ABSTRACT
Pain scores Pain scoring systems have been established for the postoperative colic patient1 and are based on posture and socialization: • Gross pain behavior: pawing, sweating, flank
staring, flehmen, lying down. • Head position: above withers (non-painful), at
withers, below withers (painful). • Ear position: forward and frequent movement
(non-painful), slightly back and little movement (painful).
