Iowa City Today

On Friday, May 26, 2023, Iowa City Animal Services received notification that a person had been bitten by a dog. The bite occurred around 7 a.m. May 26 in the 100 Block of Lincoln Avenue. The dog is described as having a medium-sized build with gray and white, medium-length fur. The woman walking the dog was walking a small, brown dog, as well.

Iowa City Animal Services is seeking information on the rabies vaccination status of the dog. If anyone has any information, they are encouraged to contact Iowa City Animal Services directly at 319-356-5295 or The Iowa City Police Department at 319-356-6800.

What to do in the event of an animal bite

If you've been bitten, ask the owner of the animal for their information and if the animal is current on its rabies vaccination. Clean the bite with soap and water as soon as you're able. Iowa City Animal Services recommends seeking medical attention to ensure there is no infection and filing a bite report to Animal Services or the Iowa City Police Department.

If your animal bites someone, inform both the victim and Animal Services of your pet's rabies vaccination status. Bites must be reported for the health and safety of others. Failure to report a bite could result in a fine.

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