Glasgow pain score cats 2025

1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open the Glasgow Pain Score Cats document in the editor.
2. Begin by assessing the cat's behavior in its cage. For Question 1, select the appropriate expression from 'Silent/purring/meowing' (0) to 'Crying/growling/groaning' (1).
3. For Question 2, evaluate the cat's posture and choose a response ranging from 'Relaxed' (0) to 'Rigid/hunched' (4).
4. In Question 3, determine if the cat is ignoring any wound or showing attention to it. Select either 'Ignoring' (0) or 'Attention to wound' (1).
5. Proceed to Question 4a and circle the caricature that best represents the cat’s ear position, scoring between 0 and 2. Repeat for Question 4b regarding muzzle shape.
6. Approach the cage and stroke along its back as instructed. For Question 5, assess its response and choose from options ranging from 'Responds' (0) to 'Aggressive' (2).
7. If applicable, apply gentle pressure around any painful area as described for Question 6. Choose a response based on its reaction, scoring from 'Do nothing' (0) to 'Bite/lash out' (4).
8. Finally, for Question 7, provide a general impression of the cat’s demeanor, selecting from 'Happy and content' (0) to 'Depressed/grumpy' (4).

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