Dog Tick Bite Near Unknown Location
Date
Sunday, July 19, 2026
Location
Reported Location
Species
Dog tick
Found On
Dog · 99 ticks
Notes
First found on my dog's ear one night, upon inspection and removal I found another, and another and another and another... He was covered everywhere they could get through to. We have a fenced yard and little to no situation for him to get them naturally. But there are tons of stray cats around the neighborhood and the neighbors have an "outdoor" dog. This picture is 1 of several we have collected over the last couple days as we've deep cleaned everything. Vet appointment tomorrow.
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View on full mapAbout American Dog Tick
American Dog Tick
Dermacentor variabilis
Moderate RiskOne of the most commonly encountered ticks in the US. Larger than deer ticks and easier to spot. Prefers dogs but will bite humans. Found along trails, roadsides, and grassy areas.
Known Diseases
Habitat
Grassy fields, roadsides, trail edges, meadows with low vegetation
Region
Eastern two-thirds of the US and Pacific coast
Peak Season
April–August
Safety Tips
- •Larger and easier to spot than deer ticks
- •Most active in spring and summer
- •Common on dogs — check your pet after walks
- •Rocky Mountain spotted fever requires prompt treatment — see a doctor if you develop fever and rash
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