how long should swelling last from a bee sting in my dogs mouth? Every dog's reaction to such trauma varies same as it does in humans. Could be minutes, hours, or days. read more
Just like in people, a bee sting can be serious; dogs are more likely to be stung because of their natural curiosity and playful nature. If a dog is stung by a bee or shows signs of a bee sting, remove the stinger if possible and seek professional help from your veterinarian. Bee stings can be successfully treated and sometimes prevented. read more
If you cannot see the vet, if the dog will let you feel the sting to see if a stinger needs to be pulled out that wouldbe good. You can also try using an ice cube against the spot for a minute or two to reduce pain and inflammation. read more
Most dogs will not have an allergic reaction to a bee sting but need to receive care for the sting wound and related pain. Pages 7-8 and 10-11 tell you how to reduce your dog’s swelling and pain. Some dogs will have an allergic reaction to a bee or wasp sting. read more
Every dog's reaction to such trauma varies same as it does in humans. Could be minutes, hours, or days. If you have given Benadryl with little to no response I'd suggest seeing your vet to make sure the stinger is out of the spot and to get stronger meds to help him with his reaction. read more