THC or CBD for Dogs and Cats? A Few Important Tips

  • In today's article, we'll look at the effects of THC and CBD on our furry friends and what to do if they find your stash of medicinal brownies

Today, we have results from several studies proving the benefits of CBD (non-psychoactive cannabinoid found in hemp) for several common animal diseases. In some states where medical cannabis is fully legal, dog treats enriched with CBD are commonly sold in dispensaries.

CBD can be both beneficial and completely safe for your pets. However, THC is a different story. Giving your furry companions anything containing THC is not beneficial, safe, or funny. In extreme cases, such behavior could even result in death.

Animals and medical cannabis

Many modern veterinarians warn their clients to thoroughly hide their cannabis edibles from curious pet noses. If pets get to them, they certainly won't think about what dose suits them best. Moreover, what is a normal dose for a human is practically a horse-sized dose for their adorable bodies. Furthermore, their endocannabinoid system simply cannot process THC the same way ours does.

If you own a pet who might enjoy cannabis products (which is quite likely), be extra careful when storing or producing anything containing THC.

THC Harmfulness for Dogs and Other Pets

First, it's important to understand that THC can have drastically different physical and psychological effects on our pets than on us. Whether Rex gets into your bag of medical flowers, a plate of brownies, or THC-loaded jelly, he definitely won't feel great afterward. Of course, it also depends on the dog's size, weight, and consumed quantity.

"Even just a few grams of dried cannabis flowers can have an adverse effect on your dog."

The same applies to cats, although accidental consumption of cannabis flowers or edibles is less common for them. Ultimately, cats react to THC similarly to dogs, but the resulting dose is often even stronger due to their weight and size.

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