Date Received: 26-06-2025 / Date Accepted: 31-10-2025 / Date Published: 24-12-2025
Dermatophytosis is a common superficial fungal infection in dogs and cats, caused by dermatophyte species, characterized by typical skin lesions and the potential for zoonotic transmission, particularly in high-risk groups. This study aimed to identify the risk factors associated with dermatophytosis in dogs and cats in Hanoi. A cross-sectional study was conducted at 11 veterinary clinics in Hanoi from May to July 2024. A total of 152 dogs and cats were examined, including 48 cases diagnosed with dermatophytosis and 104 non-affected animals. The case group consisted of dogs and cats exhibiting clinical signs and testing positive by at least one diagnostic method (KOH preparation, Wood's lamp examination, and/or culture on Sabouraud agar. Twenty-five potential risk factors were analyzed using univariate logistic regression, of which 12 showed associations with dermatophytosis (P <0.1). Multivariate logistic regression identified three statistically significant risk factors (P <0.05): the animal’s age, the presence of other pets with dermatophytosis in the same household, and the practice of boarding pets at pet hotels during the owner's absence. The results highlight the need for screening, environmental hygiene and infection control in multi-pet households and animal care facilities.