Marijuana normally used by humans can now help animals, with certain medical issues. Thanks to hemp based product lines of treats, biscuits and medicine the same healing benefits of cannabis are now available for your animal companions.
Several veterinarians in the Washington D.C. area have been researching the benefits of altered marijuana has on pets for several years.
One company who started researching with the benefits of marijuana for pets is Canna Companion, a Washington D.C. based producer of medicines for animals. Although the products contain THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) the chemical in marijuana that gets you high, they are not designed to get your pet stoned.
A veterinarian and founder of Canna Companion, Doctor Sarah Brandon, says, “the capsules combine strains of dried powdered hemp, researched to help animals, who suffer from joint pain, immune support and end of life care. Similar to medical marijuana but with hemp the levels of THC and CBD (cannabis) are going to be much lower. With our products the t-h-c is less than .3% because anything higher, you will run into that high feeling.”
Studies suggest CBD can be used to treat epilepsy, inflammation and pain relief. Hemp Medications, taken in the proper dosage can help animals who suffer from some of those same ailments.
Saint Marie Willson, 20, from Cambria Heights, Queens said she would definitely give her black lab, Sam, hemp medication.
“If it could help with any issues she has I wouldn't care that it comes from marijuana.”
Medications made for animals are made with the same standards was medicine made for people. Even in states that allow Marijuana use veterinarians suggest you should still see your vet before giving your pets medicines.
York College chemistry professor Deb Chakravarti says, “for veterinary use, medicine should be prepared under the following guidelines of the current good manufacturing practices of the U.S Food and Drug Administration. As long as its a licensed product, I have nothing against it ethically or morally.
Advocates of pot for pets say they have no problem giving cannabis products to their pet as long as it’s for health issues but it depends on the situation.
Tyrone Gayle, 21, a communications technology major at York College says, “I would only give Marijuana to my dog if it will help him with joint pain, other than that there is no reason to give my dog marijuana.”
Although there are testimonials of hemp medications helping with aches and pains in animals, there is also backlash from people who say they would never give their pet such a thing.
Louie Peterson, 56, a Brooklyn Heights resident says, “the cat or the dog is a mere fraction of a human beings weight and to subject a cat or a dog to some untested or unverified amount of THC or marijuana, I would actually summon the authorities regarding animal cruelty.
Medications are not the only hemp products on the market for pets. Pet treats containing all natural cannabis compounds are lining shelves. You can visit local pet store PS9 Pets, in Brooklyn for a bag of Treatibles.
PS9 Pets’ cashier Jamie Ciccone says, “if you take the time to research it, it’s an amazing product. We have a dog, our buddy cool, who a couple months ago couldn't walk and he was on tons of different medications. Now he’s off meds. He’s just on Treatibles and he walks on his own.
Treatibles are made with all natural ingredients safe for a animal to eat. Sold online for $22 per bag of 40 treats, Treatibles contain 1 milligram of CBD per treat. The company's recommended dose is 1 milligram per 20-pound animal. The benefits that pet owners have reported are pretty substantial.
Treatible’s Director, Marjorie Fisher says, “customers report experiencing relief from anxiety, from muscular skeletal conditions and from seizures.
Marijuana now legal in 23 states, has been used to help people with different health issues but thanks to hemp products, animals will now get those benefits.
One dog that benefited from pot for pets is Jimmy. This English Spaniel had some issues getting around. His twice daily dose made him a bit sleepy, but he has pushed through. His owners are pleased to report he’s getting around, eating well, and a happier boy.
Owner of Canna Companion, Sarah Brandon says this is for the well being of all pets with aches and pains, “We can help dogs and cats feel better but with a far less likelihood of any kind of at risk effects. Like sedation, wobbliness or anything like that.
Several veterinarians in the Washington D.C. area have been researching the benefits of altered marijuana has on pets for several years.
One company who started researching with the benefits of marijuana for pets is Canna Companion, a Washington D.C. based producer of medicines for animals. Although the products contain THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) the chemical in marijuana that gets you high, they are not designed to get your pet stoned.
A veterinarian and founder of Canna Companion, Doctor Sarah Brandon, says, “the capsules combine strains of dried powdered hemp, researched to help animals, who suffer from joint pain, immune support and end of life care. Similar to medical marijuana but with hemp the levels of THC and CBD (cannabis) are going to be much lower. With our products the t-h-c is less than .3% because anything higher, you will run into that high feeling.”
Studies suggest CBD can be used to treat epilepsy, inflammation and pain relief. Hemp Medications, taken in the proper dosage can help animals who suffer from some of those same ailments.
Saint Marie Willson, 20, from Cambria Heights, Queens said she would definitely give her black lab, Sam, hemp medication.
“If it could help with any issues she has I wouldn't care that it comes from marijuana.”
Medications made for animals are made with the same standards was medicine made for people. Even in states that allow Marijuana use veterinarians suggest you should still see your vet before giving your pets medicines.
York College chemistry professor Deb Chakravarti says, “for veterinary use, medicine should be prepared under the following guidelines of the current good manufacturing practices of the U.S Food and Drug Administration. As long as its a licensed product, I have nothing against it ethically or morally.
Advocates of pot for pets say they have no problem giving cannabis products to their pet as long as it’s for health issues but it depends on the situation.
Tyrone Gayle, 21, a communications technology major at York College says, “I would only give Marijuana to my dog if it will help him with joint pain, other than that there is no reason to give my dog marijuana.”
Although there are testimonials of hemp medications helping with aches and pains in animals, there is also backlash from people who say they would never give their pet such a thing.
Louie Peterson, 56, a Brooklyn Heights resident says, “the cat or the dog is a mere fraction of a human beings weight and to subject a cat or a dog to some untested or unverified amount of THC or marijuana, I would actually summon the authorities regarding animal cruelty.
Medications are not the only hemp products on the market for pets. Pet treats containing all natural cannabis compounds are lining shelves. You can visit local pet store PS9 Pets, in Brooklyn for a bag of Treatibles.
PS9 Pets’ cashier Jamie Ciccone says, “if you take the time to research it, it’s an amazing product. We have a dog, our buddy cool, who a couple months ago couldn't walk and he was on tons of different medications. Now he’s off meds. He’s just on Treatibles and he walks on his own.
Treatibles are made with all natural ingredients safe for a animal to eat. Sold online for $22 per bag of 40 treats, Treatibles contain 1 milligram of CBD per treat. The company's recommended dose is 1 milligram per 20-pound animal. The benefits that pet owners have reported are pretty substantial.
Treatible’s Director, Marjorie Fisher says, “customers report experiencing relief from anxiety, from muscular skeletal conditions and from seizures.
Marijuana now legal in 23 states, has been used to help people with different health issues but thanks to hemp products, animals will now get those benefits.
One dog that benefited from pot for pets is Jimmy. This English Spaniel had some issues getting around. His twice daily dose made him a bit sleepy, but he has pushed through. His owners are pleased to report he’s getting around, eating well, and a happier boy.
Owner of Canna Companion, Sarah Brandon says this is for the well being of all pets with aches and pains, “We can help dogs and cats feel better but with a far less likelihood of any kind of at risk effects. Like sedation, wobbliness or anything like that.