The Frederick County Health Department is seeking assistance from the public to locate a dog and its owner following an incident in which a girl was bitten. The incident occurred on November 11, 2026, at Baker Park Dog Park on North Bentz Street in Frederick. According to the Health Department, the owner left the park with the dog before exchanging contact information.
The dog involved is described as a medium to large, brown, Poodle-type canine. The owner is reported to be a man approximately 50 to 60 years old. The Health Department urges anyone who owns the dog, witnessed the biting incident, or has information that could help identify the dog or its owner to contact Frederick County Animal Control at 301-600-1544.
If Animal Control is able to locate the dog, they will facilitate a 10-day observation period. This is crucial for assessing whether rabies preventive treatment is necessary for the girl who was bitten. The Health Department emphasizes the importance of timely communication in these situations to ensure the safety of the community.
Residents are reminded of general actions to take if an animal bite or scratch occurs. This includes obtaining the owner’s name, address, and phone number, and reporting the incident to Animal Control. For wildlife encounters, it is advised to consult a veterinarian if applicable and to reach out to Environmental Health Services. In cases of exposure to an animal suspected of having rabies, individuals should contact Community Health Services.
For further information on rabies and related inquiries, residents can visit the Health Department’s website at Health.FrederickCountyMD.gov/Rabies.
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