Dog Bite on the Face: What Happens Next, Medically and Legally

Key Takeaways Go to an emergency department, not urgent care. A facial bite can involve the eyelid, the tear duct, the lip border, a facial nerve or a salivary duct, and those structures are assessed by a specialist, not closed at a walk-in clinic. Facial bites are usually stitched closed, unlike bites elsewhere. Most dog […]

What to Do If a Dog Attacks You: A Step-by-Step Guide

Key Takeaways Do not run. Running triggers a chase response. Stand still, turn side-on, keep your arms folded in, and avoid staring at the dog. If the dog commits, give it something that is not you – a bag, a jacket, a water bottle. If you are knocked down, curl up, keep your face down […]