Springfield boy hospitalized from dog bites

SPRINGFIELD, Ore. (AP) — A 1-year-old boy has been hospitalized after a dog bit him in the head and face in Springfield.

The Register-Guard reports (https://is.gd/Gnjq1B ) that emergency crews responded Tuesday to reports of the toddler being bitten by a Jack Russell terrier. The child was taken to PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend in Springfield for treatment.

Police say Springfield animal control is handling the case.