Last week, a local police unit in Palma was compelled to intervene after a woman in her sixties sustained a severe lip injury when a small mixed-breed dog, lying at her side while she slept on a sofa, delivered what she described as an enthusiastic kiss. The victim required transport by ambulance to a hospital for treatment of the wound.
The event happened around 1:30 a.m. on the 28th, at a residence in the Can Pastilla area of Palma. The Palma Local Police 092 dispatch center received a call from a German woman requesting help after her dog inflicted the bite on her friend or companion, though the exact relationship to the victim was not immediately clear from the initial report.
The responding patrol found the injured woman, approximately sixty years old, with signs of intoxication and a deep facial laceration on her lip. She explained that she had fallen asleep on the sofa beside her dog, a small mixed-breed. Upon waking, she reported that the dog had given her a kiss on the muzzle in a moment she described as affectionate, and the animal subsequently bit her mouth. She added that the dog had never reacted in this manner before, which suggested an unusual trigger for the bite. The officers treated the account with care as they assessed the scene and the animal’s behavior in context of the evening’s events.
Given the apparent severity of the injury, the police requested an ambulance, and paramedics from the 061 health emergency service arrived to evaluate the victim. After examination, medical professionals decided to transport her to a hospital, noting that she would likely require sutures for the wound. The incident underscored the need for careful handling of household pets in close quarters, especially when alcohol consumption is involved, as it can influence behavior in both humans and animals. The medical team proceeded with standard wound management and monitoring before continuing follow-up care as needed.
The officers conducted a routine check on the dog and verified that the animal possessed the required microchip and that its vaccination records were up to date. These steps are part of the local protocol to ensure animal health and public safety, particularly in cases involving bite injuries. The owners complied with the documentation review, and no immediate public safety concerns were identified beyond the one-off incident, which authorities described as unusual given the dog’s previously calm history.
As the situation evolved, investigators collected statements from all parties present and reviewed the sequence of events to determine any underlying factors that could have contributed to the bite. The dog’s behavior, environmental conditions, and the state of the owners’ residence were all considered in the assessment. Local authorities reminded residents about responsible pet ownership, adherence to vaccination schedules, and the importance of seeking prompt medical care for any bite wounds. They also noted that while this case involved a household animal, pet owners should exercise caution with unfamiliar dogs in social settings and when guests are present. The investigation continued with an emphasis on public safety and the well-being of both the animal and the people involved, with findings to be reported in due course based on a complete review of the evidence and official statements.