What to do if bitten by a domestic dog? ——Emergency treatment and prevention guide
Recently, incidents of pets hurting people have been frequently discussed, especially cases of domestic dogs biting their owners, triggering widespread discussions. How to properly treat dog bites and prevent similar incidents? This article combines hot topics across the Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with structured solutions.
1. Review of hot dog bite incidents across the Internet (last 10 days)

| Date | event | attention index |
|---|---|---|
| June 15 | Shanghai woman bitten on face by her own golden retriever | No. 7 on the hot search list |
| June 18 | Video of celebrity blogger demonstrating incorrect handling of dog bites | 2 million+ plays |
| June 20 | Experts explain the timeliness of rabies vaccine injection | Popular science TOP3 |
2. Four-step method for emergency treatment
Step 1: Clean the wound immediately
Rinse alternately with running water and soapy water for 15 minutes to reduce the virus residual rate. Data shows that timely cleaning can reduce the risk of infection by 70%.
| Cleaning time | Reduced infection rates |
|---|---|
| 5 minutes | 30% |
| 15 minutes | 70% |
Step 2: Disinfection
Use iodophor or 75% alcohol for disinfection, and avoid using red liquid and other colored agents that may affect the doctor's judgment.
Step 3: Determine Vaccination
| Wound type | Solutions |
|---|---|
| Epidermal damage without bleeding | Clean + observe |
| bleeding wounds | Get vaccinated within 24 hours |
Step 4: Medical Assessment
The following situations require immediate medical attention:
1. The wound depth exceeds 1cm
2. Face/neck bites
3. Domestic dogs have not been vaccinated against rabies
3. Big data on preventive measures
| prevention methods | effectiveness |
|---|---|
| Regular dog vaccinations | 99% |
| Avoid provocative behavior | 85% |
| sterilization surgery | Reduce aggressiveness by 60% |
4. Selected Hot Questions and Answers
Q: Do I still need to be vaccinated if I am bitten by a dog that has been vaccinated?
A: According to WHO guidelines, unless the dog vaccine is 100% confirmed to be effective, it is recommended that humans be vaccinated.
Q: Why do docile pets bite people suddenly?
A: Hot cases show that 80% of "sudden attacks" are related to food protection, fear or disease pain.
5. Expert advice
1. Establish pet health files and record vaccination times
2. Learn dog body language (relevant popular science videos have been viewed more than 5 million times recently)
3. Children need to interact with pets under adult supervision
Conclusion:Through correct handling and scientific prevention, personal safety can be ensured, and the harmonious relationship between humans and pets can also be maintained. If you are bitten, please stay calm, follow the steps and seek medical attention promptly.
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