20/08/2026
Cats are masters at hiding pain. 🐱🩹
Learning to recognise their subtle pain signals is an essential skill for every cat guardian.
The Feline Grimace Scale (FGS) is a validated tool for assessing acute pain in cats by looking at five facial action units.
Each action unit is scored from 0–2, giving a total score out of 10.
A score of 4 or above is the recommended cut-off for contacting your veterinarian for further assessment.
Familiarise yourself with the Feline Grimace Scale so you can recognise when something may be wrong, because the earlier pain is noticed, the sooner your cat can get the care they need.
Learn more: Feline Grimace Scale Official Website https://www.felinegrimacescale.com