Is My Dog in Pain After Surgery? Yes … and You Can Help! | Tasha McNerney #298

Is My Dog in Pain After Surgery? Yes … and You Can Help! | Tasha McNerney #298

From Dog Cancer Answers by Dog Podcast Network

December 8, 2025 · 49 min · Episode 298

About this episode

Tasha McNerney discusses the importance of managing pain in dogs after surgery and offers practical tips for pet parents.

Certified veterinary pain practitioner Tasha McNerney talks about the importance of managing pain in dogs after surgery. She goes over common concerns pet parents have about pain meds, the risks of skipping them, and practical tips for ensuring a smooth recovery. From understanding how pain signals affect the brain to the benefits of preemptive pain control, this episode is packed with actionable advice. Key Topics Covered: Why pain control is crucial for dogs post-surgery The risks of stopping pain medications too early How chronic pain can alter a dog’s behavior Preemptive pain management: Why it matters Recognizing signs of pain in your dog The role of nutrition in recovery Additional therapies like massage, acupuncture, and supplements Your Voice Matters! If you have a question for our team, or if you want to share your own hopeful dog cancer story, we want to hear from you! Go to https://www.dogcancer.com/ask to submit your question or story, or call our Listener Line at +1 808-868-3200 to leave a question. Related Videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s2w5AyaLqrw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZvA7W9XlciM Related Links: Pain management overview article…

People in this episode

Guest: Tasha McNerney

Topics covered

  • dog pain management
  • post-surgery care
  • veterinary advice
  • chronic pain in dogs
  • nutrition in recovery
  • preemptive pain control

Keywords

  • dog surgery
  • pain medications
  • chronic pain
  • behavior changes
  • nutrition
  • acupuncture
  • massage therapy

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Organizations: Dog Podcast Network

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