What should you do if you are scratched by a puppy? ——Comprehensive guide and hot data analysis
Recently, incidents of pets hurting people have become one of the hot topics on social platforms. With the increase in the number of pet-raising families, how to correctly deal with scratches by puppies has become particularly important. This article will combine the hot data of the entire network in the past 10 days to provide you with structured solutions and attach relevant statistical information.
1. Emergency treatment steps for being scratched by a puppy

1.Clean the wound immediately: Wash with running water and soap for at least 15 minutes to reduce the risk of infection.
2.Disinfection: Use iodophor or alcohol to disinfect the wound to avoid bacterial growth.
3.Determine the severity of the injury: If the wound is deep, the bleeding does not stop, or the puppy has not been vaccinated, seek medical attention as soon as possible.
4.Get vaccinated: Decide whether to vaccinate against rabies or tetanus based on your doctor’s advice.
| Processing steps | critical operations | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| Clean the wound | Rinse with soap + running water for 15 minutes | Avoid squeezing the wound |
| Disinfect | Iodine/alcohol application | Avoid using red drops (may mask infection) |
| Medical judgment | Check bleeding and puppy vaccine status | It is best to get rabies vaccine within 24 hours |
2. Hot topics and statistics on the entire network
In the past 10 days, there have been more than 500,000 discussions on "pet scratches" on Weibo, Douyin and other platforms. The following are the TOP3 hot topics:
| Ranking | Topic content | Number of discussions (10,000) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | “Do I need a rabies vaccine after my puppy is scratched?” | 18.2 |
| 2 | "Pet Owner Liability and Compensation Disputes" | 12.7 |
| 3 | "Recommended medicines for household disinfection" | 9.5 |
3. Recommendations from authoritative organizations
According to the latest guidelines from the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention:
1.rabies vaccine: If the puppy’s origin is unknown or it has not been vaccinated, it must be vaccinated.
2.ten day observation method: While being vaccinated, you can observe whether the puppy is healthy and alive within 10 days.
3.Tetanus vaccine: If the wound is contaminated with soil or is deep, additional vaccination is required.
4. Preventive measures and pet raising suggestions
1. Vaccinate your pet regularly and trim its nails.
2. Avoid letting children play alone with pets.
3. Keep a first aid kit at home (including disinfectants, gauze, etc.).
Conclusion
Although scratches from puppies are common, it is important to treat them correctly. Combining hot-spot discussions and professional guidance, I hope this article can help you quickly respond to emergencies while promoting the popularization of scientific pet-raising concepts.
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