{"id":102,"date":"2019-04-25T06:52:42","date_gmt":"2019-04-25T11:52:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zimmvet.com\/blog\/?p=102"},"modified":"2019-04-25T06:53:11","modified_gmt":"2019-04-25T11:53:11","slug":"signs-of-pain-in-pets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zimmvet.com\/blog\/signs-of-pain-in-pets\/","title":{"rendered":"Signs Of Pain In Pets"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

By Dr. Maria Krenz, DVM \u2013 ZimmVet-763-856-4848<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Common\nsigns of Pain in Pets<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Many pet owners think that\ntheir pet must not be in pain because they are not yelping or crying. Often\npets hide their pain, the signs they show are more subtle. For pets this is a\nsurvival mechanism and if they show pain by vocalizing they are more likely to\nfall prey to another animal. Listed are the most common signs that pets will\nshow when they are having pain. If you have concern that your pet is painful schedule\nan appointment with your veterinarian.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Eye Pain<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
  • Squinting<\/li>
  • Eye discharge<\/li>
  • Rubbing at the face<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Ear Pain<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
    • Head shaking<\/li>
    • Scratching or\nrubbing at the ears<\/li>
    • Ear odor or\ndischarge<\/li>
    • Tilting the head<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Mouth Pain<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
      • Change\nin eating habits, dropping food<\/li>
      • Chewing\non one side<\/li>
      • Bleeding\nfrom the mouth<\/li>
      • Odor\nfrom the mouth<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Joint Pain<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
        • Limping<\/li>
        • Holding\nup a leg<\/li>
        • Licking\nover the joints<\/li>
        • Change\nin gait<\/li>
        • Unwilling\nto jump or use stairs<\/li>
        • Decreased\ngrooming (cats)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          Skin Pain<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
          • Licking\nor chewing <\/li>
          • Scratching<\/li>
          • Rolling\nor rubbing<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            General Pain<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
            • Hiding<\/li>
            • Decreased\neating and drinking<\/li>
            • Not\ninteracting with people or other pets<\/li>
            • Decreased\nactivity<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              Disclaimer:  This\nwritten content is meant to be educational and is not medical advice.  Always consult a veterinarian about medical\nadvice for your pet.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

              By Dr. Maria Krenz, DVM \u2013 ZimmVet-763-856-4848 Common signs of Pain in Pets Many pet owners think that their pet must not be in pain because they are not yelping or crying. Often pets hide their pain, the signs they show are more subtle. 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