In recent years, pet owners and the veterinary profession have been inundated with cannabidiol (CBD) products. Widespread availability and Internet “buzz” have made over-the-counter hemp-based CBD very popular, and cannabis in general has become one of the most impactful natural medicines to be introduced into modern veterinary practice.
With only a handful of veterinary-specific studies currently available, however, many veterinarians are at a loss regarding how to approach client questions. To address the needs of our clients and patients, we must use veterinary and human medical data in order to better understand how CBD and other cannabis products may be of benefit to animals.