When you know that your pet is going to pass away soon—due to age or chronic illness—you must first prepare yourself emotionally for the impending loss—only then can you give your pet the care they need in their final days. The greatest relief you can provide your sick pet is by recognizing and minimizing the physical pain they may be experiencing owing to their illness. Your vet can help you recognize the signs of physical pain and discomfort as well as emotional distress so that you can give your pet the attention and care they need at this junction of their life. Recognizing pain in pets It can be hard for pet parents to detect pain as animals—dogs and cats in particular—aren’t able to show that they are in pain as humans can. In fact, your pet may continue to behave normally in spite of being in pain, making it even more difficult for you to help them. According to vets, some visible signs that your dog or cat may be in pain include difficulty in breathing, inability or unwillingness to move, excessive alone time, and change in eating habits. While these are general signs of sickness, it’s important to […]