The animals with whom we share part of our lives soon become another part of the family, they find their space and their customs end up being accepted by the other members.
Their role is in most cases that of mediator of conflicts since they tend to mitigate tensions by being outside certain forms of communication and relationships typical of their owners.
Pets provide permanent company by tending towards dependency, a genuine, unambiguous and stable affection, a serene company, without interference, they adapt to the family with which they live, they do not impose rules, they only assume them.
The state of veterinary medicine has advanced significantly in recent years, and thanks to the availability of more effective medications, many pets are living longer than they could years ago. However, with age, problems such as arthritis and other forms of pain and inflammation appear.
Of all the uses of cannabis in human and veterinary medicine, pain relief is perhaps the best documented. Research trials have shown that cannabis produces profound pain-relieving effects in a variety of medical conditions. THC and CBD extracts have been shown to provide relief in human patients with advanced cancer pain as well as those with nerve-related pain.
In a more practical sense, many veterinarians and pet owners have seen the positive effects of medicinal cannabis for the treatment of arthritis and other forms of pain in animals. The research simply confirms what many of us have seen firsthand. Studies evaluating the effectiveness of cannabis in treating arthritis in dogs have also been completed.
FORMS OF CANNABIS FOR PETS.
Medical cannabis for pets usually comes as a liquid oil or as treats. Liquids are preferable because dosage can be precisely controlled and because CBD can be better absorbed through the tissues of the mouth rather than through the digestive tract.
Vaporized or smoked cannabis should NEVER be used on pets. This can damage your lungs and lead to an accidental overdose.
Likewise, edible human foods should not be given to your pet, as they are impossible to dose accurately and may contain ingredients (such as raisins, chocolate, etc.) that are toxic to animals.
When considering cannabis as a medical option for the treatment of pain and inflammation, it is important to understand how the various components of a cannabis preparation may affect your pet. Some important factors to take into account are:
- The Entourage Effect: The synergistic benefit of whole-plant cannabis related to the quantity and distribution of major and minor cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids. These factors affect the degree of biological activity and the spectrum of diseases treated.
- Using the proper ratio of THC and CBD, as well as dosage, are critical to success.
- Consider other medications administered simultaneously with respect to possible drug interactions.
- Always consult with your veterinarian before starting any new medication or supplement for your pet.
When using cannabis as a pet medicine, the first thing to remember is that any significant side effects are unacceptable. It is never okay for your dog or cat to be psychoactive, even with medical cannabis. The goal of cannabis therapy in pets is to relieve the symptom being treated without other side effects. Your normal behavior patterns should be unchanged after receiving therapy.
Medical cannabis can be of great benefit to animals in pain. However, ultimately, safe and effective use of cannabis requires an understanding of the milligram quantities of THC and CBD (or other cannabinoids), the ratio of cannabinoids, and the availability of a medication in a concentration appropriate for dosing. a veterinary patient.
Nothing is more important than your pet's safety, so don't make assumptions or assume anything about the contents or dosage of cannabis medications.
Finally, there are anecdotal reports from veterinarians and pet owners that medical marijuana is effective in treating pets.
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