Pet Pain Management for Dogs and Cats
Seeing your pet in pain is one of the hardest parts of being a pet parent. There are many reasons why your pet may need a pain management plan. Sometimes too much playing or even jumping down from the bed or couch can trigger a temporary episode of pain, but for other pets, aches and pains can become a daily occurrence as your pet ages or deals with a chronic condition. Our mobile veterinarians will come to you and make a plan to get your pet feeling better again.
Same-day or next-day availability in most locations
Why Pain Management
Because our pets may communicate their pain to us in subtle ways, observing and examining your pet in the security of their own home can be a helpful tool. Anxious or excited dogs are very adept at hiding their symptoms in a new place, such as a veterinary clinic exam room, and cats especially are prone to freezing in place when stressed or afraid. Being able to watch your pet move about freely in their environment can give us a better idea about their mobility and comfort level. Some sources of pain may not be immediately obvious. An in-home physical examination gives us more information about the origin of your pet’s discomfort and helps guide our decisions about diagnostics and medications to relieve pain.
Our Process
When you book a home visit, a BetterVet veterinary doctor and veterinary technician will arrive at your home ready to discuss, observe, and examine your pet in her comfort zone. Many modalities exist for diagnosing and managing pain in our pets. Your BetterVet veterinary team is available to guide you through your options and help keep your pup or cat happy and pain-free. We may also recommend diagnostic testing if we have concerns about the cause of your pet’s pain and/or refer your pet to other board-certified specialists when necessary. Please note that prescription medication, diagnostic testing, and consultation with other specialists will incur additional costs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Speak to your veterinarian about whether prescription medication may be needed to control your pet’s pain.
