title: AAHA/AAFP pain management guidelines for dogs & cats.
abstract: Pain management in dogs and cats has undergone a dramatic evolution in the past decade. Current approaches focus on anticipation and prevention of pain, as well as both pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic management techniques. The veterinary team plays an essential role in educating pet owners about recognizing and managing pain in their pets.
authors.forename: Peter
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Hellyer
authors.forename: Ilona
authors.initials: I
authors.lastname: Rodan
authors.forename: Jane
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Brunt
authors.forename: Robin
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Downing
authors.forename: James E
authors.initials: JE
authors.lastname: Hagedorn
authors.forename: Sheilah Ann
authors.initials: SA
authors.lastname: Robertson
mesh_terms: D000698:Analgesia / Q000379:methods / Q000592:standards / Q000662:veterinary*; D000700:Analgesics / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D000827:Animal Welfare; D000818:Animals; D002415:Cats; D004285:Dogs; D010146:Pain / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000662:veterinary*; D010149:Postoperative Pain / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000662:veterinary; D010818:Practice Patterns, Physicians'; D012952:Societies; D014481:United States; D014730:Veterinary Medicine / Q000592:standards*