06/09/2025
Yesterday's Friday Funday photos (Not so Funday for Nellie and Dotty 🐝) I didn't think I managed to get any usable pics on the walk but got a couple - literally moments before Dotty and Nellie got stung by wobbies! Gave them such a shock, both were monitored and cheered up during walkies and after, luckily theyre both all okay other than a little sore and a little sorry for themselves 😔 both got stung totally out of the blue when walking over some cut grass poor little poppets ❤️🐾
🐝 Do you know what to do if your cat or dog gets stung by a wasp or bee? 🐝
1. Check for the culprit and the stinger, don't pinch or pull them off if possible as stingers can get stuck or more poison can be released, use something firm like a bank card if poss, or your nail and try to swipe and scrape them away and off.
2. Stay calm yourself, keep them calm and reassure them, keep them occupied or settled whichever they seem most comfortable with and lots of TLC till they're feeling better
3. You can cool the area with a cool compress to reduce any swelling if needed and if they don't mind.
4. Use a bicarbonate of soda and water paste if you need to soothe bee stings, as they're acidic, or use white vinegar or apple cider vinegar to soothe wasp stings which are alkaline
5. Monitor for any allergic reactions or issues for 24hrs
See a vet if there's:
Multiple stings or stings in the mouth or on the face
Excessive swelling
Breathing issues
Vomiting or diarrhea
Weakness or collapse
Pale gums
Excessive drooling
Not settling after a few hrs rest
Check with a vet before giving any kind of antihistamines or if you're concerned about your furbaby or unsure of anything
Please do share any of your own experiences, tips and tricks 🐾💜
