CBD OIL FOR PETS
The reason you are reading this article and that is you are the proud and concerned custodian of either feline, canine, furry or feathered companions, either aging or in some form of physical or emotional discomfort. Moreover, because we are extremely protective over our beloved family members, we want to provide them with the full range of nature’s resources for a healthy and wholesome life.
What is this latest treatment called CBD?
Cannabis has always been a key supplement for the animal kingdom, with recorded Chinese widespread use over 4,000 years ago for weaponry, parchment, food, and medicine. Despite being vilified for almost 100 years globally, the new millennium has demonstrated that the natural and healing benefits cannabis as a plant has to offer are astounding.
Cannabidiol (CBD) is one of the most prominent cannabinoids out of over 100 that are produced only in Cannabis plants and only scientifically identified and isolated from plants grown in the wild back in 1940, with its genetic sibling Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC identified in 1964). Cannabidiol is one of several non-psychotropic chemicals which provide significant health benefits to pets as pictured below:
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Relieves Pain Reduces Anxiety |
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Relieves Arthritis Reduces Inflammation |
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Aids digestion Improves Sleep |
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May alleviate seizures Promotes gut health |
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Reduces Nausea Promotes heart health |
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CBD should be a key supplement for pets, for health and wellness
Choosing a CBD Oil
In reality, there are only 3 key components in the constitution of your pet’s CBD Oil:
How was the CBD grown?
- Organically: (ideal method with no chemicals – typically a full spectrum extract)
- Using Pesticides/Insecticides: (risk of toxicity – typically becomes isolate product)
Type of CBD Extraction used?
- Full spectrum: contains natural compounds in the plant mixed in an oil carrier
- Isolate: only CBD concentrate is chemically extracted and mixed in an oil carrier
Carrier used in manufacture?
- Organic Hempseed Oil: the best option as the extract macerates naturally
- Organic Plant Oils: olive, coconut, among others, however they are less bio-efficient
This excellent article from the American Kennel Club, featuring AKC’s Chief Veterinary Officer, Dr. Jerry Klein explains CBD oil and how it can affect your dog.
Here is another excellent article which features several other veterinarians commenting on the uses and effects of CBD oil for pets.
Using a full plant extract Hemp seed CBD oil is a terrific way of enhancing your pet’s health and wellbeing. This is because of the natural bio-efficiency of the medicine in effectively maintaining or restoring their natural balance.
However anectdotal the myriad testimonials are, they are from experts, vets and pet owners on the positive effects of CBD oil. There are at this time little, if any, proper studies, so it’s always a good idea to consult your veterinarian if you have any questions. And always buy from a reputable source, such as Peek Concepts.