I have had a fright recently with my young man Flynn, it appears he is allergic to a pollen that has been around during the spell of hot weather we have experienced down in Pembrokeshire over the last few weeks.
He had been coming up in a few little lumps and bumps over his face and the bottom half of his legs and paws last week, I rang the Vet and had them verbally checked out, she had advised me not to be too worried, as long as Flynn was eating and drinking OK and they weren't sore or itchy...
Two days later, after I had taken him out for his evening stroll to the Quay for a swim and play in the grass his face suddenly ballooned to twice it's normally size and he couldn't open his eyes. The reaction had been gradually getting worse during the course of the week and resulted in this final, horrendous episode.
I was so frightened, yet he was still wagging his tail and wanting to wander around like normal!
I now give him Piriton three times a day and he has had a steroid injection.
As the Vet explained, it is so difficult to determine the exact 'something' that Flynn is allergic to, though it has to be something that has surfaced in the recent spell of hot weather. All eyes on Flynn, all the time from now!
Just another quick footnote, please bear in mind that the hot weather can encourage Adder's to come out and you and your dog may encounter a snake whilst walking the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path or playing in the sand dunes.
Please just ensure that you keep your eyes peeled for unwanted snakes that may harm yourself and dogs.
If you see an Adder (or any snake) while out on a walk, stay well clear and keep your dog away from it.
Signs of your dog being bitten can be mild, such as pain and swelling. If your dog is bitten by a snake, try to keep him calm, carry him and seek Veterinary assistance immediately.
Stay safe, well and observant and have a happy dog friendly holiday in Pembrokeshire.
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