Posted July 22 I saw a provider this morning and she cracks the door open and says come in. Before I knew what was happening her pit bull grabbed and bit my arm. I didnt really know what to do. I yelled OW! and she yelled at the dog. it definitely hurts. My forearm was bleeding cause of torn skin. I didnt need stitches but its still sore. She brought me to her sink and helped wash it off and disinfect it. We had our session(which took my mind off of the pain) and then she showed my the dogs papers and had his 3 years rabies shot. I really don't feel like going to an emergency room. I think I will be fine in a few days unless I start foaming at the Mouth. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 22 better safe than sorry, id still go to urgent care and have them wash the wound. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 22 I hope you got the session free, no reason that should have happened! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 22 Oh my gosh, both of you had to be mortified. Good grief! Then, how to explain this to someone at home..Yikes. I’m so sorry. I hope it heals quick. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 23 6 hours ago, Western ~P said: better safe than sorry, id still go to urgent care and have them wash the wound. When I lived in Colorado, medical folks push real hard to get details of the bite. They typically try to get address, relationship of the animal and why it bit. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 23 37 minutes ago, mustang said: When I lived in Colorado, medical folks push real hard to get details of the bite. They typically try to get address, relationship of the animal and why it bit. he should be savvy enough to make something up but thats if he even goes to get medical attention. he might just be good with hydrogen peroxide, neosporin and a band-aid. at any rate i wish him well 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 23 1 hour ago, mustang said: When I lived in Colorado, medical folks push real hard to get details of the bite. They typically try to get address, relationship of the animal and why it bit. Yes they do for sure. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 23 Yikes. I’m sorry that happened to you! Hopefully she gave you a heads up that she had a dog a the very least. 0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 23 So sorry this happened. If you decide not to get it checked out just watch for an infection. When I was bit by a pooch and went to Kaiser, they checked everything out and said most dog bites don't get infected (but cat bites do) they still prescribed antibiotics but said not to take them unless it got infected. It didn't. Take good care of yourself. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 24 Thank you all for the input. I appreciate the suggestions. I am 100% better than the other day and swelling is down. Definitely looks ugly right now, but I am sure it will get better..I am now just disappointed that I got bit, because I am definitely a dog person and this never happened to be before as an adult. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 24 1 hour ago, lurkernomore757 said: Thank you all for the input. I appreciate the suggestions. I am 100% better than the other day and swelling is down. Definitely looks ugly right now, but I am sure it will get better..I am now just disappointed that I got bit, because I am definitely a dog person and this never happened to be before as an adult. Don’t blame yourself. The dog is probably a fine pet, and probably hasn’t done this before either. I’m sure he/she got scared or spooked. Thank gosh it’s healing and you’re doing better, 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 26 Oh my.... I'm grateful the injury appears to be getting better. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 28 On 7/22/2024 at 2:44 PM, lurkernomore757 said: We had our session(which took my mind off of the pain) Wow, did you do doggy? I'm sorry that is a bad joke. But I was thinking about this, I don't think I could have continued with the session. I guess it matters how bad the bite was, but I think I would cancel and seek medical attention. Now my question is would I be required to pay a cancelilation fee? I think what if the roles were reversed. What if a provider came to my house for an Out Call and my dog bit her and she cancelled to go to the hospital. I think I would give her the full donation (Because I would feel guilty) or at least half. But what is the protocal for this? It does not have to be a dog bite, but any kind of injury. Anyway I hope you are feeling better. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 31 On 7/27/2024 at 7:57 PM, TML93 said: Wow, did you do doggy? I'm sorry that is a bad joke. But I was thinking about this, I don't think I could have continued with the session. I guess it matters how bad the bite was, but I think I would cancel and seek medical attention. Now my question is would I be required to pay a cancelilation fee? I think what if the roles were reversed. What if a provider came to my house for an Out Call and my dog bit her and she cancelled to go to the hospital. I think I would give her the full donation (Because I would feel guilty) or at least half. But what is the protocal for this? It does not have to be a dog bite, but any kind of injury. Anyway I hope you are feeling better. great point..I wonder the same thing now...I would think I woouldnt of paid a fee at all..I was already there and it was a trek getting to the incall. And I am a trooper. I once had a 103 fever and it finally broke so I got an outcall that night...LOL The bite is still healing,,Now my arm is yellow from all the bruising. Much better situation now but I think it will take another two weeks to heal 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted August 7 On 7/31/2024 at 7:25 AM, lurkernomore757 said: The bite is still healing,,Now my arm is yellow from all the bruising. Much better situation now but I think it will take another two weeks to heal the yellowing can be one good characteristic sign of healing. hope you’re doing better. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted August 8 My cat, 25 years recently died, and I was devastated. A few years ago, though, he got spooked by me; walking by him, he nipped me a little bit on my finger. Of course, my finger healed up and no, I never went to the doctor either. As far as I know, he’s never bit anyone else.. Animals, I believe that little bit of wild instinct in them, and that need to protect their surroundings. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
