Should I be concerned if my dog gets stung by a bee?

Speak to your veterinarian if you have any concerns After a bee sting, dogs will typically experience some level of swelling and discomfort, but if it’s their first time or you know your dog is prone to a more severe reaction, be sure to seek emergency veterinary attention.

How long do the effects of a bee sting last on a dog?

For most dogs, bee stings should improve within 12-24 hours. If new symptoms occur during that time, contact your veterinarian immediately. Some pets require hospitalization and intensive motoring.

What happens to dogs that get stung by a bee?

Dogs who have been stung by bees can experience very mild allergic reactions to very severe anaphylactic reactions. Mild reactions include: Sudden onset of yelping, whining or limping. Licking, chewing, pawing, or scratching at the bite site.

Do dogs feel pain when stung by a bee?

Wasp and bee stings are most common in spring, summer and early autumn months. Dogs are typically stung on their paws or around the face and usually only develop minor pain, irritation or swelling.

Should I give my dog Benadryl for a bee sting?

Benadryl is a safe and effective antihistamine for bee stings. Proper dosing for dogs is 1 mg per pound. Most Benadryl comes in 25 mg tablets, which is easier to dose for larger dogs but for small dogs, try children’s Benadryl in a 12.5 mg dose (the liquid option makes it easy!).

What can I give my dog for a bee sting?

Give Your Dog Benadryl® (diphenhydramine)

  • Give your dog a dose of diphenhydramine (e.g., Benadryl), as long your veterinarian has given your dog the okay to take it.
  • The typical dose of Benadryl (diphenhydramine) for dogs is 1 mg per pound of body weight (please refer to the warnings when giving your pet Benadryl).

How long will my dog be swollen after a bee sting?

Lucky dogs will get by with just a local reaction: redness, mild swelling, heat and potentially itching at the sting site. This usually goes away on its own within a day or so.

How do you treat a bee sting on a dog?

What to Do if Your Dog Is Stung by a Bee or Wasp

  1. Carefully remove the stinger with tweezers.
  2. Apply a paste of baking soda and water to the site of the sting.
  3. Apply an ice pack to relieve swelling and pain.
  4. Ask your vet about giving your dog a dose of oral antihistamine.
  5. Give your dog fresh water and watch them carefully.

How do you remove a bee stinger from a dog?

Remove the bee’s stinger by scraping a credit card over the affected area. Avoid using tweezers or your nails, since squeezing the stinger may release more venom into your pet. Wasps and hornets do not leave stingers behind.