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What to do if there is fungus on your dog

2026-01-13 03:23:23 pet

What should I do if my dog has fungus? 10-day network hotspot analysis and solutions

Recently, pet health issues have become a hot topic on social platforms, especially the surge in discussions related to "fungal infections in dogs". The following is the statistics of hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days and detailed solutions for fungal infections in dogs.

hot topicsNumber of discussions (10,000)Main platform
Dog skin fungal infection symptoms12.5Weibo, Xiaohongshu
How families can prevent pet fungus8.7Douyin, Zhihu
Fungus treatment costs in pet hospitals6.3Baidu Tieba, Station B

1. Common symptoms of fungal infections in dogs

What to do if there is fungus on your dog

According to feedback from veterinary experts, typical symptoms of fungal infections (such as Malassezia and Microsporum canis) include:

  • Round hairless patches appear on the skin with red and swollen edges
  • Frequent scratching or licking of localized skin
  • Increased dandruff accompanied by odor
  • Pustules or scabs may appear in severe cases

2. Five major countermeasures that are hotly discussed across the Internet

methodsupport rateThings to note
Topical antifungal spray (such as ketoconazole)78%Need to shave the affected area of hair
Medicinal bath treatment (2 times a week)65%The water temperature does not exceed 38℃
Oral itraconazole42%Dosing should be strictly based on body weight
Environmental disinfection (UV light)91%Avoid direct exposure to pets
Supplement Vitamin B Complex56%Choose pet-specific preparations

3. 3 Key Points to Prevent Fungal Infections

1.Keep dry:During the rainy season, it is necessary to dry the dog's foot pads and abdominal hair in time. The humid environment is a breeding ground for fungi.

2.Regular deworming:Parasites such as fleas can damage the skin barrier, so it is recommended to deworm externally once a month.

3.Enhance immunity:Properly supplement lecithin and Omega-3 to improve skin health.

4. Sharing of real cases from netizens

@kejimama:"Use a cotton swab dipped in diluted iodine to wipe it daily, combined with the ointment prescribed by the doctor, and it will be cured in two weeks!"

@金 retriever captain:"I regret not buying a dehumidifier earlier. I only paid attention to environmental issues after the rainy season in the south returned three times."

If symptoms persist for more than a week or spread throughout the body, seek medical attention immediately. Fungal infections are contagious, so sick pets need to be isolated and household items thoroughly disinfected.

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