How do I identify a tick species? If you found a tick and aren’t sure what kind it is, a tick identification chart can help.
Dogs and cats can carry several types of ticks, each posing unique health risks. Common species include the American dog tick, which spreads Rocky Mountain spotted fever; the black-legged (deer) tick, a carrier of Lyme disease; the brown dog tick, known for thriving indoors and causing canine ehrlichiosis; and the Lone Star tick, easily identified by the white spot on females and linked to multiple infections. Identifying the tick on your pet is crucial for proper prevention and treatment. Use this tick id chart to determine the type and protect your animals:
Protect Your Pet From Ticks
Choosing the right tick protection depends on your pet’s age, breeding status, and lifestyle. With topical and oral prevention options available, finding the best fit can be tricky. Not sure which product is right? Use the Revival Flea & Tick Finder to discover the perfect tick prevention for your dog or cat!
Protect your home and yard from ticks with Revival’s selection of tick control sprays, designed to keep your property pest-free and your pets safe from harmful ticks. Want help developing a tick prevention plan for your dog or cat? Call a Revival Animal Care Specialist at 800.786.4751 for help!
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Written by: Shelley Hexom
Content Manager
Shelley Hexom is Revival's Content Manager and helps develop educational animal health resources. A three-time Emmy® Award-winning news anchor, Shelley works with Revival's Director of Veterinary Services, Dr. Marty Greer, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, to help create useful and easy-to-understand articles, videos, and webinars. Shelley received her bachelor's degree in Mass Communications from Winona State University in 2002. As a pet owner, Shelley enjoys time with her Boxer mix, Sally. Shelley has been part of the Revival Team since 2016.