>In my experience, pain meds are not usually given. Our pets either
>seem to experience less pain than we do, or they're at least very good
>at hiding their pain.
My vet is a huge believer in pain meds with surgeries. He was using
Torb with ferrets but has now switched to Metacam (doesn't make them
as groggy). I start Metacam the day prior to surgery and give it for
3 days following surgery. He also has used Rimadyl.
I believe that they are in pain but hide it well. After all, they have
been cut open and had their insides moved around and cut on. I would
prefer that they stay a little bit sedated, and free from pain, for a
few days following surgery.
Katharine
[Posted in FML issue 4706]