Caleb wanted to go outside about 4 am. He did, briefly. We went to sleep (he and I) after, but then his barfing woke me at 8am. Then I realized that one eye was swollen nearly shut. I put some cold compresses on it, and then I saw a swelling under his other eye too. So then I figured he must have happened on a wasp nest, though I hadn't heard him yelp or anything. I did a few minutes of cold compresses and that's about it. (He's feeling fine and wanted to play with the rag instead.) He does "rub" his eyes and face alot, like to clean it.

I noticed the swelling getting worse and called the vet for approval of 25 mg of diphenhydramine (benedryl item.) The vet said 50 mg and again in 6 hours. But I only gave him 25mg to see how it affects him. (It used to zonk and scare Figaro.)

The swelling has increased from above the one eye to also below it now. If he doesn't fall asleep from the 25 mg soon, I think I'll give him another 25 mg. (It's only been an hour since the original small dose.)

Please consider praying for my Caleb. He's being such a good service dog for me. Thanks.