Two Women Bitten by Dog in San Antonio

Police say injuries were not life-threatening as they wait for Animal Care Services to take custody of the animal.

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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Two women in their 30s were bitten by a dog on the west side of San Antonio on Sunday afternoon. One woman was bitten on the arm and stomach, while the other was bitten on the back of the leg. The victims went to the hospital on their own and their injuries were not life-threatening. Police are waiting for Animal Care Services to take custody of the dog involved in the attack.

Why it matters

Dog attacks can raise concerns about public safety and animal control policies in a community. This incident highlights the need for responsible pet ownership and effective response from authorities when incidents occur.

The details

According to the San Antonio Police Department, emergency responders were called to the 100 block of Northwest 36th Street around 5 p.m. on Sunday. Multiple dogs were seen loose in the neighborhood, but only one was involved in the attack on the two women. The victims went to the hospital on their own and their injuries were not life-threatening.

  • The incident occurred around 5 p.m. on Sunday, February 16, 2026.

The players

San Antonio Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the dog attack and is waiting for Animal Care Services to take custody of the animal.

Animal Care Services

The local animal control agency that will take custody of the dog involved in the attack.

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The takeaway

This incident underscores the importance of responsible pet ownership and effective animal control policies to ensure public safety. It also highlights the need for swift and coordinated response from authorities when such incidents occur in the community.