There is also another thing, and that is many animals 'hide' their pain. That also is genetically-programmed response, based on not making their weakness obvious to potential predators. Cats are worse than dogs in that respect. Usually, by the time a cat or dog shows for sure it is in pain, the situation is severe or advanced.
It's important to be aware of how our animals are and behave each day -and unusual behaviours suddenly. Even excessive licking/washing can mean there is pain.....or leaving food in the dish. Not always, but sometimes.
Sometimes they look fine and walk normally etc. But shy away from being touched or petted, or yelp, stiffen, flinch or hiss when they are picked up.
It's important to be aware of how our animals are and behave each day -and unusual behaviours suddenly. Even excessive licking/washing can mean there is pain.....or leaving food in the dish. Not always, but sometimes.
Sometimes they look fine and walk normally etc. But shy away from being touched or petted, or yelp, stiffen, flinch or hiss when they are picked up.
