My cat had ringworm. How can they get it again in an enclosed yard?

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Hello. Our cats were recently diagnosed with roundworm by using their fur in a solution that was cultured over 2 weeks. The cats go out front where they might be exposed to the roundworm. However, they also go out in our backyard that is enclosed where other animals do not come in. The vet is saying they can never go out again and that mean outback in the enclosed space. How would there be a possibility of them getting roundworm again outback? Did they contaminate the space with their own fur, t. Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 13 lbs

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

I would like to clarify your question. Do you mean ringworm or roundworm? Ringworm is diagnosed with a hair sample and this is what I think you mean. Ringworm is a fungal infection that is spread by loose hair. Roundworm is an intestinal worm that is spread in the stool. Both of these can be spread to humans. If you do mean ringworm, environmental cleanup is possible. You will need to vacuum up all the hair and use a cleaning solution labeled to kill ringworm. You will need to wipe down everything. Ringworm is spread on loose hairs that floats in the air. This means the walls and ceiling as well. You should give the area several cleanings before letting the cats in the enclosure. The cats should not go in the enclosure until they are confirmed negative for ringworm. I hope this helps and best of luck.

My cat had ringworm. How can they get it again in an enclosed yard?

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