A friend has a cat with arthritis. She also has always had an usual gait with her hind legs more widely spread than is usual. She takes glucosamine and fish oil which were recommended by a vet. Some people believe that she is pain. How does one tell? I have heard that cats are less likely to show pain than dogs.
She is about fourteen years old. She eats well and is a good weight. She uses her litter box except when she is constipated. She doesn't appear to have any other health problems. She sleeps most of the day and does not play. She has never liked to be held or cuddled but she frequently lays down in the middle of the room on her back expecting a good belly rub. Any ideas on how we can tell if she is in pain?
