Cannabis for pets? While this may sound strange to pet owners, surprisingly giving your dog CBD products can be beneficial to their health and well-being.
Cannabidiol or CBD is derived from the cannabis plant which contains different chemicals including terpenoids, Phyto cannabinoids and flavonoids. If you read CBD and Hemp Oil Explained by Vaping360 you will see that both mammals and humans have cannabinoid receptor sites in their brains, central nervous system, peripheral organs, and immune cells. These make up the endocannabinoid system. Hence, CBDs can be given to your pets such as dogs.
CBDs have many benefits – along with its anti-inflammatory effects. CBDs can help with chronic and acute conditions including tumours, pain, skin conditions, seizures, aggression, anxiety, etc. Several veterinarians now advocate the use of CBD hemp for treating medical conditions such as strains, sprains, torn ligaments, etc. in animals. CBD products can also make it possible to lower the dosage of conventional medicines for any of these conditions as they provide various therapeutic benefits.
There are many different CBD products which you can give to your pets. These range from pet biscuits to capsules and oils. You can either choose to feed the CBD products directly to your pets or mix the oil/contents of the capsule into their food or drink. In small doses, CBD products are unlikely to cause any harm to pets while delivering a number of benefits such as reduced pain, stress and anxiety.
Benefits of CBD Products for Pets
There are numerous benefits of giving your pets CBD products. Not only are they a much cheaper and convenient alternative to conventional medications, they also don’t have many side effects.
CBP products such as capsules can be easily administered to pets in order to control problems such as stress, anxiety or pain from injuries. This can save you the hassle of driving to the vet every time your dog starts becoming anxious. However, this does not mean that you should dose your pet every time you go out simply to keep them out of your socks drawer.
The different benefits of CBD products for pets include:
- Alternative therapy
CBD products such as CBD edibles, topicals, tinctures, oil extracts, etc. are an effective form of therapy for pets with acute or chronic diseases. Hence, these products can be used to lessen the pain or other symptoms associated with arthritis, stress responses, digestive issues and aggression. It’s a known fact that using CBD for anxious dogs treats various anxiety disorders, including separation anxiety, fear of loud noises, and social anxiety. CBD works by interacting with the body’s endocannabinoid system, which helps to regulate mood and reduce stress levels. A growing body of scientific evidence supports the use of CBD for anxietypets. However, it is important to consult with a veterinarian before giving CBD to your pet. There is also on-going research on the effects and benefits of CBD on organ diseases, cancer and Type 1 diabetes.
- Effective dietary supplement
CBD products such as CBD tinctures are also a good way of integrating Cannabidiol as a dietary supplement for pets. In addition to helping your pups, these products can lessen anxiety, body aches, loss of appetite, nausea, etc. in older dogs and pets.
- Localised pain relief
CBD topicals are a great way of providing your pets with localised pain relief due to advanced age.
Recommended Dosage for Pets
There is no recommended dosage of CBD which can be safely given to pets. This is due to a lack of research focusing on how animals react to cannabis products. However, there are certain studies which can be used to draw conclusions regarding the dosage and effect of Cannabinoids. For example, an older study on rats with epilepsy showed that CBD can significantly improve or reduce convulsions even in small doses. This means that you can treat your pet’s epilepsy and other such conditions with CBD products without having to use conventional medicines.
While a number of pharmaceutical drugs can cause adverse effects, CBD products can be safely given to pets even in higher doses. Hence, even if your dog consumes half a packet of CBD biscuits in one go, the most they would experience is slight dizziness or symptoms associated with overeating.
Possible Side Effects of CBD In Pets
Due to the low concentration of THC in CBD products, it is unlikely that your pet will become ‘high’. However, it is important to note that pets such as dogs can potentially become drowsy after ingesting CBD.
Other side effects of consuming CBD include mild vomiting or itchiness. These side effects are extremely rare and do not last for long. Hence, if your pet seems to be displaying these symptoms you should stop giving them cannabis.
While ingesting THC can cause your pets to become afraid, uncomfortable, dizzy or even lose control of their bodies, CBD products can effectively reduce these side effects. For example, rabbits can be particularly vulnerable to THC which can result in seizures even in moderate doses.
There are various other benefits of giving CBD products to your pets. Products such as CBD biscuits are not only tasty treats for them, but can also help treat a number of physical and mental conditions. The best part is that CBD does not have harmful side effects, which means that it can be safely given to pets.
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