There are a large number of fungal diseases that affect canines, including internal and skin diseases. Having the dog checked out routinely by a veterinarian and taking care of the dog can prevent these conditions from setting in.
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Types
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Ringworm is one type of canine fungal disease. You'll also find a yeast infection, aspergillosis, histoplasmosis, and blastmycosis affecting dogs.
Prevention
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Look for areas of your yard where your dog may have found the fungus, such as rotting food or soft soil. Prevent your dog from getting into those areas and give it a new place to play to reduce the chances of the dog getting sick again.
Diagnosis
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Vets diagnose fungal disease in dogs by examining the dog's skin. The vet will also look for sores underneath the surface of the skin and take blood tests to confirm the presence of the disease.
External Treatments
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To treat fungal infections on the skin, your vet will prescribe medicated shampoo that you use once a day. The doctor may also recommend a topical cream and that you shave the dog's hair until the infection clears.
Internal Treatments
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For more serious fungal infections, especially those underneath the skin, your doctor will typically prescribe antibiotics for the dog. You may need to use these in combination with a topical cream.
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