As a survival tool, animals have developed a natural ability to hide the pain. As a result, they do not always show pain in a way that is obvious to us, their humans. The signs can often be subtle, ranging from a decrease in appetite or energy, sitting or lying in certain positions that indicate discomfort, to obvious signs like having difficulty with getting up or unexplained nipping or biting. These signs are often attributed to the ageing process, however, getting older does not mean they have to live in discomfort or pain.
Pain management and pain control are very important in pets. We will assess your pet’s history and after completing a physical exam, will put together a pain management plan. This may include but is not limited to, the use of natural and supportive therapies, lifestyle changes, pain medication and medical laser therapy treatments.
It is important to know that pets do not respond to medications in the same way as humans and as a result, human pain medications can pose a grave health risk to your pet. We strongly recommend you do not give your pet any human medications without discussing it first with your veterinarian.