are from beef muscles and tendons, they become chewy when wet, and provide a natural way to...
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Dog Beds
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Large dog beds, Small dog beds, Orthopedic dog beds, Heated dog beds, and even Designer dog beds, they're all here! My owner Deb the flowergardener wants to help you shop for the best dog bed for your dog. She has put together a great and easy way fo...
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Greenies
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Greenies has become America's #1 dental chew and dog treat with more than 850 million sold globally. Greenies has a longstanding commitment to improving the lives of pets and their owners. The Greenies company is committed to the cause of dental care...
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Dog Collars
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Leather dog collars, Designer dog collars, Fancy dog collars, Personalized dog collars, and Rhinestone dog collars, they're all here! My owner Deb the flowergardener has put together this page so that you can shop for dog collars in an easy way. My n...
2010 Calendars Are Now Available!
In addition to the specific dog breed calendars (links below), I've created more choices for your 2010 calendar :)-
2010 Calendars
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Featuring the most beautiful 2010 Cat Calendars, Horse Calendars, and Garden Calendars; with links to 25 more specific 2010 calendar pages! Perfect gifts for family and friends this Christmas.
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2010 Calendars Dog Calendar
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For those that aren't sure of which dog breed they like the best, here's the top choices for 2010 dog calendars, with some very cute 2010 puppies calendars!
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2010 Calendars Terrier Calendar
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The season will soon be upon us to need the 2010 calendars. Get your Terrier calendars early for yourself and for gifting to your Terrier dog loving friends! The new 2010 Calendars feature Boston Terriers, Cairn Terriers, Jack Russell Terriers, Pit...
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2010 Calendars Football Calendar
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Football season is here! Delight your sports fan with their favorite 2010 team calendar, whether it be an NFL football calendar or college football calendar.
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2010 Calendars State Calendar
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I've chosen to feature the 'wild and scenic' series for the new 2010 State calendars. Please enjoy looking at the most amazing scenes from your U.S. State. Other options may be available for each State calendar by clicking the links, for example desk...
Just For Dog Lovers!
The 2010 Dog Calendars Are In!
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Natural Medicine Alternatives For People
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Stop Ringworm In Its Tracks!
I realize this page and the above natural medicines are for dogs. But since ringworm is so contageous, I found an excellent resource for people with ringworm. I see no reason why this resource couldn't also be used for pets. This handy guide will show you how to use ingredients from your local grocery store immediately to stop ringworm!
Here's my favorite link:
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- harringtonway harringtonway Nov 2, 2009 @ 5:17 pm
- Another great lens! I continue to read the very education information you provide to us through your lenses. Thank you for caring!
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- amandaquerque amandaquerque May 29, 2008 @ 3:24 pm
- Your dog health resources are the best on the web! Thank you for sharing them with the BIG LENSES Group!
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- thomasz thomasz Feb 8, 2008 @ 3:26 pm
- Nice lens. Great Info.
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- flowergardener flowergardener Dec 16, 2007 @ 11:34 pm
- I know the money amount may seem like a lot,($35), but considering how contageous ringworm is, and the side effects of other treatments, it's worth it. Application is just a few drops 2-3 times a day to the affected area, and the bottle is 30ml.
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- CODY CODY Dec 16, 2007 @ 12:24 am
- I HAVE 2 DOGS AND I THINK THEY HAVE RINGWORM. WHAT WOULD BE THE CHEAPEST WAY TO TREAT THEM? ONE IS A ST. BERNARD AND USES ALOT OF MEDICINE BECAUSE HE IS SO BIG. THERE HAS TO BE SOMETHING SOLD BY THE GALLON! RIGHT??? lol
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