Dog Bites...

[Yme2]

If a dog bite breaks the skin, do you know what to do? First, wash the wound thoroughly with soap and water. If it's bleeding, apply pressure and wrap it with a bandage. To prevent swelling try to keep the wound elevated above your heart. Get medical care if the bite is especially deep; is red or swollen; bleeds for more than 15 minutes; or if you haven't had a tetanus shot in the last 5 years.

If you are unable to locate the dog's owner, contact your local animal control agency.

[mom2bichons]

Thank you for sharing this very good information. I printed it out.

[Mommyof4]

Thanks for the very useful information!

[LadyTalisman]

Thanks for the advice Dar.