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Pain Relief

Dogs can’t tell us when they’re in pain. They rely on us to spot the signs, like whimpering, excessive licking, or limping, and to help them find relief. 

Chronic pain doesn’t just affect a dog’s physical comfort; it also impacts their emotional, social, and behavioural wellbeing. Any type of pain − acute or chronic, visible or subtle − can quietly chip away at their quality of life and deserves serious attention. That’s where our multidisciplinary approach comes in.

Our specialist Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia Practitioners combine clinical expertise with evidence-based therapies to address your dog’s pain at the source, not just mask it. From arthritis and post-surgical discomfort to complex neurological or musculoskeletal conditions, we assess each dog individually and craft a tailored plan, which may include pharmaceutical changes, acupuncture, canine physiotherapy, and/or hydrotherapy. Every dog deserves to live a happy, pain-free life.

Multidisciplinary Pain Management

90 min
£510

Who’s it for?

If this session is required, you’ll be referred in by your vet.

  • Dogs who would benefit from the combined experience of a veterinary pain specialist and veterinary physiotherapist
  • Dogs with complex or ongoing pain
  • Senior dogs showing signs of discomfort or slowing down
  • Any dog where pain is affecting their movement or mood

*Vet permission required. Pawra will contact your vet in advance.

What to expect?

In this in-depth session our pain specialist and veterinary physiotherapist will work together to identify sources of your dog’s pain and conduct a comprehensive assessment of their pain profile and any previous treatments. They’ll develop a bespoke treatment plan with evidence backed recommendations which may include optimising pain control with medication, supplements, acupuncture and physical therapies

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Pain Specialist Initial Consultation

60 min
£350

Who’s it for?

If this session is required, you’ll be referred in by your vet.

  • Dogs with complex or ongoing pain 
  • Senior dogs showing signs of discomfort or slowing down
  • Any dog where pain is affecting movement or mood 

*Vet permission required. Pawra will contact your vet in advance.

What to expect?

Delivered by our pain specialist, they’ll identify sources of your dog’s pain and conduct a comprehensive assessment of their pain profile and any previous treatments. They’ll develop a bespoke treatment plan with evidence backed recommendations which will include optimising pain control, the use of acupuncture where suitable, and supplements

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Pain Management Review

30 min
£150

Who’s it for?

  • Dogs under a Pawra pain management plan

*A Multidisciplinary Pain Management Session or Pain Specialist Initial Consultation is always required prior to taking this session

*Vet permission required. Pawra will contact your vet in advance.

What to expect?

In this focused check-in with our pain specialist, we'll assess how your dog is responding to their current Pawra pain management plan. They’ll review progress, adjust therapies or medications as needed, and ensure your dog continues to move forward in comfort. Session may include acupuncture.

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Acupuncture Session

25 min
£100

Who’s it for?

  • Dogs with chronic pain, arthritis, or spinal issues 
  • Dogs with tension, nerve-related pain, or digestive imbalances

*A Multidisciplinary Pain Management Session or Pain Specialist Initial Consultation is always required prior to taking this session

*Vet permission required. Pawra will contact your vet in advance.

What to expect?

Performed by our pain specialist, this gentle, evidence-based treatment uses tiny needles to stimulate your dog’s natural pain-relief and healing processes. Sessions are calm, comfortable, and surprisingly well-tolerated. Many dogs visibly relax or even nap. Acupuncture works beautifully alongside other therapies to reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and support the nervous system. 

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