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Silvia Colombo1, Elisabetta Fabbri2, Fabia Scarampella1

  • 1Studio Dermatologico Veterinario, Milan, Italy.

Veterinary Dermatology
|February 2, 2026
PubMed
Abstract

Insights

Feline dermatophytosis, primarily caused by Microsporum canis, is most prevalent in Persian and related breeds, especially in young cats. Pruritus is a common symptom across all breeds.

Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Dermatology
  • Mycology
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Dermatophytosis is a common fungal skin infection in cats, often caused by Microsporum canis.
  • Predisposing factors include young age, long hair, and specific breeds like Persians.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of feline dermatophytosis in Italy over a nine-year period.
  • To identify breed-specific risk factors and clinical features of the disease.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective study analyzed 1457 cats diagnosed between 2016 and 2024.
  • Diagnosis was confirmed via microscopy, Wood's lamp examination, and fungal culture.

Main Results:

  • The overall prevalence of dermatophytosis was 3.7%, with Microsporum canis identified in all cases.
  • Persian cats (21.2%) and related breeds showed higher prevalence compared to Domestic Shorthair cats (2.1%).
  • Young age (<1 year) was a significant predisposing factor, with contagion often occurring at breeder facilities.

Conclusions:

  • Persian and related breeds are disproportionately affected by dermatophytosis.
  • Young cats are highly predisposed to this fungal infection.
  • Pruritus is a frequent clinical sign, irrespective of breed.
Keywords:
Microsporum caniscatdermatophytosisepidemiologyfeline

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