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Why is my stray puppy's face swollen, not eating, and crying?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 4 months and 17 days old

He is a stray pup. His left side of face is swollen and he doesn't eat or drink and keeps crying and upset

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Answered By Dr Stafford, BVetMed, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on March 18th, 2019

I would take Max to a vet to have his mouth examined. It could be an allergic reaction, traumatic injury or infection that id causing the swelling. It certainly needs addressed asap if it is causing him not to eat or drink.

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    Answered By Dr Stafford, BVetMed, MRCVS

    Veterinarian

    Published on

    I would take Max to s getti have his mouth examined. It could be an allergic reaction, traumatic injury or infection that id causing the swelling. It certainly needs addressed asap if it is causing him not to eat or drink.

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