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Dogs & CatsJul 7, 2026

Tramadol in Dogs and Cats: An Atypical Analgesic With a Critical Species Divide

Tramadol's opioid activity depends on the M1 metabolite dogs barely produce, so oral monotherapy fails for canine osteoarthritis while cats fare better. A clinical review of the evidence, dosing, and interactions.

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