Pain

Signs & symptoms of parvovirus in dogsDogs with parvovirus may vomit and have bloody diarrhea with abdominal pain. Often the diarrhea has an unusually offensive odor caused by blood in the stool. With parvo, intestinal bleeding occurs in the small intestine so that the blood is partially digested and passes out as black, tarry feces (melena).Dogs with parvovirus become thin and weak. They are dehydrated and the...

Is your horse showing signs of discomfort or suffering? Signs that your horse might be in pain include restlessness, loss of appetite, or lying down more than usual. Horse pain is usually associated with injury, arthritis, or a musculoskeletal disorder. Although a homeopathic remedy could offer some relief, prescription pain medication may be necessary to treat more severe pain. Prescription pain medication...

Often, a sign of your cat experiencing pain can be a simple change in behavior. Many cats will hide more, or show reluctance to handling or affection. With more severe pain, this may be accompanied by increased aggression and vocalization (meowing). Cats may hiss or growl when being handled or touched. Others will become very stiff or reluctant to move, and may...

In recent years we have become increasingly aware of dogs' susceptibility to pain. Pain management is becoming a routine part of veterinary medicine and many state veterinary medicine practices are now implementing laws regarding dog pain management to help guide veterinarians. Sometimes pain is temporary or acute, while in other instances pain is persistent or chronic. Acute pain usually results from surgery...

Like humans, pets are susceptible to pain. Pain management is becoming a routine part of veterinary medicine, and even many state veterinary medicine practice acts now implement laws for pain management in pets to help guide veterinarians. Pain can be temporary or acute, or persistent and chronic. Acute pain usually results from surgery or sudden damage to muscles, bones, or other parts...

If your dog has recently undergone surgery or has arthritis pain, your veterinarian may prescribe pain medications, commonly known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs). These prescription pain medications are formulated to relieve: Inflammation Fever Pain caused by joint dislocations, arthritis, and cancer NSAIDs work by blocking the pain-inducing molecules to prevent pain and inflammation, allowing your dog to move and exercise with...