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My dog kills hornets. Are stings dangerous? How can I repel hornets?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | unneutered | 7 years old

Hello, in the past few months i have had problems with hornets that fly around my house, and I could not help but notice that my dog has been biting and killing them, i want to know if it could be dangerous for the dog if he gets stung and if hornets are repeled by something to prevent them from comming near the house.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on August 22nd, 2018

Hello! Yes, stings from hornets are bad for dogs, and multiple stings are dangerous. It may be you have a nest of hornets near by, and that's why there are so many around your house. I would call an exterminator to come and kill the hornets. I hope this helps!

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