What do I do if I am bitten by a dog or witness a dog attack?
Category:
Nuisance Animal
An active attack by a dog should be reported to 911.
A dog bite should be reported through metro non-emergency at 304-348-8111.
A dog bite should be reported as quickly as possible, ideally within the same day it occurred. The involved dog should be quarantined immediately or within 24 hours.
A dog bite report should include:
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- Victim’s information
- Owner’s information
- If possible, time and date when it occurred
- Description of the dog
- Photographs of the injuries
- Location of the dog.
Updated 2/3/2025 11:52 AM