Some veterinarians believe that medical cannabis effectively treats an array of health conditions in dogs and cats, from anxiety to a lack of appetite. However, federal and state laws make it nearly impossible for them to discuss it with pet owners. Therefore, a small number of researchers have been working to educate pet owners and legislators on the benefits of cannabis for pets. This article will give you some helpful tips to find out what owners should consider first before they start applying medical cannabis for their pets.

Animal Pets Have Serious Conditions Too

Since the dosage proportions are not all the same, cannabis can be used to treat the same conditions in pets used to treat in humans. Cannabis is proven to be highly effective in treating ailments, including anxiety, stress, arthritis, seizures, and even cancer symptoms, common in dogs and cats. Previous studies on cannabis use in pets also shown that owners have also tried using cannabis-based treatments to manage separation anxiety, noise phobia, irritable bowel syndrome, lack of appetite in their animals. Dog owners reported that hemp products were most effective in treating pain and helping their pet sleep. The most common side effects cited, however, are sedation and an overactive appetite. It turns out even dogs get the munchies.

There Are Always Risks of Over-Consumption

A human-size dose of cannabis and extrapolate dosage for animal use is an inevitable disaster, noting that overconsumption can cause serious health risks in pets. To prevent ticket to the emergency room, it would be wise to choose the right product for your animal’s needs and then start slowly. As you increase the dose, you should be careful to track any side effects and prepare treatment if it seems to be adversely affecting your pet. Vomiting, diarrhea, trouble with equilibrium, or seeming zoned-out or spacey are the symptoms of overconsumption.

Medical Cannabis Is Not Only the Cure

Remember that there are plenty of good edibles for pets, including biscuits, soft-chews, and tincture that provide easy ways to medicate pets. Tincture, the most commonly suggested format, is an oil-based and has a very set amount of the cannabinoids in it. A tincture is an extract, typically sold in a small bottle that comes with a dropper, and is recommended for use by the drop or millilitre. Cannabinoids are best absorbed through a pet’s oral mucus membrane; thus, medicating is as simple as spreading the tincture on your pet’s tongue.…

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