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HIGHLAND PARK ANIMAL HOSPITAL

Pet Pain Management in Dallas, TX

Compassionate, multi-modal pain management for dogs and cats — keeping your pet comfortable at every life stage.
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HIGHLAND PARK ANIMAL HOSPITAL

Pain Management for Dogs & Cats in Dallas, TX

Pets can’t tell us when they’re in pain — but our veterinarians are trained to recognize the subtle signs. At Highland Park Animal Hospital, we take pain seriously and offer a range of options to keep your pet as comfortable as possible.

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Pain Relief for Cats & Dogs

Quick answers to questions Highland Hospital families ask most.

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Our team is happy to help by phone during business hours, or you can request an appointment online any time.

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You may notice your pet limping or avoiding using a paw if it has an acute injury. However, cats in particular are known to be good at hiding their illnesses or pain. Other subtle signs include changes in grooming, decreased activity, reduced interaction, or changes in appetite.
When you bring your pet in, we perform a full physical exam where we can identify any soft tissue swellings around joints, sources of pain in the mouth, and other indicators. We also discuss any behavioral changes you've noticed at home, which are often the most telling.

A wellness exam typically includes a full physical examination, weight and nutrition assessment, vaccination review, parasite prevention recommendations, dental evaluation, and discussion of any behavioral or health concerns.

Arthritis is a common condition in older cats and dogs that can cause pain. In terms of treatment, we have injections like Solensia that can relieve pain for a full month in cats. We also have oral medications, laser therapy, and weight management programs that can reduce the load on painful joints.
We can help your pets be more comfortable, so please do not give them any human medication like Tylenol or ibuprofen as these are toxic to cats and can be harmful to dogs. We have safe, veterinary-approved options that work.