Pet Pain Management
Pain management comes in many forms; we use them for various conditions. Sometimes, your pet may only require short-term pain relief after surgery, while other times, their chronic condition warrants long-term supplements and medication.
Improving Quality of Life with Cat
and Dog Pain Relief in Germantown, MD
No matter the case, the team at Little Seneca Animal Hospital in Germantown, MD, strives to first understand your pet’s particular condition and then devise a pet pain management plan that best suits their needs. Call (301) 540-8670 to learn our veterinarians can provide your pet with relief from pain!
Pain Management For Short and Long-Term Use
Depending on your pet’s condition, we’ll advise on different pain management options. Typically, pain management is short-term for surgery or injury, while pain medication can be necessary for the long term for more chronic conditions. While some pain meds, like NSAIDs, do have some risks with long-term use, we do everything we can to reduce those risks. Additionally, we offer alternative pain relief options to ensure their continued comfort for the long haul.
Possible Pet Pain Management Options
Possible pain management options we may suggest include:
Weight Loss
Excess weight puts unnecessary strain on your pet’s joints. It can make already present conditions such as arthritis worse and can contribute to injury. To combat obesity, we may suggest diet changes and a gentle exercise regime to get your pet back in shape.
Adequan
This injectable drug controls symptoms associated with degenerative or traumatic arthritis. The initial injections are twice a week for the first 4-6 weeks, then about once every 2-4 weeks. It is the only FDA-approved product of its type and helps treat osteoarthritis while relieving pain. It works by restoring joint lubrication, relieving inflammation, and renewing the building blocks of healthy cartilage. Adequan can often reduce or eliminate the need for pain medications.
NSAIDS
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs help reduce inflammation, stiffness, and pain. While they are effective against chronic conditions like arthritis, NSAIDs have some risks associated with long-term use. Yet NSAIDs are very effective at keeping pets comfortable, so for long-term use, we require regular blood work to monitor patients and ensure the NSAID is not causing harm.
Laser Therapy
Interested in learning more about pet pain management? Contact us today at (301) 540-8670 or set up a consultation appointment so we can help improve your pet’s quality of life!
Weight Loss
Excess weight puts unnecessary strain on your pet’s joints. It can make already present conditions such as arthritis worse and can contribute to injury. To combat obesity, we may suggest diet changes and a gentle exercise regime to get your pet back in shape.
Adequan
This injectable drug controls symptoms associated with degenerative or traumatic arthritis. The initial injections are twice a week for the first 4-6 weeks, then about once every 2-4 weeks. It is the only FDA-approved product of its type and helps treat osteoarthritis while relieving pain. It works by restoring joint lubrication, relieving inflammation, and renewing the building blocks of healthy cartilage. Adequan can often reduce or eliminate the need for pain medications.
NSAIDS
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs help reduce inflammation, stiffness, and pain. While they are effective against chronic conditions like arthritis, NSAIDs have some risks associated with long-term use. Yet NSAIDs are very effective at keeping pets comfortable, so for long-term use, we require regular blood work to monitor patients and ensure the NSAID is not causing harm.
Laser Therapy
Interested in learning more about pet pain management? Contact us today at (301) 540-8670 or set up a consultation appointment so we can help improve your pet’s quality of life!
Glucosamine Supplements
This supplement is a natural substance in your pet’s body. Additional glucosamine supplements increase the amount of this helpful compound. We recommend the glucosamine supplement Dasuquin. This nutritional supplement for both dogs and cats supports healthy joints by protecting against cartilage breakdown. It improves joint flexibility and reduces pain and inflammation. Dasuquin comes in a chewable tablet for dogs and a chew or capsule for cats.
Fatty acid (omega-3s) supplements
Similar to glucosamine, other omega-3 fatty acids help support healthy joints and reduce inflammation in pets with arthritis or other degenerative joint conditions. These supplements are not regulated by the FDA, so you must be informed about the supplement you choose. We recommend AllerG-3, which comes in both a capsule and a pump form to add to your pet’s food.