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Dog Bites

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    • What to Do for Dog Bites

      Getting bitten or seeing your child get bitten by a dog is a frightening experience. Dogs can sometimes get territorial, instinctive or too playful and bite without realizing it, even if they are normally docile animals. If you are bitten or see someone bitten by a dog, you must jump into action to take care of the problem right away.... more »

    • About Dog Bites

      Most of us at some point in our lives fall for furry ears, wet slobbery kisses and wagging tails. Being a responsible pet owner requires that you socialize your pet. It is best to gradually expose your dog to friends and family. This will help teach your pet that people are to be trusted and not feared. Even with the best obedience... more »

    • How to Treat Dog Bites

      Dog bites can be serious and treatment depends upon the severity of the bite. Always find out if the dog has up-to-date rabies vaccinations. Basic first aid can be given at home, however it is possible that the victim may need medical attention. In the case of children, see your doctor as the child may need antibiotics. Above all,... more »

    • How to Heal a Dog Bite

      Appropriate treatment of a dog bite is necessary to avoid infection. Approximately 1,000 people a day in the U.S. seek medical attention for dog bites. It is essential to know how to treat a dog bite and when to seek medical attention. more »

    • How to Find an FACS Plastic Surgeon

      Whether you have been injured and need cosmetic surgery to restore your appearance or you simply want to improve your natural looks, you should choose a qualified plastic surgeon to perform the operation. One way to ensure that a plastic surgeon has the proper qualifications is to choose one who is a Fellow of the American College of... more »

    Dog Bites Articles

    • What to Do If a Dog Bites?

      According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, each year approximately 800,000 Americans, about half of them children, seek medical... more »

    • How to Respond If Your Dog Bites Someone

      If your dog bites someone, a part of you might want to grab your pooch and run, but a responsible dog owner should react with compassion, care and... more »

    • Illness Caused From Dog Bites

      Dogs are generally harmless, but injuries and fatalities regularly occur because of dog bites. If you are bitten by a dog, the most important... more »

    • Signs of a Dog Bite Infection

      Dog bites are traumatic and dangerous events, representing a high probability of infection--especially if the bite goes untreated. A dog's saliva... more »

    • How to Treat animal bites

      Animal bites happen far more often that you might realize. Generally they occur between humans and pets, although not necessarily the pet of the... more »

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