As a dog parent, you want to help alleviate any ailments for your pup. Some human-grade products are beneficial for your dog, but others can cause harmful reactions. When it comes time to give your dog CBD oil made for humans, you want to make sure it is safe. Before you reach for those human-grade products, here are a few things that you should know.
What Is CBD Oil?
CBD oil belongs to a chemical compound class known as cannabinoids. These chemicals react to cannabinoid receptors in the body. There are many cannabinoids in the mammalian body, known as endocannabinoids. Any CBD that comes from a plant extract, like CBD oil, is called a phytocannabinoid.
CBD oil originates from the hemp plant. The stalks, leaves, stems, and flowers are processed to create the oil. Hemp plants are part of the cannabis family. This family includes over 133 different phytocannabinoids, including tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), which is the most widely known and used cannabis derivative.
Unlike THC, CBD does not have any psychoactive properties, meaning you can use it for your dog without worrying about intoxication. You can give human-grade CBD oil to your pet as long as the ingredients are pet-friendly.
Cannabidiol (CBD) is considered a health food concentrate that can alleviate anxiety, pain, inflammation, vomiting, nausea, and other discomforts for humans. This oil works similarly for humans and dogs, but the dosages can vary. Technically, you can give your dog human-grade CBD oil because we all share the same endocannabinoid system.
What does that mean?
