How to Prevent Ringworm in Cats

Cats can prevent ringworm through various methods such as increasing nutrition, spending more time in sunlight, regularly disinfecting the environment, and drying their fur promptly after bathing. Ringworm is a fungal skin disease caused by infection with Trichophyton mentagrophytes and Microsporum species, which can be contracted through direct or indirect contact. When a cat is diagnosed with ringworm in the household, it is essential to isolate and feed it separately to avoid infection of the owner or other pets. It is also recommended to avoid taking cats outdoors to interact with unfamiliar animals, and to disinfect oneself promptly after contacting them.

To prevent ringworm, cats can increase their nutrition and enhance their resistance. It is advised to adjust their diet structure and feed them high-nutrition food. You can choose cat food or main meal cans with higher protein and fat content, and also feed them foods such as lecithin, vitamin B, nutritional paste, or fish oil to help improve their skin resistance.

Sunlight exposure can also help prevent ringworm, as ultraviolet rays have a good bactericidal effect and can partially prevent cat infections with fungi or bacteria. Sunning cats can also aid in the synthesis of vitamin D, promoting calcium absorption and helping cats reach calcium supplementation effects.

Moreover, it is necessary to regularly disinfect the cat's living environment and items. You can expose cat items and cat beds to sunlight to kill bacteria and prevent the breeding and growth of microorganisms. Regular disinfection with environmental disinfectants can also keep the cat's living environment dry and clean.

Drying cats' fur promptly after bathing can also prevent ringworm. Long-term exposure to moisture can lead to fungal infections, as cats' thick fur takes a long time to dry naturally, providing an ideal environment for fungal growth. Additionally, drying cats' fur promptly after bathing can prevent them from catching a cold or becoming sick.