Pain Scales in Dogs and Cats - Weighing the Options

Program Speaker: Heidi Reuss-Lamky, LVT, VTS, CFVP, Elite FFCP

Program Description: Identifying the symptoms of pain in dogs and cats is an important but often times difficult part of a Veterinary Technician's job. Furthermore, differentiating acute pain signs from fear, anxiety, and stress (FAS) can be perplexing to even the most astute observers. We'll explore the pros and cons of a variety of pain scoring tools for both acute and chronic pain. Interpreting body language as it relates to pain versus FAS will also be discussed.