CBD For Dogs?
CBD or cannabidiol is a component of the hemp plant which is found in high concentrations in marijuana. In recent years, CBD for dogs has been investigated as a possible treatment for epilepsy as well as asthma and other breathing-related conditions.
But what about using it to treat an anxious dog or one who’s hurting? As with most issues involving our four-legged friends, there isn’t enough scientific evidence to give us clear answers on how CBD may affect dogs differently than humans. But there are several studies that offer interesting leads.
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Here are 6 things you should know about CBD for dogs:
1. It might help calm them down
2. It could ease their pain and inflammation “CBD stimulates descending serotonin and vanilloid receptors in the nervous system, which could explain its effectiveness in treating arthritis and other similar conditions,” says Dr. Stephanie McGrath, a veterinarian who is also pursuing a doctorate in clinical psychology.
3. It might be unsafe for your dog in large doses ” Dosages over 700 mg/kg were linked to side effects in the mice — ataxia (poor coordination), abnormal breathing, temporary erections, and mild sedation,” says McGrath. “It’s likely that dogs would show similar side effects.”
4. Cannabinoids produce different effects depending on the dosage “CBD can act like a stimulant or an antagonist, depending on what agonists (like THC) or antagonists are present with CBD,” says Dr. Frankel, who is also a neuropharmacology researcher at the University of Colorado’s School of Veterinary Medicine.
5. It could interact badly with other medications “CBD can inhibit metabolism of some drugs through the enzyme CYP450 3A4, which means it could increase the concentration and toxicity levels of other drugs your pet is taking,” McGrath says.
6. We don’t know that much about how it interacts with dogs’ endocannabinoid systems (what affects humans) or what disorders might be helped by CBD for dogs. “We know even less about CBD in veterinary species than we do about adult humans,” says Dr. Stephanie McGrath, DVM, PhD Assistant Clinical Professor of Neurology at University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine.
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- https://healthypets.mercola.com/sites/healthypets/archive/2015/03/17/cbd-oil-for-dogs.aspx
- http://www.naturapetjournal.com/summer15pgs/Hemp_Oil_For_Dogs_FAQs_1_.html Posted on 8 March 2015 by Dog Care Professionals
- https://www.livescience.com/49429-cannabis-marijuana-dogs-research.html 11 February 2018 by Kelly April Tyrrell
- https://www.verywell.com/cbd-for-dogs-2233081
- https://www.sciencebasedmedicine.org/can-cannabidiol-or-cbd-help-your-dog/ Posted on 21 December, 2017 by David J. Hill and Dr. Whitfield
- http://drbarchas.wordpress.com/2013/08/24/howtochooseacbdvendor/ Posted on 24 August 2013 by Dr. Barbara Jennifer
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Tommy Thomsen, aka "Tommy T", is valued member of Hemp Lively. He works remotely traveling between his two favorite places, Florida and South Carolina. Tommy brings over 20 years of eCommerce marketing and new product development experience to Hemp Lively from his years branding and marketing automotive products and developing numerous sports supplement product lines. His outgoing and funny personality always deliver a warm and friendly message to both the staff and customers alike. Tom enjoys riding motorcycles, hanging out with his 3 dogs, and making people laugh. Tom is, of course, a Cannabis enthusiast. However, he also shares an affinity to great beer. In fact, you may have even heard one of his "Beer and Sunshine" podcasts or seen someone wearing a "Beer and Sunshine" t-shirt.
