My dog has a red bald spot. Is it ringworm? Can I treat it & stop spread?

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I noticed a couple months back after boarding Sadie that she had a very small bald patch on her "ankle". The skin showing was not red and the spot didn't seem to bother her. Fast forward to tonight when I noticed that spot is now red and looks like ringworm after I googled it. Is there anything I can get over the counter to treat it? Also I am terrified as we have another dog and 3 cats in the house too plus us, of course! Are we all going to catch it?! Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | spayed | 9 years and 6 months old | 93 lbs

Dr. Davis · Accepted Answer

It’s uncommon for older dogs to get ringworm, and when they do it’s generally on the face. This area may have started to itch and she got it red and irritated from licking. I would clean the area with a medicated shampoo that kills both bacteria and yeast. Then apply a thin film of antibacterial ointment on it. In addition use a cone if she’s licking the area. If you wash your hands well after touching her you shouldn’t get anything. If it’s not healing or there are other areas then please take her in for an exam and skin tests to determine if it’s ringworm or infection. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for your dog.

My dog has a red bald spot. Is it ringworm? Can I treat it & stop spread?

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