City of Iowa City news release
On Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026, Iowa City Animal Services was notified of a dog bite.
The bite occurred around 4:15 p.m., Feb. 19, in front of Mayflower Residence Hall on Dubuque Street. The victim reported being bitten by a brown, Pitbull-type dog being walked by a young woman.
Iowa City Animal Services is seeking information on the rabies vaccination status of the dog. If anyone has any information, they are encouraged to contact Iowa City Animal Services directly at 319-356-5295 or the Iowa City Police Department at 319-356-6800.
What to do in the event of an animal bite
If you’ve been bitten, ask the owner of the animal for their contact information and if the animal is current on its rabies vaccination. Clean the bite with soap and water as soon as you’re able. Iowa City Animal Services recommends seeking medical attention to ensure there is no infection and filing a bite report to Animal Services or the Iowa City Police Department.
If your animal bites someone, inform both the victim and Animal Services of your pet’s rabies vaccination status. Bites must be reported for the health and safety of others. Failure to report a bite could result in a fine.