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This photograph depicts a dog, who’s ear was infested with brown dog ticks, Rhipicephalus sanguineus. The image was captured in September 2024, while in a Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF)-impacted community.

RMSF is a serious disease spread through the bite of an infected tick. Ticks can hitch a ride on clothing and pets, then attach to a person later.
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Content Provider(s): CDC/ Ann Carpenter, DVM
Creation Date: 2023
Photo Credit: Ann Carpenter, DVM
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