Compared to Dogs, Cats May Be Under-Treated for Pain After Sterilization

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Surgical spaying or neutering is one of the most commonly performed procedures in companion animals. A female’s ovaries (and usually the uterus) are removed or a male’s testicles, and unwanted offspring cease to become a concern. But a new survey suggests that dogs may be more likely to be sent home with pain-relieving drugs once their ovaries or testicles are removed than cats.

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