{"id":3330,"date":"2023-09-29T11:37:09","date_gmt":"2023-09-29T11:37:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vetic.in\/blog\/?p=3330"},"modified":"2025-11-01T10:00:18","modified_gmt":"2025-11-01T10:00:18","slug":"cbd-oil-for-dogs-is-it-cannabis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vetic.in\/blog\/pet-health\/cbd-oil-for-dogs-is-it-cannabis\/","title":{"rendered":"CBD Oil for Dogs in India: The Benefits, Side Effects and Risks of Using CBD Supplements in Dogs"},"content":{"rendered":"

The use of cannabis and hemp derived products is gaining a lot of popularity in the world of medicine – human and veterinary. However, is it safe to use CBD oil for dogs in India? Is there enough research to show the bene<\/span>fits of CBD supplements for dogs and the side effects of CBD in veterinary medicine?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Let\u2019s find out!<\/span><\/p>\n

What is CBD?\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

CBD stands for cannabidiol. It is a natural compound found in cannabis and related plants, such as hemp. CBD is commonly found in the form of highly purified CBD oil in the Indian market. CBD oil for dogs in India is gaining steady popularity as an alternative therapy for chronic pain, nausea, cancer and behaviour issues.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Since CBD is extracted from hemp plants, it has no psychoactive effects unlike THC (tetrahydrocannabinol). CBD oil for dogs allegedly has multiple medical properties.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Each dog possesses cannabinoid receptors in the muscles, intestines and CNS that bind cannabidiol (CBD) molecules.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

When a dog consumes CBD in oil form, the molecules predominantly adhere to receptors situated in the intestines. Subsequently, these receptors transmit signals across various systems within the dog’s physiology.<\/span><\/p>\n

How is CBD Different from Cannabis?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Cannabis has around 80 cannabinoid compounds that are found in almost every species of cannabis plants or marijuana. These 80 molecules include both CBD and THC.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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CBD has no hallucinogenic properties<\/span><\/a>, but THC is psychoactive. Hence, the consumption of marijuana gives the feeling of a \u201chigh.\u201d However, CBD has zero psychoactive properties, so taking pure CBD oil causes no hallucinations or feelings of \u201chigh.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

CBD is a pure molecule that is extracted from marijuana or cannabis after multiple stages of purification.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Can You Give CBD Supplements or CBD Oil to Your Dog in India?<\/span><\/h2>\n

CBD oil for dogs in India is entirely legal. You may even be able to find other formulations of the supplement but oil is more popular.<\/p>\n

Today, several variants of ready-to-consume CBD are available in the market for dogs. However, there is no conclusive evidence that CBD is safe for dogs in the long run.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Sadly, there aren\u2019t enough studies to show the safe dose, highest dose or maximum duration of CBD treatment for dogs. There are some studies that show the benefits of CBD in dogs. Nonetheless, these studies do not talk about a standard dose for the different conditions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Like all medicines, CBD oil for dogs has its pros and cons. If you think you are ready to try CBD oil for your dog, you need to consult your veterinarian.<\/span><\/p>\n

What are Some Potential Benefits of CBD Oil for Dogs?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Over the years, several studies have shown that CBD oil for dogs can treat multiple conditions. Published studies include the use of CBD for treatments of chronic diseases and disorders in dogs. <\/span><\/p>\n

Some of the diseases and disorders CBD oil for dogs can treat include –<\/span><\/p>\n