Biting · SWFL Pest Identifier
Brown Dog Tick
Worth a pro look Damage or health risk grows quickly once established.
How to identify it
- Ticks crawling up walls or in baseboard gaps (yes, indoors)
- Flat reddish-brown before feeding, gray-blue after
- Dog kennel and bedding hotspots
Size
Small (grain of rice)
Where you'll see it
On pets · Living areas · Garage / storage
Looks like
Crawler
Did you know
The only tick that can complete its entire life cycle indoors — an infestation can live in the house itself.
What it means for you
Indoor ticks are a program, not a one-off spray. Coordinate with your vet on pet treatment.
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