Mark the date of the tick bite on your calendar and watch for symptoms of disease in the following weeks. Lyme Disease, transmitted by the dear tick, causes enlarged lymph glands and inflammation of the joints. Humans are susceptible to Lyme Disease and exposure to the disease can cause life-long consequences for both you and your pet. Bee stings cause pain and swelling. The mouth and face are usual sites of stings.
Some dogs are allergic to stings and can react badly.
Immediate veterinary care is essential if there is acute swelling to the mouth or throat. Bees leave a stinger embedded in the skin. With a magnifying glass, remove the stinger with tweezers. Ice the area with an icepack to reduce the swelling. Foxtails are barbed seeds of dried grasses and weeds, most common during the dry season.