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The questionnaire explored demographics, clinical practice and acute pain management in cats. The survey comprised multiple choice and open-ended questions, using 5-point Likert scales tailored to each variable.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A total of 161 responses were obtained, of which 154 met the inclusion criteria and were analyzed. Of the responses, 95% considered acute pain assessment in cats important, although 66% reported dissatisfaction with undergraduate training in pain management. Pain recognition skills were generally perceived as adequate, yet 45% reported challenges in treatment. Pain in cats was routinely evaluated by 82% of respondents; however, only 56% used standardized tools, primarily the Feline Grimace Scale (FGS). Pain assessment was performed predominantly by female veterinarians, who also showed greater familiarity with standardized scales. Overall, participants expressed a strong preference for continuing online education.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions and relevance<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Argentine veterinarians attach high importance to acute pain assessment in cats and report having adequate knowledge despite dissatisfaction with undergraduate training. The FGS was the most frequently used tool; female veterinarians assessed pain more often and showed greater familiarity with standardized scales. 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