Cats can be stoic creatures and, like many animals, are masters at hiding signs of pain. If your cat is showing obvious signs of pain, such as vocalizations or limping, pain relief is a must. However, many drugs can't be used safely in felines, making pain relief for cats a challenge.

Even minor pain can significantly lower your cat’s quality of life and lead to changes in personality, behavior and appetite.

Do not give human medications to your cat; just one acetaminophen (Tylenol) tablet can kill some cats, as it causes damage to the liver and red blood cells.

While I typically prefer nondrug therapies when possible, severe pain is a situation where painkilling drugs — properly prescribed — are warranted.

For osteoarthritis pain, the No. 1 cause of pain in cats, a blended protocol of supplements is often effective for managing chronic pain.

Pain in cats can sometimes be managed by cold laser therapy, pulsed electromagnetic field therapy (PEMF), cold and heat therapy, chiropractic care and acupuncture.

It’s important to seek integrative veterinary care as soon as you suspect your cat may be in pain.

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