In the veterinary world, there is probably no bigger craze at the moment than the use of CBD to treat a myriad of physical and emotional ailments in pets. CBD is a non-psychoactive compound derived from the cannabis plant that is thought to lend a hand in mitigating pain and symptoms and encouraging long term health by interacting on the micro and macro level in the body. This compound has been used by people for many years, but it has only recently begun to make waves in the animal world. Dogs of all shapes and sizes, no matter their breed, can potentially benefit from the product, and the greatest part is that CBD is all-natural and organic. That means it comes with none of the negative side effects known to pharmaceutical products. It is a natural ingredient in our world, now known to research scientists to have the potential to be a real game changer when it comes to treating health and mental well-being.
In this article, King Kanine will explain to newcomers everything there is to know about CBD, including how to give your dog CBD, how often to give it, in addition to discussing just how malleable and adaptable the product can be. We’re the number one CBD pet experts for a reason. So let’s get started!
CBD for first-timers – How to give your dog CBD
As we mentioned above, CBD is a non-psychoactive cannabis-derived product, meaning that it comes with all the health benefits the plant has to offer, without making it more likely your pet will become something of a hippie. Researchers believe the compound works by interacting with the body’s endocannabinoid system, a relatively newly discovered system which is thought to play a role in everything from regulating body temperature and healthy digestion to pain and symptom management. In this way, CBD, when included in a dog’s diet, can work on the macro level as well as the micro, making way for big changes in a dog’s health and lifestyle.
Physical problems CBD is thought to mitigate and possible reverse include arthritis, glaucoma, spinal, hip, and elbow problems, digestive and sleep issues, chronic fatigue or overexcitement, as well as pain in general. Emotionally, CBD is thought to be a game changer when it comes to treating anxiety or over-aggressiveness, a common trait for many family dogs who feel they have to defend their loved ones when in fact everything is OK. Separation anxiety is also common for many dogs, and learning when and how to give your dog CBD can potentially make it a lot easier for dogs to be by themselves for extended periods of time without going berserk and making a mess in the home.
