Dogs and Bee Stings
It’s widespread for dogs to be stung by bees and wasps. As naturally curious animals, dogs sniff around the garden and when they are out and about for their walk. This leaves them at risk of being stung. One of the most common reasons for visits to the vet is because a pet owner’s dog is stung by a bee in the mouth, on their nose or throat.
Bee stings of any magnitude are painful for a dog, but the sting is potentially dangerous to this area. The swelling of the stung area may make it difficult for your dog to breathe. Furthermore, some dogs may even have an allergic reaction to a bee sting, thus increasing the danger.
Do I need to go to the Vet if my dog is stung by a bee?
Case-by-case is whether your dog will need medical attention due to a bee sting. In severe cases, your dog may show signs of allergic reactions to a bee sting in general weakness, difficulty breathing or swelling. In this case, take action quickly and bring your dog to the vet.
Medical attention is also required for bee stings around your dog’s mouth or if your dog is stung multiple times. Stings around the mouth may affect your dog’s breathing, and various stings could potentially be dangerous and warrant a trip to the Vet.
Bee sting could potentially be Life Threatening to you dog
As well as being painful for your dog, bee and wasp stings are poisonous, and in some cases, stings can cause kidney problems and even be life-threatening. If you suspect your dog may need medical attention, do hesitate to seek professional help. Your vet will be able to better check for signs of allergic reaction and may prescribe antihistamines.
How to treat a bee sting on a dog
Aside from severe cases, a simple sting can be safely left alone. To reduce the pain, a home remedy for a dog bee sting can be made with water and baking soda and applied to the stung area. An ice pack in a towel can also reduce the swelling and help your dog from limping. Using apple cider vinegar on the stung area can also help counteract bee venom.
Home Remedy for Dog Bee Sting
Multiple essential oils can be used to ease bee stings.
Lavender can also be used as an essential oil for bee stings. Lavender oil has anti-inflammatory properties and can help relieve swelling in the stung area.
As a natural antiseptic, tea tree oil may ease pain from bee stings.
