​Public health requests assistance regarding dog bite in Kincardine

Grey Bruce Public Health is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the owner of a dog involved in a biting incident that occurred Sunday, July 27, in the Municipality of Kincardine.

Just before 8 a.m., an individual was bitten while running along Boiler Beach Road.

The animal that bit the individual is described as a large-sized, tan-coloured dog. The animal was with a man wearing a ball cap, white shirt, and khaki shorts.

Staff at public health need to confirm the dog involved in this biting incident 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, contact Grey Bruce Public Health at 519-376-9420, Ext. 1530.