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Animal Bites
County Health Services works in conjunction with the Sheriffs department and local city authorities to investigate and issue guidance on all animal bites both domesticated and wild. We are concerned with ensuring our Guthrie residents receive adequate treatment and are protected against disease.
My animal bit someone, now what?
- If your pet is not current on vaccinations, call your veterinarian and schedule an appointment.
- Quarantine the animal to your home for 10 days following the incident (keep the animal at your home, leash/tie out when outdoors)
- DO NOT rehome, dump or kill the animal.
- Monitor the animal for any changes in behavior or health. If you notice any changes contact your veterinarian immediately and then contact Guthrie County Public Health.
- Guthrie County Public Health will call or text to check in with you about your animal’s well-being, answer these calls or texts.
- If you do not answer the calls or texts from Public Health, local law enforcement will contact you.
- Public Health needs to know that the animal is alive and healthy throughout the 10-day quarantine, this is so the victim can be made aware if there are any concerns for rabies. Rabies shots are expensive and become the owner’s responsibility to pay for.
