American Dog Tick
Dermacentor variabilis

About American Dog Tick
American Dog Tick (Dermacentor variabilis) is a common outdoor pest encountered in Middle Tennessee yards. Understanding this pest's habits and lifecycle helps with effective management. Mr. Lawn Care offers targeted yard treatments for pest control across the Middle Tennessee service area.
American Dog Tick (Dermacentor variabilis) is a household pest commonly found in Middle Tennessee, including Columbia, Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, and the surrounding areas. This entry is part of our Household Pests identification guide.
As lawn care and treatment specialists, we encounter American Dog Tick regularly when servicing properties across the region. Proper identification is the first step toward effective pest management that protects both your turf and your landscape plantings.
Quick Facts
- Common Name
- American Dog Tick
- Scientific Name
- Dermacentor variabilis
- Category
- Household Pest
- Region
- Middle Tennessee