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I think dogs may not feel pain quite the same way we do but since I cannot know what they feel, I cannot stand the thought that they may just be soldiering on despite their pain. I've read, and my vet tells me also, that most animals are genetically programmed not to show pain for fear of becoming an outcast by their pack, or worse, prey to some other species. He says that since they do not know any better, after surgery, like with a serious injury in the wild, they try to behave as normally as possible just to try to stay safe. That seems plausible in their world, whereas the lady with the C-Section knows full well the seriousness of what she has undergone and takes all necessary precautions since she has no genetic predisposition against, nor fear of, showing pain and weakness. Quite the opposite as, in our species, showing pain often brings many positive rewards. Just in case, after any open/cutting procedure, my dogs always have their pain medication and are kept quiet, not allowed to jump, run around or inferfere with an incision to keep them as safe and comfortable as possible. Thank goodness my vet takes this stand with me as I am a 100% wus when it comes to possible animal suffering even a wee bit.