Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Grey Bruce Health Unit
Public Health Seeking Information About Dog Biting Incident In Port Elgin
The Grey Bruce Health Unit is seeking assistance from the public in finding the owner of a dog involved in a biting incident in Port Elgin.
On Monday, May 21, 2012, at approximately noon, a 13 year old boy was riding a bike on the Saugeen Rail Trail between CAW Rd. (Bruce County Road 25) and Izzard Road. He rode up behind two adults, male and female, who were walking two medium-sized, light coloured dogs. One of the dogs bit him. The dogs looked alike and were unleashed.
Staff of the Grey Bruce Health Unit need to confirm that the dog is not infectious with rabies. By verifying the health of the dog, the victim can avoid receiving the post-exposure rabies treatment. If you have any information related to this incident, please contact the Grey Bruce Health Unit at 519-376-9420.
Media Contact:
Robert Hart
Program Manager
Grey Bruce Health Unit
519-376-9420 or 1-800-263-3456 ext 1279
B.Hart@publichealthgreybruce.on.ca
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