Dermatophytosis In A Dog: Case Report

This document reports a case of dermatophytosis in an 11-month-old spayed female dog with no defined breed pattern, presenting with alopecia in the neck region and the tip of the ear. Dermatophytosis is a zoonotic cutaneous mycosis caused by keratinophilic fungi, particularly Microsporum canis, which affects both animals and humans. The condition is prevalent in tropical and temperate climates, especially during autumn and winter, in countries with hot and humid conditions.