By: Mitch | Last updated August 23, 2021 
CBD or Cannabidiol is a popular product nowadays because of many rave reviews by health blogs, both for humans and pets. It has naturally attracted controversy because it comes from the cannabis plant. However, results of ongoing research show a very positive effect of using the product. Many give positive reviews about the product and praise its benefits for calming them, relieving them of chronic pain, and generally boosting their health. The product comes in many forms, many of which can be bought over the counter.
Cannabis has two main components derived from it. First is THC or tetrahydrocannabinol which gives the user a feeling of being “high” and euphoric which is why many take it recreationally. This has side effects, though, that may come in the form of nausea, weakness, or diarrhea. The other component is CBD which is used more for medicinal and health purposes. This is because it is not lethal even in high doses and generally has very mild side effects. CBD is gathered from hemp which is the part of cannabis that is low in terms of THC.
CBD comes in different purity levels, with some containing half of THC, others mixed with other herbal plants, while some give it pure.
These products can also be used for any four-legged pet. To make it more accessible to pets, it comes in many forms. First is the most common form of oil. The packaging comes with a dropper to make it easier to count how many drops are given to pets. However, you may have difficulty in directly administering it orally. For this, owners can simply put it in the food of the pet. This might not guarantee that they will get the full dosage of the product, though.
To make it easier to ingest them, some companies create pet treats. This comes in solid but chewable treats that are mixed with natural flavorings such as beef, chicken, and pork to make it more delicious for them. These products can be used to train them for good behavior and for training.
Other forms of the product include topical forms that can be used to promote skin health, pills, and more.
CBD can be used to promote the endocannabinoid system (ECS) of the body. This then promotes homeostasis in the body. It sends signals to the nervous system, balances body levels, and improves the immune system. The ECS is still being researched about today but is accepted by many experts as a very beneficial part of the body that can help boost its health.
CBD offers a lot of benefits for the body. Because of its interaction with the ECS, it can greatly help in ensuring that your pet is always at peak health.
Mental health benefits
One of the main benefits of taking CBD is lessening the anxiety experienced by pets. This can especially be beneficial if they suffer from owner separation anxiety, stress from being introduced to a new environment or to strangers, and generally being unfriendly. By taking CBD, pet owners have observed a more active and friendly dog. This is because CBD interacts with the brain and ensures that hormones and neurotransmitters are properly managed.
Examples of specification situations where to use CBD for mental health are before having your pet enter a stressful event with lots of fireworks and noise, moving to a new house, and more.
Physical health benefits
Another benefit of CBD is to lessen or completely remove any chronic pain that they may be suffering from. CBD can be used to remove any chronic pain that they experience from diseases such as arthritis and those by old age. It can also help protect them from neurodegenerative disorders that may cause chronic pain for them for every step that they take. Because of this, older pets that take CBD can be expected to have their livelier personality back. They can also have their youthful vigor and may play with the same energy and intensity as they used to have. This is because any pain that they may be feeling will be lessened.
Before you buy any type of supplements, even other ones than CBD oil it is very important to ensure they are legal for you to purchase, possess and use. As we have visitors from lots of countries all over the world, as well as different states that handle CBD differently, we advise you to ensure it is approved in your area. We do not provide any legal advice, nor do we advise anyone to purchase it without doing their own due diligence.
CBD is completely safe for your product. It is not lethal and toxic even if you accidentally overdose from it. They can still experience side effects such as bowel problems, though, if you feed them too much. Some pets may also be allergic to some of its ingredients. In this case, you need to stop giving them the product. Again, although it has been proven to be safe, when trying out new things for your pets it is best to start with the smallest amount and work your way up from there. Even though it has been safe for everyone else, there is a chance that your pet may have an allergy so always stay on the safe side for your furry family members.
CBD is an excellent product for boosting the overall health of your pet. It can be given to pets such as cats, dogs, and horses. It can greatly help in improving their mental health by lowering levels of anxiety and helping improve their mood. It can help their physical health by protecting them against neurodegenerative disorders and lessening any chronic pain that they may be feeling. The product can be administered orally through its oil form or through its pet treat form. It also has other versions such as pills and topical creams.
