Dog Bite Treatment - London
Dog bites carry high infection risk and need expert assessment. Same-day cleaning, antibiotics and tetanus advice in our Chelsea clinic. We irrigate the wound thoroughly under local anaesthetic and check for tendon or nerve damage before deciding on closure.
NHS Surgeon Led
Every procedure performed by experienced NHS surgeons.
Same-Day Appointments
Most patients seen within 24 hours.
Transparent Pricing
Fixed, published prices. No hidden consultation fees.
Chelsea, London
25 Ives Street - minutes from South Kensington.
CQC Registered
In cooperation with Ash Pro Skin Ltd, a CQC-registered care provider.
What we treat
- Adult and child dog bite wounds (5+)
- Hand and forearm bites (high risk)
- Facial dog bites
- Puncture wounds and lacerations
- Tetanus and rabies-risk advice
- Antibiotic prophylaxis
Who it's for: Anyone bitten by a dog. Bites to the hand, face, immunocompromised patients and children are highest priority.
What to expect
- 1
Call us immediately - bites are treated as urgent.
- 2
Surgical assessment of depth, contamination and tendon/nerve injury.
- 3
Thorough irrigation under local anaesthetic.
- 4
Most dog bites are left open or loosely closed to reduce infection.
- 5
Antibiotic prophylaxis (typically co-amoxiclav) and tetanus check.
Why dog bites need fast expert care
Dog mouths carry Pasteurella, Staph and anaerobes. Untreated bites - especially on the hand - frequently progress to deep infection. Early irrigation and prophylactic antibiotics dramatically reduce this.
Same-day dog bite care in Chelsea
Dr SOS provides direct, same-day access to surgical bite care without the A&E wait.
Frequently Asked Questions
Hurt today? Be seen today.
Same-day appointments with experienced NHS surgeons in Chelsea. Fast access to urgent minor surgical care when you need it most.