Dogs and cats can feel pain just like people. All animals have specialized nerve
endings called nociceptors that sense tissue damage or extreme
temperature
or pressure. When activated, nociceptors send signals to the
central nervous system, which then generates pain.
Trust Your Instincts. If you think your pet is in pain, it probably is.
As soon as you recognize pain in your pet, go see your vet. Minimizing
animal pain, wherever possible, is important both ethically and legally.
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