Pest Library
American Dog Ticks
One of the largest ticks in the northeast, American dog ticks feed on dogs and many other animal hosts, including people. Adults grow to half an inch after feeding and are reddish-brown with white or yellow markings near the front.
Are American Dog Ticks Dangerous?
American dog ticks can spread various diseases to people and animals, so they're a pest worth limiting contact with as much as possible. They can transmit tularemia and Rocky Mountain spotted fever.
Exposure is most likely in spring, summer, and early fall when populations peak. The biggest reason they end up on your property is stray pets or wild animals carrying them across your yard.
Where American Dog Ticks Wait
These ticks don't survive well indoors — they're mainly an outdoor problem. Yards with tall grass, lots of vegetation, and wooded edges provide the shade and moist soil they need. Tap a zone below to see the risk.
Tap any glowing zone to see the tick risk there and how to reduce it.
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- Avoid walking through areas with dense vegetation.
- After walking outside or spending time in wooded areas, always check yourself and your pets for ticks.
- Keep the grass in your yard short and remove areas of dense or overgrown vegetation.
- Cut tall grass back away from fence lines, porch steps, and your home's foundation.
- Place your pets on a tick preventative program under the guidance of their veterinarian.
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