Steps from wikiHow
- Clean the wound immediately with soap and water, rubbing alcohol or hydrogen peroxide.
- Put pressure on the wound to stop bleeding.
- Hold the wound above your heart if the bite is on your hand or arm.
- Place a clean bandage over the wound.
- Assess the wound for signs of infection
- Get a tetanus shot if your primary series is incomplete or if more than five years have elapsed since your last shot.
- Determine the rabies vaccine status of the dog.
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