LIVINGSTON PARISH - Authorities say a small child was sent to the hospital via AirMed after being bitten by a dog Thursday afternoon.

The incident happened at a private business north of Highway 1019 just after 1 p.m. 

The Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office tells WBRZ the child's injuries do not appear to be life threatening.

Officials did not specify the dog's breed.

An investigation is underway.