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Ingredients<br />
healthy skin and a shiny coat. Less skin<br />
inflammation occurs. Thus, CBD oil helps<br />
with inflammatory skin diseases and<br />
chronic skin <strong>pro</strong>blems, such as constant<br />
itching, and supports wound healing.<br />
Weight control and heart health<br />
Omega-3 fatty acids in CBD oil, also called<br />
gamma-linolenic acid, can increase a<br />
dog's energy level, making it more active<br />
and thus preventing obesity. Omega-3<br />
also helps the metabolism to run at full<br />
speed and burn more fat. Thus, omega-3<br />
can also regulate an animal's weight and<br />
im<strong>pro</strong>ve heart health.<br />
Body and mind<br />
CBD oil is not only effective for physical<br />
diseases. It also <strong>pro</strong>motes mental balance<br />
in stress and nervousness. CBD oil has<br />
a calming, antispasmodic and relaxing<br />
effect, it can relieve anxiety, restlessness<br />
and tension. Cannabinol has only a very<br />
mild psychoactive effect for the relief<br />
of acute states of anxiety and panic, e.g.<br />
during New Year's Eve fireworks. CBD oil is<br />
also effective for nausea, such as during a<br />
car ride. It <strong>pro</strong>motes the joy of movement.<br />
Thus, it is helpful for maintaining an<br />
animal's activity and vitality, for a balanced<br />
state of mind as well as for im<strong>pro</strong>ving the<br />
general well-being.<br />
Which side effects of CBD are<br />
possible?<br />
CBD oil is usually well tolerated in its pure<br />
form and has no side effects when used in<br />
ap<strong>pro</strong>priate doses. In case of accidental<br />
overdoses, they are usually harmless.<br />
Possible side effects may include: Loss of<br />
appetite, dry mouth, low blood pressure,<br />
drowsiness, or diarrhea. If medications<br />
are also taken, CBD can strengthen or<br />
weaken the effect of a drug under certain<br />
circumstances, and in some cases it can<br />
also lead to interactions.<br />
What should be considered<br />
when using CBD oil?<br />
It is important to choose the ap<strong>pro</strong>priate<br />
CBD oil and the right quality. A good hemp<br />
oil should have a natural CBD content. It<br />
should have been made from the whole<br />
plant, not only from CBD isolates, and<br />
thus contain all plant components in<br />
their natural balance. The CBD oil should<br />
contain the full spectrum of cannabinoids<br />
of the hemp plant. For dogs and cats,<br />
a CBD oil without terpenes should be<br />
used. For a dog, for example, hemp oils<br />
with a low concentration with up to 4 %<br />
cannabidiol are suitable.<br />
Dosing and dosage forms<br />
CBC can be given as oil, but also as tablets,<br />
capsules or powder, and as a natural feed<br />
supplement in the form of treats, such as<br />
hemp snacks. In external applications for<br />
the treatment of skin diseases, CBD oil<br />
can also be applied to the skin. CBD oils<br />
are available in different concentrations<br />
and can be individually dosed as drops.<br />
The use of CBD oils should be started<br />
with the lowest possible dose of 0.5 mg<br />
and, if the cannabidoid is well tolerated,<br />
slowly increased to ap<strong>pro</strong>ximately 1 mg<br />
of CBD per kilogram of body weight per<br />
day, divided into three doses daily.<br />
Accordingly, a dog weighing 12 kilos<br />
would get about 6 – 12 drops of CBD per<br />
day. An application period of at least 4<br />
weeks is recommended. If it has a positive<br />
effect, CBD can also be given in the long<br />
term to rebalance a dog's body and<br />
psyche and to strengthen the immune<br />
system permanently. Even an accidental<br />
overdose has no serious side effects. In<br />
any case, however, the information of<br />
the respective manufacturer should be<br />
observed.<br />
The oil can be dripped directly into the<br />
animal's mouth. In liquid form, the active<br />
ingredients can pass directly through the<br />
mucous membranes into the bloodstream.<br />
It is best not to administer CBD oil with<br />
food, but about 2 hours before meals.<br />
Depending on the animal's reaction to<br />
the taste of CBD oil, it can also be hidden<br />
in a small amount of food. In this case, the<br />
oil should be given with a small amount<br />
of food on an empty stomach, followed by<br />
the main meal 2 hours later.<br />
CBD oils are versatile in use. Ap<strong>pro</strong>priately<br />
dosed, animals can also benefit from the<br />
positive <strong>pro</strong>perties of CBD oils. In any<br />
case, it is recommended to consult with a<br />
veterinarian. Meanwhile, there are many<br />
different hemp <strong>pro</strong>ducts specifically<br />
for animals and numerous suppliers.<br />
Depending on the manufacturer, the<br />
ingredients as well as the CBD content of<br />
the respective oil can vary.<br />
Technology & Marketing<br />
The Author<br />
Sabine Straka is a part of the Editorial<br />
Team of Petfood PRO at Dr. Harnisch<br />
Publications in Nuremberg, Germany<br />
For more information<br />
www.<strong>petfood</strong><strong>pro</strong>-mag.com<br />
Issue 4 <strong>2021</strong><br />
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