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My Dog Ate a Stink Bug What Should I Do?

Kyoko

June 2, 2020
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My Dog Ate a Stink Bug What Should I Do?

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Does your dog like snapping at flying insects that whizz by his head? During the warmer months, flying insects of all kinds become very numerous and busy, including stink bugs!

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What is a Stink Bug?

Stink bugs are large insects that are sometimes shaped like a shield (here, think shields that were used in medieval times), or even like an oval. The reason they’re called “stink bugs” is due to the odor they release, which is created by glands in their abdomen. Scientists are completely sure, but they believe the bugs release this odor as a form of protection. Whatever causes them to release the odiferous compound, the smell is pretty bad, you could even say it’s pretty nasty.

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To top it off, the bugs also have secretions that make them taste very bitter. These secretions can make a dog drool or vomit if he happened to catch and eat the insect.

Why Would a Dog Eat a Stink Bug?  

Dogs are not discerning eaters; in fact, they’re notorious for eating all kinds of things. Dogs have been known to eat and swallow socks, kids’ toys, and more. And some dogs seem to find it fun to catch and eat insects.

Are Stink Bugs Poisonous to Dogs?

The good news is they are not, in spite of the odor stink bugs release. And as far as we know, dogs don’t suffer from any long-term effects after eating stink bugs. If your canine companion has eaten a stink bug, most likely he’ll be just fine and suffer no ill effects.

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Possible Side Effects After Eating a Stink Bug

Having said that, dogs may suffer some short-term health effects from the stink bug. These can include:

  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Secretions can cause drooling, eye irritations

The drooling and eye irritation may occur within seconds after being sprayed with the chemical from the bugs. The vomiting and diarrhea may happen withing 8-12 hours and won’t last too long.

So, if your fur baby happens to eat a stink bug, the worst that may happen is the drooling and eye irritation, or a tummy upset. These won’t last long, and before you know it, your pup will be back to his normal self! He may, however, be more wary of stink bugs in the future!

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Kyoko

Kyoko is from a family of 3 and moved to New York with her parents and siblings when she was 13. Kyoko is fond of spending a great amount of time with pets, specifically her beagle Luna and cat Missy. Her boyfriend often complains that she spends too much time giving attention to their animals. Kyoko has written dozens of articles concerning pets and is aiming at owning a pet shop one day!

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Alice says:
October 15, 2020 at 3:57 pm

Yeeesh! I hate the smell of the stink bug myself. I can’t imagine what it would feel like inside my dog’s stomach. I do not even want to be in there. But I’m glad it’s not poisonous or neither will it bring harm to the dog that swallowed it.

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Beatrix says:
October 20, 2020 at 4:46 am

Dogs are different, remember? They instinctively want to eat anything that comes their way – whether it smells nice or otherwise.

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Constance says:
October 15, 2020 at 3:58 pm

When my dog swallowed a stink bug, it took him 3 days to stop drooling excessively. It was a nightmare for us but I’m glad we eventually got over it.

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Piers says:
October 20, 2020 at 4:47 am

I can relate to that. It can be really devastating for both the dog and its owner.

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