 With medical marijuana now legal in over half the states, and an increasing number of states legalizing recreational marijuana, there has been a rise in CBD products, such as oils, pills, gummies, even topically. You can find these in stores and online. And recently, the trend has carried over to our four-legged friends. CBD-Cannabidiol Marijuana, also known as Cannabis Sativa, is a plant. In the cannabis plant, both THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) and CBD (Cannabidiol) can be found. CBD can be derived from the hemp or from non-hemp plants. Hemp is defined as any part of the cannabis sativa plant with no more than 0.3% of THC. THC-Tetrahydrocannabinol THC is considered a psychoactive substance, which means that it is a chemical that changes how the brain functions, that can cause alterations in perception, mood, consciousness or behavior. Research and studies are showing potential benefits of CBD for controlling pain from conditions such as osteoarthritis, calming anxious pets and may help with treating epilepsy in dogs. Like with any product, you should consult with your veterinarian to determine if CBD products are right for your pet, and what the proper dosage should be, especially important if your pet is on other medication. Just like with any medication or pet product, you want to be careful to not overdose and be sure to keep any CBD products safely up and out of paws’ reach. 
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