On May 11, 2024, at around 5:30 p.m., a man was bitten by a large, brown shepherd-type dog in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. The incident occurred at the Maple Manor Hotel. Following the bite, the dog fled southeast between South Hastings Way and US Highway 53.
The Eau Claire City-County Health Department is now seeking the public’s assistance in locating this dog and ensuring that it is current on its rabies shots. A photo of the dog has been shared in an updated press release. If you have any information about the whereabouts of this dog, please contact the Eau Claire Communications Center at 715-839-4972. Your cooperation is vital in preventing any potential health risks associated with the bite. Copyright 2024 WEAU. All rights reserved.