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My puppy's head is so oily after ringworm. What shampoo helps?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | 4 months and 7 days old | 12 lbs

My 12 week old had ringworm but now it’s gone. Noticing her head gets really oily (not body). What should i use to treat it!

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Answered By Dr. Davis

Veterinarian

Published on March 26th, 2018

You can wash the area or your puppy with an anti seborrhea shampoo. That will improve the excess oilyness. As the skin heals from the ringworm hopefully this area wil it be as oily. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Brik.

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