My dog has peeling skin circles. Could it be ringworm? What to do?

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She is 10 year old boxer full blood. She round dark circles. The skin is peeling around circle like a human peels is what it looks like. It is not red.she's had 2 months of worm meds.any home remedy suggestions. Pet's info: Dog | Boxer | Female | 9 years and 7 months old | 509 lbs

Jeffrey Milner · Accepted Answer

Circular peeling areas might be an indication of ring worm, a fungal infection that can be spread to other animals as well as people. The most common treatment is an antifungal drug called clotrimazole that is used topically. It is available in sprays and creams. Treat the area carefully and use gloves as not to risk spreading the infection elsewhere. Formulations are also available through your veterinarian. The vet would be able to obtain samples from the affected region to determine if ring worm is in fact the cause of what you are seeing.

My dog has peeling skin circles. Could it be ringworm? What to do?

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