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Give Your Dog Pain Relief - Naturally
Signs and Symptoms of Dog Pain
Unlike us, dogs don't whine and cry about their pain - They usually hide their pain and suffer in silence. That is their natural instinct for survival. However,
there are telltale signs - both physical and behavioral - that may indicate our dog is in pain. By being observant and alert to these signs, we can get an early
diagnosis of possible health problems, or give our dog pain relief sooner to minimize his discomfort and suffering.
Signs and symptoms to look out for are:
Vocalizing
What are the Possible Causes of Dog Pain?As you can imagine, there are zillions of possible reasons that can cause pain to our dogs. Here are some of the most common causes: Arthritis Arthritis is one of the most common dog health problems. Arthritis can be caused by genetic conditions such as hip dysplasia, or can be the result of a number of degenerative processes. Of course, it can also be secondary to an earlier injury or surgery. Read more about dog arthritis here. Back Problems Back problems can also cause a lot of pain to the dogs. Back problems in dogs can range from something like a pulled muscle to something more serious like a herniated disk. Read more about dog back problems here. Injuries Injuries such as bone fractures, sprains, bruises, etc., as well as insect bites and stings can also cause a lot of pain to our dogs. Ear Infections Dog ear infections, especially when spread to the middle or inner ear, can be extremely painful. Usually the dog will shake his head violently and will scratch the affected ear incessantly. He may also rub his head against the wall or furniture. Read more about dog ear infections here. Eye Problems Eye problems, such as ocular infections, ulceration of the cornea, glaucoma, etc., can be another source of pain and discomfort for our dogs. Dogs with eye problems usually will consistently scratch the affected eye with their hind leg. Alternatively, they will rub their eye against the bed, carpet, furniture, etc. Read more about dog eye problems here. Headaches
Yes - dogs suffer from headaches too! They may develop nervous migrane or the headache may be as a result of a tumor.
Usually a dog suffering from headache has a fixed stare, or he may have his eyes closed. He will shake his head lightly and repeatedly from side to side and may
scratch his head against the legs.
Dental and Gum Problems
Tooth decay, abscesses, and gingivitis are all culprits that cause great pain to our dogs. Dogs suffering from dental or gum diseases usually
drool, sometimes cough, and have no
appetite. Read more about
dog dental care here.
Problems with the Digestive System
Indigestion caused by eating something inedible; poisoning; or obstruction of the intestines
can cause abdominal pain to our dogs. Dogs with abdominal pain will rub their lateral abdomen against walls or furniture. They may also lay down and unwilling to get
out of bed. They will try to lick their abdominal area.
Urinary Tract Infections
Another painful dog illness is urinary tract infections. Dogs with UTIs have a curved back because they have back pain. They urinate frequently and sometimes in
inappropriate places. They also experience pain while urinating. Read more about
dog urinary tract infections here.
Anal Sac Impaction
Dogs who have anal sac problems are always licking or even biting the anal area. They will scoot on the floor leaving unsightly "skid marks". Because of the pain from
the rear end, they tend to sit down extremely carefully, looking backwards all the time. Read more about
anal sac impaction here.
Cancers
Dog pain can of course be also caused by cancers of various types. Read more about dog cancer here.
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Some Conventional Dog Pain Relief MedicationsConventional dog pain relief medications include the following: NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal-Anti-Inflammatory-Drugs) These non-hormonal products include non-prescription aspirin and prescription required products such as Rimadyl. Usually NSAIDs are dog pain relief medications used for low to moderate pain and discomfort. Steroids Cortisone and synthetic cortisone-like drugs (e.g. dexamethasone) are anti-inflammatory medications usually prescribed by conventional veterinarians to reduce pain caused by arthritis, or to alleviate discomfort caused by allergies. These dog pain relief medications have a lot of nasty side-effects and should be used with extreme caution. Read more about dog pain medications here.Related Topics Herbal Pain Remedies Conventional Dog Pain Medications References D. Hamilton, Homeopathic Care for Cats and Dogs (North Atlantic Books, 1999). R. Kidd, Dr. Kidd's Guide to Herbal Dog Care (Storey Publishing, 2000). Pitcairn and Pitcairn, Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats (Rodale, 2005). M.L. Wulff-Tilford and G.L. Tilford, Herbs for Pets (Bowtie Press, 1999). TOP of Dog Pain Relief |
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