Osteoarthritis pain can be a serious health problem for your cat. And cats hide almost everything, especially pain. You know your cat’s playful ways and what she loves better than anyone. Changes in these behaviors could be signs of osteoarthritis pain. Your veterinarian relies on you to report changes in your cat’s behavior for more accurate diagnoses. If it is found that your cat is showing signs of OA-related pain, helping your cat begins by talking to your vet.

COULD MY CAT HAVE OSTEOARTHRITIS? This checklist will help your veterinary team identify your cat’s activities and behaviors that might be signs of osteoarthritis (OA), a degenerative joint disease that can be painful.

Is your cat showing signs of OA-related pain?(Required)

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YOUR CAT’S GENERAL BEHAVIOR HISTORY CAN BE HELPFUL

Has your cat’s personality and sociability changed?(Required)
Has your cat’s urination or defecation habits changed?(Required)
Is your cat hiding more or does your cat seem to be “slowing down”?(Required)