Dogs cannot tell us when they feel poorly - in words at least.
We veterinary professionals must look at the dog and see what he tries to tell us in his actions and demeanor .
All of the following can indicate pain:
Limping
Scratching
Favoring
Licking an area
Unusual mouth movements
Turning the head to look at an area frequently
Running in circles
Erratic movements
Snapping at people, other dogs or self
Reluctance to get up or lie down
Reluctance to climb stairs or climb into a car (usually an older dog)
Panting for no obvious reason
Sometimes even just an odd look to the eye or face
Remember, more often than not, you will not see your dog cry out or verbally express himself when he is in pain! You need to watch for the signs.
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