Try antih istamines to reduce itchiness. Animal bites, for instance by a bat, skunk, raccoon, fox, cat or dog, always carry some danger of infection, especially if the bite is deep, and possible risk of rabies. Allow some bleeding, to help cleanse the wound. Wash wound site with soap and water for several minutes to remove the animal s saliva and rinse well with running water. If wound is on armor leg, apply a firm bandage.
Snake bites can be a danger in Northern Canada.
They are puncture woun ds with swelling and local skin discolouration. Although the vast majority of snakes are not poisonous, some bites can cause violent reactions with pain, nausea, vomiting, weakness, vision blurring, sweating, difficulty breathing, speech slurring, paralysi s and convulsions. Stay calm and reassure the casualty, persuade him or her to lie down and move the affected part as little as possible. Do not attempt to suck out venom, nor apply ice. If the bite is on a limb, splint to immobilize, and take the casualty to the nearest medical centre, moving the bitten part as little as possible.