Disaster workers who have been bitten by a dog should seek medical advice as soon as possible. If exposure to rabies is a possibility, post-exposure prophylaxis for rabies should be initiated. Rabies pre-exposure prophylaxis is recommended for disaster personnel.

Persons who are immune compromised should pay special attention if they are bitten by animals, because infections can be more severe in these people. Conditions that may cause immune suppression include chemotherapy treatment, diabetes, HIV infection, and removal of the spleen.