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A dog bite can be painful, frightening, and confusing. Whether it happened today or several days ago, CRASH is here to help you understand what to do next and connect you with trusted professionals who can help.
Take A Breath.
Here's What To Do Immediately.
Move to a safe location
Get away from the animal and to a calm, secure place. Don't try to approach the dog again, even if it seems calm now.
Wash the wound thoroughly
Use soap and warm running water for several minutes. Cleaning early reduces the risk of infection, even for small punctures.
Seek medical attention as soon as possible
Even bites that look minor can carry infection or require a tetanus update. Urgent care or the ER should evaluate any break in the skin.
Document the incident
Note where it happened, the dog's breed and appearance, and the owner's information if you can get it. Take photos of the wound and the location.
Contact CRASH for guidance
Then take a breath. We'll help you understand what to do next and connect you with the right people, at no pressure.
Avoid These Common Mistakes.
Don't ignore even small bite wounds.
Puncture wounds can look harmless on the surface but trap bacteria deep inside. Many serious infections start with a bite that 'didn't seem that bad.'
Don't wait too long to seek treatment.
Risk of infection rises sharply within the first 24 hours. Rabies and tetanus prevention also depend on early evaluation.
Don't skip identifying the dog owner.
Without owner and vaccination information, doctors must default to the more aggressive treatment plan. Get the details if it's safe to do so.
Don't fail to photograph the injuries.
Wounds heal and bruising fades. Photos taken today are the only honest record of what the injury actually looked like.
Don't forget to document the location.
Where the bite happened matters: property, public space, leash status, signage. A few notes now can answer big questions later.
Don't post about the incident on social media.
Anything you share, even an innocent update, can be taken out of context. Keep the details between you, your providers, and CRASH.
A Clear Path
From Here.
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You contact CRASH.
A real person answers. No script. No phone tree.
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We understand what happened.
We listen first. The bite, the dog, the setting, and how you're feeling right now.
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We connect you with trusted professionals.
Vetted Arizona providers across medical, urgent care, imaging, and, when appropriate, legal.
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We help you understand your options.
Plain language. Honest answers. No pressure to decide anything before you're ready.
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You focus on healing.
While we guide the process and stay beside you, every step of the way.
When The Unexpected Happens,
You Shouldn't Face It Alone.
We guide.
We help you understand what to do, in what order, and why it matters.
We support.
We stand beside you from the first call through full recovery.
We educate.
We translate the medical, legal, and reporting steps into plain language.
We protect.
We watch over your interests so you can focus on healing.