Know what to do when you are bitten or scratched by an animal! Follow these first aid steps for animal bites and scratches: 1. Wash the wound immediately with soap and water for at least 10 minutes. 2. If soap is not available, the wound should be thoroughly and extensively washed with water. 3. Apply any antiseptic (ex. iodine) after wound washing. 4. Do not apply ointment, cream or wound dressing because it will favor growth of bacteria and occlude drainage of wound. 5. Avoid procedures that m