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The robust advances in pain management for companion animals underlie the decision of AAHA and AAFP to expand on the information provided in the 2007 AAHA/AAFP Pain Management Guidelines for Dogs and Cats. The 2015 guidelines summarize and offer a discriminating review of much of this new knowledge. Pain management is central to veterinary practice, alleviating pain, improving patient outcomes, and enhancing both quality of life and the veterinarian-client patient relationship.

pain management 15 signs of pain in dogs (PDF)

How to tell if your cat is in pain

How to tell if your dog is in pain

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are one of the most powerful medications available for veterinary use to control pain. NSAIDs are commonly prescribed for chronic pain conditions such as osteoarthritis and also for acute pain following surgical or dental procedures.