Similar to spiders and mites, dog ticks are external parasites that are members of the arachnid family. They cling to creatures and consume their blood.
Among the most prevalent species are:
Dermacentor variabilis, the American Dog Tick
Deer ticks (Ixodes scapularis) and brown dog ticks (Rhipicephalus sanguineus) are also known to spread Lyme disease.
Warm, humid conditions are ideal for dog ticks, particularly:
Tall bush and grassy fields
