[header] How to take care of an injured stray puppy [title] Stay at a safe distance at first. [step] Before you approach a stray puppy, make sure the animal does not pose a threat to you. It is best to keep a safe distance from the animal while you try to figure out how serious its injuries are and what kind of help it needs. 
[substeps] If you get too close to the puppy, it might bite you, especially if it is frightened or in a lot of pain. [title] Use caution when approaching the injured puppy.