{"id":4874,"date":"2022-10-03T03:15:28","date_gmt":"2022-10-03T03:15:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-bites-a-vet\/"},"modified":"2022-10-04T12:26:09","modified_gmt":"2022-10-04T12:26:09","slug":"what-happens-if-my-dog-bites-a-vet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-bites-a-vet\/","title":{"rendered":"What happens if my dog bites a vet?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-bites-a-vet\/#What_happens_if_my_dog_bites_a_vet\" title=\"What happens if my dog bites a vet?\">What happens if my dog bites a vet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-bites-a-vet\/#What_do_vets_do_when_dogs_bite\" title=\"What do vets do when dogs bite?\">What do vets do when dogs bite?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-bites-a-vet\/#Should_I_take_my_dog_to_the_vet_for_a_dog_bite\" title=\"Should I take my dog to the vet for a dog bite?\">Should I take my dog to the vet for a dog bite?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-bites-a-vet\/#Why_does_my_dog_try_to_bite_the_vet\" title=\"Why does my dog try to bite the vet?\">Why does my dog try to bite the vet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-bites-a-vet\/#Does_a_dog_have_to_be_put_down_if_it_bites_someone\" title=\"Does a dog have to be put down if it bites someone?\">Does a dog have to be put down if it bites someone?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-bites-a-vet\/#Can_I_get_in_trouble_if_my_dog_bites_the_vet\" title=\"Can I get in trouble if my dog bites the vet?\">Can I get in trouble if my dog bites the vet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-bites-a-vet\/#How_do_groomers_handle_aggressive_dogs\" title=\"How do groomers handle aggressive dogs?\">How do groomers handle aggressive dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-bites-a-vet\/#When_should_I_take_my_dog_to_the_vet_after_an_attack\" title=\"When should I take my dog to the vet after an attack?\">When should I take my dog to the vet after an attack?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-bites-a-vet\/#What_is_considered_a_serious_dog_bite\" title=\"What is considered a serious dog bite?\">What is considered a serious dog bite?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-bites-a-vet\/#Do_I_need_antibiotics_for_dog_bite\" title=\"Do I need antibiotics for dog bite?\">Do I need antibiotics for dog bite?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-bites-a-vet\/#How_do_I_calm_my_dog_down_before_going_to_the_vet\" title=\"How do I calm my dog down before going to the vet?\">How do I calm my dog down before going to the vet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-bites-a-vet\/#What_to_do_with_a_dog_that_hates_the_vet\" title=\"What to do with a dog that hates the vet?\">What to do with a dog that hates the vet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-bites-a-vet\/#Why_does_my_dog_hate_the_vet_so_much\" title=\"Why does my dog hate the vet so much?\">Why does my dog hate the vet so much?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-bites-a-vet\/#Do_dogs_feel_guilty_after_they_bite\" title=\"Do dogs feel guilty after they bite?\">Do dogs feel guilty after they bite?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-bites-a-vet\/#What_is_the_one_bite_rule_for_dogs\" title=\"What is the one bite rule for dogs?\">What is the one bite rule for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-my-dog-bites-a-vet\/#What_triggers_a_dog_to_bite\" title=\"What triggers a dog to bite?\">What triggers a dog to bite?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_my_dog_bites_a_vet\"><\/span>What happens if my dog bites a vet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3\" style=\"margin: 8px 0; clear: both;\">\n<div id=\"cnt_rb_271118\" class=\"cnt32_rl_bg_str\" data-id=\"271118\"><span style=\"font-family: var(--global-body-font-family);\">Someone who\u2019s taking care of a dog may be just as liable as the legal owner in lawsuits based on dog-bite statutes, negligence, or the \u201cone-bite rule.\u201d Many courts have found that vets, vet technicians, groomers, and kennel operators should be considered the owners or \u201ckeepers\u201d of dogs under their care\u2014which means they<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-do-vets-do-when-dogs-bite\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_vets_do_when_dogs_bite\"><\/span>What do vets do when dogs bite?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Call Your Vet<\/p>\n<p>Unless the bite is truly just superficial (on the surface of the skin), your dog should be seen by your veterinarian after being bitten. Your dog\u2019s veterinary team will be able to make sure the wound is totally clean, and your vet can prescribe antibiotics to prevent infection.<\/p>\n<div class=\"entry-content-asset videofit\">\n<div class=\"jetpack-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Dog Bites Dog - Vet Advice\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/9xiMXTrCtYw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"should-i-take-my-dog-to-the-vet-for-a-dog\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_take_my_dog_to_the_vet_for_a_dog_bite\"><\/span>Should I take my dog to the vet for a dog bite?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Small puncture wounds from canine teeth can close over rapidly and can easily be missed. Therefore, if your dog has been in a fight with another animal, you should take him to your veterinarian for an examination as soon as possible. If you can see obvious bite wounds, you should seek immediate veterinary attention.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"why-does-my-dog-try-to-bite-the-vet\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_try_to_bite_the_vet\"><\/span>Why does my dog try to bite the vet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Many dogs are afraid when they come to the veterinary office and may show this fear as submissive urination, panting, drooling, avoidance, growling, snapping or biting. Most dogs that are aggressive at the veterinary office are exhibiting fear related aggression.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/58wNs7MJj5Q\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"does-a-dog-have-to-be-put-down-if-it-bites\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_a_dog_have_to_be_put_down_if_it_bites_someone\"><\/span>Does a dog have to be put down if it bites someone?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In California, a dog that bites someone is not required to be put down since the owners of the dog are held liable for your injury \u2013 not the dog itself. Many of our clients would never open a dog bite case if they knew the animal was at risk of being euthanized.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"can-i-get-in-trouble-if-my-dog-bites-the\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_get_in_trouble_if_my_dog_bites_the_vet\"><\/span>Can I get in trouble if my dog bites the vet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Someone who\u2019s taking care of a dog may be just as liable as the legal owner in lawsuits based on dog-bite statutes, negligence, or the \u201cone-bite rule.\u201d Many courts have found that vets, vet technicians, groomers, and kennel operators should be considered the owners or \u201ckeepers\u201d of dogs under their care\u2014which means they<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-197237\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Can-I-get-in-trouble-if-my-dog-bites-the-vet-300x188.jpg\" alt=\"Can I get in trouble if my dog bites the vet\" width=\"504\" height=\"316\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Can-I-get-in-trouble-if-my-dog-bites-the-vet-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Can-I-get-in-trouble-if-my-dog-bites-the-vet-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Can-I-get-in-trouble-if-my-dog-bites-the-vet-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Can-I-get-in-trouble-if-my-dog-bites-the-vet.jpg 1100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 504px) 100vw, 504px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-do-groomers-handle-aggressive-dogs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_groomers_handle_aggressive_dogs\"><\/span>How do groomers handle aggressive dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Groomers might cover an aggressive dog\u2019s face with a towel while moving the dog. Aggressive dogs are restrained with a loop and most groomers have muzzles on hand for the toughest dogs. Neither of these devices will hurt your dog. Both ensure your dog stays on the table during the groom for her own safety.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"when-should-i-take-my-dog-to-the-vet-after\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_I_take_my_dog_to_the_vet_after_an_attack\"><\/span>When should I take my dog to the vet after an attack?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your pet is breathing heavily, or faster than 40 breaths per minute, or if their gums are pale\/blue\/purple you should seek emergency veterinary care immediately. If your dog is limping or unable to walk, they need to see an emergency veterinarian. Dogs can be stoic and hide their pain very well.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/rYOCeJ1ztZ4\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-considered-a-serious-dog-bite\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_considered_a_serious_dog_bite\"><\/span>What is considered a serious dog bite?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Level 4: the dog bites once with punctures deeper than the length of the canine (the dog bit and clamped down) or the bite produces slashes in both directions from the puncture which indicates that the dog bit and shook his head. This type of bite is very serious.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"do-i-need-antibiotics-for-dog-bite\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_I_need_antibiotics_for_dog_bite\"><\/span>Do I need antibiotics for dog bite?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Bite wounds may be closed if cosmetically desirable. However, wounds at high risk of infection should be left open. Antibiotic prophylaxis should be used for high-risk bite wounds and considered for average-risk wounds.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-197238\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Do-I-need-antibiotics-for-dog-bite-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Do I need antibiotics for dog bite\" width=\"548\" height=\"365\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Do-I-need-antibiotics-for-dog-bite-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Do-I-need-antibiotics-for-dog-bite-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Do-I-need-antibiotics-for-dog-bite.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 548px) 100vw, 548px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-do-i-calm-my-dog-down-before-going-to\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_calm_my_dog_down_before_going_to_the_vet\"><\/span>How do I calm my dog down before going to the vet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>5 Tips for Reducing Your Dog\u2019s Stress During Vet Visits<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Reward Good Behavior. Bring plenty of treats to reward your dog\u2019s good behavior from the waiting room to the exam table.<\/li>\n<li>Keep Them Occupied.<\/li>\n<li>Start with a Happy Visit.<\/li>\n<li>Try Practice Runs.<\/li>\n<li>Use Calming Supplements.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-4\" style=\"margin: 8px 0; clear: both;\">\n<p><!-- \u0420\u0435\u043a\u043b \u0432 \u0441\u0442\u0430\u0442\u044c\u0435 3 --><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-to-do-with-a-dog-that-hates-the-vet\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_do_with_a_dog_that_hates_the_vet\"><\/span>What to do with a dog that hates the vet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Visit the Vet\u2019s Office Socially<\/p>\n<p>Try to make arrangements with your veterinarian\u2019s office to stop by several times for nothing more than a social call. Ask the receptionist to give your dog a few treats and some friendly petting, and soon your dog may look forward to visiting the vet.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/VUhjepUxnUU\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"why-does-my-dog-hate-the-vet-so-much\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_hate_the_vet_so_much\"><\/span>Why does my dog hate the vet so much?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It\u2019s not uncommon for animals to be scared when entering a veterinary clinic, but there may be a simple reason for their recurring fear: the scent of the clinic itself. It is the presence of pheromones, especially fear pheromones, that could be causing your furry friend to experience anxiety and discomfort.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"do-dogs-feel-guilty-after-they-bite\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_dogs_feel_guilty_after_they_bite\"><\/span>Do dogs feel guilty after they bite?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Work with a vet or veterinary behaviorist to determine why your dog lashed out. When a dog bites its owner, there are often a gamut of feelings: shock, disbelief, anger, hurt and sometimes guilt. Often, your first thought or fear is that your dog might have to be given up. However, this is not necessarily the case.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-the-one-bite-rule-for-dogs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_one_bite_rule_for_dogs\"><\/span>What is the one bite rule for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Primary tabs. A rule that says that the owner of a domesticated animal (e.g., a dog) will be held strictly liable for injuries caused by the animal only if the owner knew or should have known about the animal\u2019s dangerous or vicious propensities, which have been manifested in the past.<\/p>\n<div class=\"entry-content-asset videofit\">\n<div class=\"jetpack-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Dog BITES Its Owner! How I Fix It Quickly!\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/81YPdZzQqkg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-triggers-a-dog-to-bite\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_triggers_a_dog_to_bite\"><\/span>What triggers a dog to bite?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A dog may bite to defend itself, its territory, or a member of its pack. A mother dog fiercely protects her puppies as well. Startling a dog by waking it up or suddenly approaching it from behind can provoke it to bite. Running away from a dog, even during play, can likewise provoke a bite.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents What happens if my dog bites a vet?What do vets do when dogs bite?Should I take my dog to the vet for a dog bite?Why does my dog try to bite the vet?Does a dog have to be put down if it bites someone?Can I get in trouble if my dog bites&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":197226,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"default","_kad_post_title":"default","_kad_post_layout":"default","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"default","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"default","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[619],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-happens-if-my-dog-bites-a-vet.jpeg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4874"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4874"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4874\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":30673,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4874\/revisions\/30673"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/197226"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4874"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4874"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4874"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}