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Diane's Paw Pals, Telford (2026)

17/06/2026

Everyone enjoyed the treats during visits today.

17/06/2026

In most cases, a bee or wasp sting will cause some mild pain and irritation but will not need any vet treatment.

🐝 WHAT TO DO IF YOUR DOG IS STUNG?🐝
• Remain calm
• Remove the Stinger (If a Bee Sting): Use a credit card or similar object to gently scrape below the venom sac to prevent further venom release. Do NOT use tweezers or nails, as they can squeeze more venom into the wound. Wasps do not leave stingers behind, so this step only applies to bee stings
• Soothe the area around the bite by bathing it in cool water
• Neutralize the Venom: For bee stings (acidic): Apply bicarbonate of soda. For wasp stings (alkaline): Apply vinegar.
• Apply a Cold Compress: Use an ice pack wrapped in a clean tea towel or a bag of frozen vegetables for 10 minutes. This helps reduce swelling and pain.
• Monitor for reactions: Check for swelling, hives, or signs of discomfort. Keep an eye out for delayed allergic reactions over the next few hours.

🐝WHEN COULD IT BE MORE DANGEROUS?🐝
It can be dangerous if your dog has been stung by a bee or wasp in their mouth as the swelling can block their airway and stop them from breathing. Multiple stings can be also be dangerous and some dogs might have an allergic reaction.

🐝SIGNS YOUR DOG MIGHT BE HAVING AN ALLERGIC REACTION🐝
• Difficulty breathing
• Swelling of the mouth, throat, eyes or ears
• Vomiting or diarrhoea
• Collapsing
• Weakness
• Drooling
• Having a seizure or fit

If you notice one or more of the signs of an allergic reaction when your dog has been stung, call your vet immediately.