Our Labrador has been having some swelling in his face. It comes and goes. Sometimes it is from his nose all the way to his forehead and other times it is just spots on his nose. He did have one day of vomiting and diarrhea. His eyes will even look a bit droopy. It never stays swollen for long. The only thing I can think of is that it looks like he has been eating the leaves off one of my houseplants. Any suggestions if this doesn’t stop occurring soon?
Thanks, Renee
Hi Renee,
Well, we’re not vets and can’t/won’t diagnose online, but it does sound like its probably an allergic reaction to something in his environment. If you suspect your house plant is the problem move it away from him. Some plants can cause a lasting adverse condition and you don’t want that.
Hopefully that is the problem and moving the plant will handle it…
I’d take him in for a check up soon to rule out anything else that might be going on with your guy. We had a dog that would occasionally have swelling and it was a plant allergy that she’d get when we went on long walks in the country. I’ve seen other situations that were reactions due to an immune deficiency. Your vet can help pinpoint the cause for you.
Best Wishes,
Taylor
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my dog eats bees and his face swells up after getting stung i called the vet to ask what should i do i didn’t have money at the time and i told the vet i have no way of paying and she recommended giving him children’s benadril and that seemed to work just fine 🙂 hope this helps