Cats are masters of the art of disguising pain. So, here are some signs for you to look out for…
Reduced activity
Loss of appetite
Quiet/loss of curiosity
Changes in urinary habits
Hiding
Hissing or spitting
Lack of agility/jumping
Excessive licking/grooming
Stiff posture/gait
Guarding behaviour
Stops grooming/matted fur
Tail flicking
Weight loss
One of the most common but unnoticed causes of pain in cats, is dental pain and we all know how miserable this can be. For details of the signs that a cat is suffering from dental pain include see my blog post How to Tell if Your Cat Has Toothache.
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