Kennel Tick

Pronunciation
/KEN-el-TICK/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Kennel Tick
Plural
Kennel Ticks

Definition

A common name for *Rhipicephalus sanguineus*, a tick species that infects primarily dogs and other animals in kennels.

Etymology

From the fact that they are often found in kennels.

Example

Kennel ticks can transmit diseases like Rocky Mountain spotted fever to both dogs and humans.

Related Terms

  • Dogs
  • Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever