A new study found that dogs given daily doses of CBD had “significantly reduced” stress and anxiety related to car trips.
To investigate this issue, researchers at the Waltham Petcare Science Institute in the UK examined the behavioral and physiological stress responses of dogs fed THC-free cannabis before, during and after a drive. compared with a placebo group.
All 20 dogs in the study, published in the Journal of Animal Science, showed signs of stress and anxiety during car rides, but those given CBD two hours before the trip , showed significant improvement over a 24-week study. period.
The study said that certain measures of stress, such as whining and levels of the hormone cortisol in the blood, were “significantly affected by CBD administration,” and that “daily doses of 4 mg/kg produced mild symptoms in dogs traveling by car.” “This suggests that it may have an anti-anxiety effect.” ”
Stress levels in the placebo group also decreased by the end of the study, suggesting that the dogs were getting used to driving. However, the CBD cohort, on average, had lower and sustained post-test cortisol from the start of treatment.
“Daily administration of cannabidiol (CBD) has been demonstrated to have a positive effect on measures of stress in dogs exposed to repeated car trips.”
Because cortisol is still present in the blood, the authors note that non-intoxicating cannabinoids don't seem to be able to completely eliminate stress, and CBD “can be used in combination with other interventions such as behavior modification therapy.” “It is best to do so.'' It completely reduces stress for your dog. ”
“These results, when combined with the established pharmacokinetics of CBD oil, which reaches peak levels in 1.5 to 2 hours and has a half-life of 1 to 4 hours, suggest that CBD can be administered as a single dose before an acute stressor. “This suggests that it can be used effectively as a treatment,” they said.
“Additional research is needed to better understand the effects of CBD at other doses on improving mental health in dogs.” studyA study conducted by scientists at Mars Petcare, a pet food and veterinary services company, concluded:
There is growing interest in the therapeutic potential of cannabis for pets and other non-human animals, and other studies have similarly shown benefits of CBD, including reduced seizure frequency in dogs receiving the cannabinoid. Another study published in 2018 found that dogs with arthritis improved with CBD treatment.
Also, last August, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) found that cows fed hemp seed cake had significantly lower levels of THC and CBD in their bodies, and that cows fed hemp seed cakes had significantly lower levels of THC and CBD in their bodies. Demonstrated that the product is safe for human consumption.
Another federally funded study published in 2022 found that feeding hemp to cows reduced stress. Researchers also investigated how CBD affects stress and pain in horses.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will send a warning letter to a series of companies selling veterinary CBD products in 2022, asking “What levels of potential residues are safe for people consuming CBD-derived foods?'' “There is a lack of data about the treated animals,” he warned. ”
Meanwhile, late last year, New York's governor vetoed a pair of bills that would have allowed hemp seeds to be included in the feed of pets, horses, and camelids such as llamas and alpacas. The reason for this is the lack of information regarding its safety. She wants the country to consider it “in an expedited manner.”
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