Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Feline Chronic Pain and Osteoarthritis.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice
- Year:
- 2020
- Authors:
- Monteiro, Beatriz P
- Affiliation:
- Department of Clinical Sciences · Canada
- Species:
- cat
Plain-English summary
This article looks at how osteoarthritis, a type of joint pain, affects cats and how we can assess and manage this chronic pain. It discusses both existing and new medications that can help treat this condition. The article also emphasizes the importance of creating a comfortable environment for cats and fostering positive experiences to help reduce their pain, stress, and anxiety. Overall, it highlights ways to improve the well-being of cats and strengthen the bond between pets and their owners.
Abstract
This article reviews the current knowledge regarding osteoarthritis-related pain in cats as a structure in which to discuss the assessment of chronic pain in the research and clinical settings. The scientific evidence available for current and emerging drug therapies is described. The importance of environmental enrichment and positive emotions to reduce pain, stress, and anxiety as means to promote feline welfare and human-pet bond is discussed.
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