What Should I Do After a Dog Bite?
If your or your child is bitten, dog bite treatment should consist of:
- Washing the wound thoroughly with soap and warm water
- Applying an antibiotic cream or ointment
- If pain, swelling, or redness persists, seek medical attention as your dog bite wound may be infected
- Seek medical attention if the dog bite is deep or bleeding significantly
- Try to confirm if the dog has its rabies vaccine, and seek medical attention if you are unsure or concerned about the potential of rabies.
