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One has to ask oneself whether many of the mild controversies on long standing products are generated by competitors or grosse misuse cases.

On the other hand, we just cannot be too safe with our beloved pets.

Fungisan (in the news lately) is a unique formula created by Tomlyn to aid in the control of skin infections in dogs and cats and other pets. It contains benzalkonium chloride (0.15%) a disinfecting agent; and allantoin to aid in promoting healthy skin.

Fungisan is an-easy-to-use spray. All you do is spray a small amount on the affected area of your dog or cat and repeat application on a daily basis until your pet's hair begins to grow back. Leave the treated area uncovered. Fungisan will not stain.

Rinse the treated area or areas with clear water before each application (Fungisan's efficiency is neutralized by soap or detergent residues).

Fungisan works quickly. Results should be noted within one week. (if no improvement is noted within 7 days, consult your veterinarian.)

The most common fungus infection is Blastomycosis. It can affect both dogs and cats. Humans may also be infected by this organism. It is not a contagious illness, though.

The fungus is not passed from an infected pet to an uninfected pet as occurs with viral illnesses and some bacterial illnesses. It is acquired from the environment. If more than one animal on your street have been infected with this organism it would be a good idea to see if there is some obvious source of infection involving disturbance of the soil, such as a construction site or a yard the dogs are digging in a lot.

Most infections occur in dogs that live very close to a body of water and this disease is most common in the Southeast and the states around the Ohio and Mississippi rivers.

It takes one to three months for signs of infection to occur after the organism has invaded a dog or cat's body.

Keep you pet safe and have your vet report repeat fungus infections in local pets!