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Provide the location where the incident occurred, including specific address details. Enter the names and contact information of the individuals involved (both the victim(s) and the animal owner). Describe the animal involved in the incident, including species, breed, color, and any identifying features.
Bite victims - the following shall apply: The investigating officer shall be responsible for notifying the bite victim of the medical results of the offending dogs confinement. Any cost to the victim for medical treatment resulting from an attacking or biting dog must be paid fully by the owner or keeper of the dog.
Apply an antibacterial ointment to the wound. This may help reduce the risk for infection. Put on a dry, sterile bandage. Contact your health care provider right away if the bite is on your neck, head, face, hand, fingers, or feet.
Dog bite wounds are a common problem and children are the age group at highest risk. Wounds are often multiple and generally involve the face or the limbs. Injuries include punctures, crushes, lacerations and avulsions of flaps.
Write down a detailed account of what happened on August 29th. Include all the events leading up to and following the incident, as well as any interactions you had with the person who claims to have been bitten by your dog. Continue to follow the instructions from the health department regarding quarantining your dog.

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Under this statute, an owner can be ordered to pay restitution if a court finds beyond a reasonable doubt that their dog is dangerous, and that it seriously harmed a person or animal. (Va. Code Ann. 3.2-6540(I)(2) (2024).)
The recommended first-aid procedures include immediate, thorough flushing and washing of all wounds with soap and water and application of Povidone Iodine or Antiseptic having virucidal activity. Washing of wounds is desirable up to 15 minutes and should be carried out as soon as possible with soap and water.

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