Question

Question

12 Feb 2006

staffi, skin rash

my staffi, 6 months old has strange pink spots on her skin,which we thought was eczema, which was then diagnosed as ringworm, but no medication has worked, she has been back to the vet but he now does not seem to know what it is, it seems to be contagious as now my other 2 dogs are getting it. they have all been dewormed. any suggestions on shampoos, food or medication?

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CyberVet

cybervet

01 Jan 0001

If it is spreading to the other dogs, infectious causes such as a ringworm or mite infestation should be considered. Take them back to your vet for further tests so that a specific treatment can be prescribed.

Dr Malan van Zyl
Veterinary Specialist Physician
Cape Town

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