Ringworm is very common in both animals and humans. A common misconception is it is a colony of little tiny worms. Ringworm is actually a fungus that lives on dead tissue and is easily spread between species.
One symptom of ringworms is a lesion on the skin which looks like a rapidly growing circular patch of broken hair. The patch may look inflamed and may appear to have dandruff-like flakes on it. The most common areas where it can occur are face, ear tips, tails and paws.
If you see your animal experiencing any of these symptoms, take them to a vet. They will examine the hair under ultra-violet light. If your pet has ringworm, your vet will prescribe an anti-fungal ointment to apply daily, where it can be easily cured.
Humans need to take some precautions since ringworm highly infectious. Keep small children away from the infected animal and handle things with gloves. You should also keep your animals hair short while they are undergoing treatment.
You and your pets will be just fine if infected but you will experience some tender, itchy, dry patches of skin in circles. If you exhibit any of the symptoms go and see your doctor so as not to spread the fungus any further.
By Staff Writer Trish Harding
http://dallas-plano-richardson.fetchpetcare.com
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Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Restraining Dogs in Cars
With the summer here, there is a tremendous amount of vehicles traveling here and there. If you are traveling with your pet, how do you travel safely? A seatbelt is just as helpful to your pet as it is to you and your family.
Restraining a pet is necessary while traveling. Animals have the same risks in a car accident as a toddler. Restraining them also helps to keep your pet out of your lap and your eyes on the road.
It is not safe for a pet to sit in a lap or in the front passenger seat. Sudden breaking or airbag deployment could seriously harm your dog. A 60-pound dog can also cause serious damage if in an accident. Upon impact at 35 mph, a 60-pound dog, will exert 2700 pounds of pressure. This will smash the windshield and break bones.
The best way to restrain a dog is in a kennel that can be buckled in. A harness that attaches to the seatbelt also works well. Never, ever, ever restrain a dog by the neck. Your pet could be strangled during an accident or sudden breaking.
By Staff Writer Trish Harding
http://dallas-plano-richardson.fetchpetcare.com
Restraining a pet is necessary while traveling. Animals have the same risks in a car accident as a toddler. Restraining them also helps to keep your pet out of your lap and your eyes on the road.
It is not safe for a pet to sit in a lap or in the front passenger seat. Sudden breaking or airbag deployment could seriously harm your dog. A 60-pound dog can also cause serious damage if in an accident. Upon impact at 35 mph, a 60-pound dog, will exert 2700 pounds of pressure. This will smash the windshield and break bones.
The best way to restrain a dog is in a kennel that can be buckled in. A harness that attaches to the seatbelt also works well. Never, ever, ever restrain a dog by the neck. Your pet could be strangled during an accident or sudden breaking.
By Staff Writer Trish Harding
http://dallas-plano-richardson.fetchpetcare.com
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