It happened at about 3 pm on Tuesday outside the Scotmid store in Lochside Road.
The white spaniel was tied up outside the shop and bit the 21-year-old man on the knee.
It was taken away afterward by a blonde woman, who police say may be unaware of the incident.
Officers are carrying out inquiries and want to trace the woman or speak to anyone with information. PC Ross Jack can be contacted via the 101 number.
Dog bites man
A MAN needed hospital treatment after he was bitten by a dog in Dumfries this week.
Colourful scenes at the carnival
COLOURFUL creations brought life and light to the centre of Dumfries on Saturday night as the town hosted the Big Burns Supper Carnival. Here's a few photos from the event, see this week's papers for many more.
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