Which disease is known to be carried by dog ticks and Lone star ticks?

Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever is indeed known to be carried by dog ticks (Dermacentor variabilis) and Lone star ticks (Amblyomma americanum). This disease is caused by the bacterium Rickettsia rickettsii and is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected tick.

In the case of dog ticks, they are particularly known for being one of the primary vectors for this disease, especially in certain geographic areas of the United States. Lone star ticks, while often associated with other infections as well, can also play a role in the transmission of Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever.

The other diseases listed have specific vectors; Lyme Disease is primarily transmitted by deer ticks (black-legged ticks), West Nile Virus is spread by mosquitoes, and Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome is primarily associated with rodent droppings, urine, and saliva, rather than ticks. Understanding the specific vectors and the diseases they carry is crucial for effective prevention and management of tick-borne illnesses.