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My dog's tongue swelled up and she's drooling. What can I give her?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | spayed | 4 years and 11 months old | 80 lbs

My pups tongue suddenly swelled up. She is drooling alot. No fever, still drinking water, still wants attention. As far as I know she has not injured herself or eaten anything not allowed. She is breathing fine and her nose is cold and wet.

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 15th, 2019

It is possible she trying to eat a bee or other insect and got stung. You can try giving her some Benadryl. At 80 pounds she would need 3 of the 25mg capsules and you can give that same dose every 8-12 hours. If no improvement in 24-36 hours she really needs to see a vet.

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