09/02/2026
🐾 Could your pet be in pain?
Pets can’t tell us when something hurts, and many are surprisingly good at hiding discomfort. Signs of pain can be subtle, including:
• Slowing down or hesitating on stairs
• Difficulty jumping onto furniture or getting into the car
• Stiffness, limping, or trouble getting up
• Sleeping more or becoming less playful
• Changes in appetite or grooming
• Hiding, irritability, or avoiding touch
• Changes in posture or difficulty getting comfortable
The good news is that pain management in veterinary medicine continues to advance! In addition to traditional medications, rehabilitation, laser therapy, weight management, acupuncture, newer treatments such as monoclonal antibody therapies can provide another option for managing osteoarthritis pain in some dogs and cats.
These medications are designed to target specific pathways involved in pain and may be especially helpful when developing an individualized, multimodal pain-management plan.
🐶🐱 Getting older doesn’t have to mean living in pain. If your pet seems to be slowing down or just “not quite themselves,” talk with your veterinarian. Sometimes small changes at home are the first signs that they could use a little extra help feeling comfortable again. ❤️
