Pet Pain Relief
Specialist pain relief for dogs and cats — Somerset & Devon
Articles
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Benefits of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound for Dogs
The initial consultation for diagnosing lameness in dogs is crucial for selecting the appropriate imaging modality. A thorough assessment helps identify the best techniques, such as musculoskeletal ultrasound, which is effective for soft tissue…
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Why making vet visits ‘no big deal’ is our aim
Vet visits can cause anxiety in both pets and their owners, triggering the release of adrenaline and cortisol. These stress hormones not only prepare animals for fight or flight but can also mask pain,…
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Neuropathic pain in dogs and cats
Neuropathic pain describes pain arising from any part of the sensory nervous system and can be a complex and difficult-to-treat presentation of pain. Anatomically we can divide sources of neuropathic pain into central (affecting…
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Different types of pain
A seemingly ‘simple’ disease such as arthritis can be associated with multiple sources and types of pain – listen to a brief overview here
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Quality of life in chronic pain
Pain is commonly considered a marker of negative welfare, and the importance of preventing pain in animals is reflected within a number of laws in the UK e.g. the Animal Welfare Act 2006 provides…
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Treatment of femoral neuropathic pain
In some cases of neuropathic pain, steroid treatments can be helpful. Depending on the source of the pain it may be possible to administer long acting injections close to the painful nerve.
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Scents and sensibility
A recently published paper investigated links between depression and olfactory function in people. The researchers found that their data supported the hypothesis that an increase in olfactory function was associated with a decrease in…
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How do we interpret studies on pain in animals?
This one is a bit technical, and intended for those who are looking at and interpreting primary source papers – just some of the things I try to think about as I read them…