Assisi Animal Health Discusses What to Give Your Cat for Pain
PINEHURST, N.C., June 12, 2017 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- Assisi Animal Health, developer of the Assisi Loop®, an effective non-pharmaceutical anti-inflammatory device (NPAID®) that works as the solution when you ask, "What can I give my cat for pain," discusses what to give your feline for pain.
Cats are notorious for hiding pain. It is a part of their nature, going back to the "jungle cat" mentality, where exhibiting any weakness in the wild would make them natural prey to other animals. Therefore, it is difficult to determine pain in cats because they are masters at hiding it! It is an astute pet owner that notices early symptoms such as not jumping on counters, not joining in the "fun" and even going off their food. While it is the feline owner's desire to help immediately, the remedy is not easy.
There are very few options for pain management for cats, and certainly, at no time should human medications be shared with them without the approval of a veterinarian. A cat's makeup is very delicate, and implication to liver and kidneys are always a risk.
When a pet owner notices signs of pain in their animal, the first call needs to be to the veterinarian to discuss symptoms and potential treatment. Signs of pain can be related to much more than old age or joint disease. Only a complete exam can help determine the cause and avoid missing potentially serious underlying issues.
NSAIDs are usually the first choice for assisting in pain management for felines, but regrettably there are no long-term drugs that are FDA approved, making it difficult to provide relief. Certain NSAIDS are cleared for short-term use in cats, such as the pill Onsior (Robenacoxib) and the injectable Meloxicam. The new drug Onsior is approved for cats but only for short-term use (two days). Opioids are often prescribed by the vet for severe discomfort and most usually given post-surgery. Controlling pain in cats is a difficult, almost impossible feat.
Pet owners often ask if they can give their cats aspirin. The answer is "only if your vet agrees." Cats do not have the liver enzymes to break down aspirin and while it might provide short-term relief ( ¼ of a baby tablet given every 72+ hours) the unintended side effects can be serious.
Veterinarians frequently prescribe the Assisi Loop for the control of pain in cats. The tPEMF (targeted pain electromagnetic frequency) therapy uses low levels of electromagnetic energy to relieve pain without the threat of side effects. When discussing your cat's pain, ask about the Assisi Loop.
Assisi Animal Health's clinical solutions complete the Circle of Care®--the collaboration of veterinarians and owners in animal health and healing. Our company helps veterinary professionals and owners improve the quality of life for companion animals using the Assisi Loop, the non-invasive, non-pharmaceutical healing device that is based on the same FDA-cleared technology used on humans. The device uses low-level pulses of electromagnetic energy to reduce pain and swelling, and to enhance recovery.
Media Contact: Kaysie Dannemiller, Assisi Animal Health, 866-830-7342, kaysie.dannemiller@assisianimalhealth.com
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