Rocky Mountain spotted fever cases cause concern for local dog owners
Pet owners are urged to be extra vigilant this summer as two cases of Rocky Mountain spotted fever in dogs have been reported since February. (The Daily Memphian file)
Rocky Mountain spotted fever is a potentially deadly bacterial infection transmitted through the bite of infected ticks and typically seen with the American dog tick.
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Arlington Rocky Mountain spotted fever ticks VeterinarianMichael Waddell
Michael Waddell is a native Memphian with more than 20 years of professional writing and editorial experience, working most recently with The Daily News and High Ground News.
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