How To Treat Dog Bee Stings
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By: Brandon Roe
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2009-10-04 21:20:27 |
Dog bee stings may not be noticeable at first for the reason that your Fido may not show any signs of being in pain.
Just like humans, dogs can be allergic to bee stings that may result to a more serious health problem. The good news is that bee sting treatment in dogs is almost the same as treatments in humans who have been stung by these buzzing creatures. This article will help you locate and treat the bee stings in your pet.
First, you need to trace and remove the stinger. A stinger looks like a black barb positioned in the middle of the sting. You can eliminate it by making use of your fingernail, spoon or credit card and scraping the surface of the skin where the stinger is located. Avoid pinching or compressing the stinger because it will elicit more toxins.
Some dogs may have no stingers left on their skin.
What you should assess is any allergic reaction that your pet may exhibit when stung by a bee. Signs or symptoms of allergy may include, but are not limited to, difficulty in breathing and swallowing, losing consciousness, asthma-like symptoms, excessive barking that can be followed by fainting, and inflammation around the area of the bee sting.
Occasionally, allergy in dogs brought about by bee stings can also cause seizures.
Dog bee stings should be immediately seen by a vet so appropriate medical treatment can be given. Keep in mind that home treatments will not be adequate when your dog demonstrates an allergic reaction.
The medicines prescribed and given to dogs that are drawing out allergic reaction are steroids, epinephrine, and antihistamines. If you notice any of the above symptoms in your dog, it is vital that you phone the vet and ask them if they can recommend any medicine you have at home which you can administer to your dog promptly. You should also make arrangements with the vet to cure your dog right away.
If your Fido has been stung by a bee but does not show any indicator of an allergic reaction, then you can cure the injury at home. Use some ice to lessen the swelling, itching, and pain. To neutralize the 's acid, apply a baking soda paste to the affected area. When your dog is stung inside his mouth, you should look for allergy signs after a few hours. Note that inflammation caused by a mild allergic reaction can hamper your dog's airway.
Some dogs find it irresistible to snap at things flying in the air. If your Fido loves to do the same, you should be alert of bee activity when you leave your dog outside. To prevent dog bee stings, you should trim the grass on your backyard and get rid of flowering weeds like dandelions that attract hornets and bees. On your next vet visit, ask about a medical kit containing a medicine that can counteract the effects of bee stings. It's vital that you recognize how to administer this drug appropriately to prevent misusing it and offsetting an anaphylactic attack from bees without delay.
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