One of the challenges of living with furry friends is that they can’t always tell you when they’re not feeling well. It’s always a concern when your cat acts “a little weird,” but cats are known for behaving oddly in general. So how do you know if your cat is in pain?
The important thing is to consider what’s normal — and not normal — for your specific cat. Something that might be a sign of pain in one cat may be a normal and everyday behavior for another cat. You know your cat best.
References
VCA Hospital. (n.d.). How do I know if my cat is in pain?
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Lauren Smith, MALauren Smith, MA, has worked in health journalism since 2017. Before joining GoodRx, she was the senior health editor and writer for HealthiNation.
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Brian Clista, MDDr. Clista is a board-certified pediatrician who works in private practice in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He previously served as a National Health Service Corporation Scholar in the inner city of Pittsburgh for 11 years.
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