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Can I get ringworm from my pet while bathing them for ringworm?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Himalayan | Female | spayed | 5.7 lbs

I gave kiwi a bath with the special ringworm shampoo and stood with her in the bathtub barefoot.. is there a chance that i get infected too?

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Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

Veterinarian

Published on July 21st, 2017

Hi, thanks for using Petcoach! If you were in the water with your feet and washed your hands it is unlikely you would get ringworm. Here is a great link to the Center For Disease Control's website: https://www.cdc.gov/healthypets/diseases/ringworm.html

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