Dog Bite Treatment

Bite Inspection & Wound Care

Minor scrapes or scratches from our pets are fairly standard and are easy to manage. However, a full bite from a dog can pose an issue if it is not properly cared for. Dog mouths, like those with other animals, are hosts for germs and bacteria. The biggest cause of concern with a dog bite is infection, so carefully cleaning the wound is a must. 

Pediatric Urgent Care of Rochester physicians will evaluate the dog bite and set up an appropriate treatment plan. 
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Wound Cleaning & Care

If your child has been bitten by a dog in the Chili, Brockport, Fairport, Greece, Henrietta, Irondequoit, Rochester, Spencerport, and Webster, NY areas, there are a few steps that you can take to treat the wound before you seek care. 

 

  • Wash the wound with lukewarm water & soap (minimal soap to avoid stinging sensations)
  • Rinse out the area for 5-10 minutes
  • Apply any kind of antibiotic ointment and bandage 

 

Pediatric Urgent Care of Rochester can then inspect the wound and provide further treatment. 



Visit Us for Pediatric Healthcare for those in Greece, NY & Beyond

Whether you need care for dog bites or other cuts and injuries, Pediatric Urgent Care of Rochester provides emergency child care to protect your little ones. Our professional staff is dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care in a comfortable environment to help your little ones heal. If your primary care doctor is unavailable, feel free to visit us for after-hours pediatric care. Our services are available to residents in Henrietta, Irondequoit, Rochester, Webster, Fairport, Greece, Chili, Brockport, Spencerport, NY, and the surrounding areas.