{"id":385,"date":"2020-04-30T14:37:43","date_gmt":"2020-04-30T14:37:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eastsidelawyers.com\/?p=385"},"modified":"2024-04-25T15:05:13","modified_gmt":"2024-04-25T15:05:13","slug":"4-things-to-do-after-a-dog-bites-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eastsidelawyers.com\/blog\/4-things-to-do-after-a-dog-bites-you\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Things To Do After a Dog Bites You"},"content":{"rendered":"

When we think of man\u2019s best friend, we don\u2019t always consider that even the most docile canine can become aggressive and attack. In fact, millions of people are bitten by dogs each year causing serious harm to their health and finances. We have put together four important steps to take to protect yourself after a dog attack.<\/p>\n

1. Visit the Doctor<\/h4>\n

Don\u2019t try and diagnose the severity of the bite. Some bites may appear minor however, the dog itself might have rabies or another disease. The faster you receive treatment, the better.<\/p>\n

2. Obtain Information about the Dog<\/h4>\n

There is a good chance you may not know the dog owner. The dog may have approached you on your property or you ran into the dog on a walk. Use the checklist below \u2013the more complete the information, the better.<\/p>\n