Tyson found a CENTIPEDE
Is Your Dog at Risk from Centipedes?
Centipedes may be small, but that doesn’t mean they can’t hurt your dog. In fact, some centipedes contain venom that can potentially cause serious health problems in dogs, including illness and even death. Because of this risk, it’s important to know if your dog is at risk from centipedes so you can know what to look out for and how to treat any possible symptoms that might appear. Read on to learn more about whether or not your dog could suffer ill effects from a centipede sting or bite, as well as steps you can take to keep them safe.
Tyson found a Centipede and attack it!
I was watching the news and Tyson was on the floor and then jumped up. Tyson ran to the wall and started smelling the floor. Seconds later a centipede was running away from him. I got up and tried to move Tyson away from it while keeping eyes on where it was running too. Tyson was not coperative as he was in hunt mode. I killed the centipede and notice Tyson started rubbing his face. This put me in a panic if he was stung or not. I didn't see anything; thus starting my 24 hour observation as Tyson has allergeys to eveything. No signs of swelling, nothing wrong with him, but I still worried about what could happen.
So here is how you can tell if your dog is allergic to a centipede bite:
Itching and scratching.
Hives and red marks.
Swelling of the face, ears, lips, eyelids, or earflaps.
Red and inflamed skin.
Diarrhea or change in toilet habits.
Vomiting and nausea.
Sneezing and snorting.
Itchy ears.
Chronic ear infections.
Itchy and runny eyes.
Constant licking in one place.
Centipedes Vs Dog
All centipedes are predatory arthropods; venomous insects which can inflict painful bites on dogs. However, they are not a serious threat to your dog's health. Dogs who have been bitten by centipedes usually experience localized swelling, pain, redness and irritation. The effects of a centipede bite usually last only a few days or weeks, depending on your dog's reaction to it. While it is possible for a severe allergic reaction to occur after being bitten by a centipede, these instances are rare in dogs.
Learn more centipedes.
Why Are They Dangerous ?
Although most centipedes aren’t inherently dangerous to dogs, some can cause problems if they inject venom into your pet. The scariest thing about centipede bites is that they are very hard to detect and immediately treat, so here’s how you can make sure your dog doesn’t get poisoned by one.
Where Do They Live
Outdoors, centipedes can be found under rocks and logs in wooded areas. In homes, they tend to live in dark areas like corners or basements. People typically see centipedes when they’re foraging for prey or running away from a predator (like a dog). Since humans are generally bigger than centipedes, it’s rare that we actually encounter one face-to-face.
How Do They Behave
First, let’s cover how centipedes behave. On average, they live for a few years and measure about one to two inches long when fully grown. In that time, they molt—or shed their exoskeleton—and grow in size about 10 times, after which they go into another stage called diapause or hibernation during which they do not eat or drink.
The Bigger Picture – Protecting your pet against other dangers
While centipedes may cause more of a reaction in dogs than some other dangers, there are many other risks to be aware of that can affect your pet. If you have any questions about protecting your dog, don’t hesitate to reach out to us! We’re always happy to help.
Bottom Line Conclusion
Dogs can be stung by centipedes, but it’s quite rare. The good news is that your pup should be okay so long as he doesn’t get stung more than once or twice.
