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German Shepherd bald spots: Can coconut oil treat fungal infection?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | 55 lbs

I have a german shepherd she has fungal infection andhave many bald spots i had taken her to many vets but i cannot see any difference i just want to ask that can i use Coconot oil with camphor to kill fungus if not then what??

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Answered By Oneal Bogan, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on August 7th, 2018

Hi there. Hair loss can be caused by fungal infection, but also by mites, allergies or internal disease. I would not recommend applying anything until you have a confirmed diagnosis. Topical antifungal creams usually work, so if Jessie isn't responding it may be something different. I hope that helps. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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