The short answer
Dogs wander many towns and temples, and monkeys live around places such as Swayambhunath and Pashupatinath. Most visits pass without trouble if you keep your distance, do not feed or tease animals, and keep food out of sight. If you are bitten or scratched, wash the wound at once with soap and clean running water for a good while, then get medical advice the same day.
Tell the doctor exactly what happened and which animal was involved, and ask whether a post-bite course is needed. Tell your insurer and your tour operator as well. Delay is the main risk with animal bites, so do not wait to see how it looks tomorrow.
Key facts
- First step
- Wash with soap and running water
- Next
- See a doctor the same day
- Also tell
- Insurer and tour operator
- Prevention
- Do not feed or tease animals
How it works
- Move away calmlyStep back from the animal without shouting or running.
- Wash the woundUse soap and clean running water for several minutes.
- See a doctor the same dayAsk whether a post-bite course is advised.
- Inform your insurer and operatorThey can help arrange care and paperwork.
Insider tip
Keep snacks zipped inside your bag near monkeys.
Avoid this
Do not wait and watch; get advice on the day it happens.
Related questions
Are monkeys dangerous?
They are wild animals and can bite or snatch items, so keep your distance and keep food hidden.
Should I pet temple dogs?
It is better not to; admire them from a distance.
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