It's likely that your pet may not seem completely like themselves after receiving pain medication or sedatives. Commonly, pets may be more drowsy or sleepy than normal. It's important to know that the pain medications given and prescribed to your pet are vital for the control of pain, but also necessary for proper healing. Sedatives alone or given in conjunction with pain medications are aimed at keeping your pet calm and quiet during the healing process. Please call DoveLewis or your primary veterinarian if you have any questions or concerns about your pet's behavior.