Contrary to its moniker, ringworm is actually a fungal infection that can affect the nails, skin and hair of dogs and other animals. According to the Merck Veterinary Manual, dermatophytosis (or ...

A few months ago, I noticed a discrete, pink patch forming on our dog Shiloh’s nose. I thought for sure he'd gotten stung by a bee (he’s always hunting for small bugs!).

Question: I was watching the evening news on television a few days ago and someone from the Humane Society was talking about crusty circular round lesions on a dog being ringworm. That is exactly what ...