Ringworm is an infection that many cat owners may be familiar with, either through experience or word of mouth. Contrary to its misleading name, ringworm is not caused by a worm but rather by a group ...

Petting the stray dog or kitten can put you at risk of ringworm infection. However, it is easily preventable and highly ...

Like many medical myths, there is some degree of truth to this one. Ringworm is a fungal infection that typically involves the scalp or the skin. It is not an actual "worm". The term comes from the ...

Cats are an essential part of our lives, and they make for great pets. But, as with all creatures, they are prone to illness, and one of the most common afflictions that affect cats is ringworm. The ...

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 ...

The Shelbyville/Shelby County Animal Shelter has closed cat intake and outtake for the next eight weeks following a ringworm outbreak among kittens in its care, according to a press release ...

Renée Fabian is Lead Editor for Pet Health at Forbes Advisor. She has over 10 years experience as a journalist and editor covering pet and human health topics. Renée previously worked as senior pet ...