Instructions: Choose the most appropriate expression from each section and total the scores to calculate the pain score for the cat. If more than one expression applies choose the higher score.
Look at the cat in its cage
Is it?
1
2
3
4a
Look at the following caricatures. Select the drawing which best depicts the cat's ear position
Ears facing forward
0
Ears slightly pulled apart
1
Ears rotated outward
2
4b
Look at the shape of the muzzle in the following caricatures. Select the drawing which appears most like that of the cat
Relaxed (round shape)
0
Mild tension
1
Tense (elliptical shape)
2
5
Approach the cage, call the cat by name & stroke along its back from head to tail - Does it?
6
If it has a wound or painful area, apply gentle pressure 5 cm around the site. In the absence of any painful area, apply similar pressure around the hind leg above the knee - Does it?
7
General Impression - Is the cat?
Total Pain Score
0
out of 20 maximum
Complete assessment for results
Clinical Note: A score of ≥5/20 suggests that analgesia should be considered.
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