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  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Animal Welfare
  • Pain Management

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  • Advances in veterinary pain management necessitate updated guidelines.
  • The 2015 guidelines build upon the 2007 AAHA/AAFP Pain Management Guidelines for Dogs and Cats.
  • Effective pain management is crucial for patient outcomes and quality of life.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize and review new knowledge in companion animal pain management.
  • To provide evidence-based recommendations for both pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic pain relief.
  • To support veterinarians in integrating advanced pain management into practice.

Main Methods:

  • Review of recent scientific literature on animal pain.
  • Consensus of expert opinion on pain management strategies.
  • Inclusion of validated pain scores based on behavioral changes.

Main Results:

  • Behavioral changes are key indicators of pain and recovery.
  • Postsurgical pain management strategies are well-supported by evidence.
  • Degenerative joint disease is a significant, often under-diagnosed condition requiring management.

Conclusions:

  • A continuum of care, including anticipation and early intervention, is essential.
  • Team-oriented approaches involving owners improve pain recognition and treatment.
  • Updated guidelines enhance the standard of care for companion animal pain management.