What to Do After a Dog Bite in California

What to Do After a Dog Bite in California

In the US, there are about 90 million dogs in peoples’ homes as pets. So with that many dogs around people all of the time, you may not be surprised to find out that there are about 4.5 million dog bites each year. While most people do not require medical attention following a bite, about 1 in 5 will.

If you are bitten by a dog, here is a quick guide to getting the proper help:

1. Acquire contact info from the owner. If you cannot verify that the dog has received the proper vaccinations, you will require rabies inoculation.
2. Use soap and water to clean the bite area thoroughly. This will help to prevent an infection from occurring.
3. If a serious injury has occurred and you cannot care for your own injuries or reach a medical facility on your own, call 911. For less serious injuries, you may call your doctor and ask for advice on whether a trip to the ER is needed.
4. Contact the veterinarian who treats the dog directly. Don’t take the owner’s word for it that the pet is up to date on immunizations.
5. Keep track of any medical bills you accrue or work you may have missed due to the injury and bring this information with you to your personal injury lawyer.

Dog Bite Attorney in San Diego, California

The attorneys at Petrov Law Firm are experts in the law when it comes to injuries due to dog attacks. If you have been injured by a dog bite, contact us today at 619-344-0360 to schedule a consultation.