Public Health looking for another dog owner after pedestrian bitten in Sarnia

May 10, 2023

Lambton Public Health is seeking information about the location of
a dog and its owner after a pedestrian was bitten by a dog ed around 9:30 pm on Mondayoutside Vidal Variety in Sarnia.
The dog, described as a large Cane Corso with short, light brown fur, was being walked by a woman with black hair. The owner was seen wearing black hat, black jacket, and jeans, and is thought to be between 30 and 40 years of age.
If you have any information relating to the location of the dog and its owner, please contact Lambton Public Health at 519-383-8331 ext. 3533 or toll-free 1-800-667-1839. If the dog is not located and the health status of the animal verified, the victim will need to receive post exposure rabies shots.

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