Tick BiteCommunity Report
Brown Dog Tick Bite Near Unknown Location
Date
Saturday, June 6, 2026
Location
Reported Location
Species
brown_dog
Found On
Adult · 1 tick
Notes
Found after dog was outside in the backyard.
Report Location
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Brown Dog Tick
Rhipicephalus sanguineus
Lower RiskUnlike most ticks, this species can complete its entire life cycle indoors. Primarily feeds on dogs and can infest homes and kennels. Rarely bites humans but is the primary vector of canine ehrlichiosis.
Known Diseases
Rocky Mountain spotted fever (in Southwest)Canine ehrlichiosisCanine babesiosis
Habitat
Kennels, dog runs, homes, cracks in walls and floors
Region
Nationwide, especially warmer climates
Peak Season
Year-round indoors; summer outdoors
Safety Tips
- •Can survive and reproduce indoors — the only common US tick that does this
- •Inspect your dog's bedding and crate regularly
- •Professional pest control may be needed for home infestations
- •Year-round flea and tick prevention for dogs is essential
Tick Safety Tips
- ✓Always do a full-body tick check after spending time outdoors
- ✓Shower within 2 hours of coming inside to wash off unattached ticks
- ✓Put clothes in the dryer on high heat for 10 minutes to kill ticks
- ✓Use EPA-registered repellents containing DEET, picaridin, or IR3535
- ✓If a tick is attached, remove it with fine-tipped tweezers — pull straight up with steady pressure
- ✓Monitor for symptoms (rash, fever, joint pain) for 30 days after a bite