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What is Rhipicephalus sanguineus?
Rhipicephalus sanguineus is commonly called the brown dog tick. It is strongly associated with dogs and can complete its life cycle around homes, kennels and other buildings.
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A tick adapted to dog environments
All active life stages commonly feed on dogs, although people and other animals may also be bitten. Ticks can hide in cracks and sheltered areas after leaving a host.
Respond to the whole problem
Removing ticks from one dog may not resolve an established environmental infestation. Veterinary prevention for animals and locally appropriate environmental control may both be needed.