If Your Cat Was Bitten By A Wasp

 

♦ If a cat was bitten by a wasp (or a bee) at the throat, mouth or nose - immediately contact a veterinarian, because swelling can block the airway.

♦ If a paw, tail or other body parts were bitten, make sure there is no stinger left in the wound. Carefully push aside the fur around the bite, if the stinger is there - grab a pair of tweezers, push them as close to the skin as possible and remove the stinger.

♦ The wound should be cleansed to prevent allergic reactions. Clean the affected area with a solution of baking soda (1 teaspoon of baking soda per 600 ml of water). If stung by a hornet - wash the affected area with a solution of vinegar (half part vinegar, half part water).

♦ If these measures did not help, wash the wound with soap and water, it will reduce swelling.

♦ After cleaning the wound, apply a cold compress to the place of the bite (piece of cloth soaked in ice-cold water, or wrap ice cubes in a tissue). This will help to relieve swelling of the skin.