Have you ever considered introducing hemp into your pets’ treatment regime? Many people still have misgivings, but more are starting to recognize the many benefits. The important thing to keep in mind is that its legality varies on location.
Check your state legislature regarding hemp products. Look for laws and regulations regarding its use in the medicinal context, not recreative nor industrial. Hemp is a versatile plant, used in many industries. Also consult your veterinarian before you purchase anything and educate yourself about dosages for different dog breeds. Visit this page to know how to use it for your dog.
For this article, we’ll just focus on the medical benefits of the plant, more specifically of the oil extracted from it. CBD oil for dogs and tinctures are increasingly gaining in popularity, and for good reason, they can do a lot for your dog! We’re going to list some of the most common reasons why you might want to start using them for treating your dog’s medical conditions.
1. It will not get your pet high
CBD (an acronym of cannabidiol) is a chemical that exists in hemp and marijuana. These plants are from the same genus, so they have similar chemical makeup. Another thing that can be found in some cannabis plants is THC (tetrahydrocannabinol). You can inform yourself about the differences between these two at this link.
THC is what gives weed its narcotic properties, why it’s recognized as psychoactive. It is not present in CBD oils, however. They are made from hemp, not marijuana. In other words, treating your dog with them will get them the benefits without the side effects.
2. It eases anxiety
Many dogs have problems with separation anxiety, or they have an intense fear of noise (fireworks hell every New Year’s, anyone?) CBD products have proven to be effective in stress reduction and anxiety management. When humans use them, we have less trouble with public speaking, for example.
Both people who do and don’t have diagnosed anxiety disorder benefit from these products. They have also helped people who suffer from PTSD or panic attacks. So, if you have got an anxious pet, giving them hemp oil can be of great help in reducing their discomfort and helping them cope.
3. It can aid in combatting cancer
There has been some research to show that CBD, along with other substances found in hemp, has an anti-tumor growth effect on the body. What this means is, if there are any cancerous cells in the body of your pet, these substances will inhibit or stop their growth and spread.
The way it does that is by boosting the body’s immune response, helping it
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