Scientists Say Dogs Can Be Given CBD to Make Them Less Aggressive
A study of over 47,000 US dogs found 7.3% received CBD supplements, which lowered aggression but showed no effect on anxiety or agitation, researchers reported.
- Researchers in the US found companion dogs receiving CBD supplements after prolonged use reported below-average aggression levels, according to a study published in Frontiers in Veterinary Science.
- The study found 7.3% of US companion dogs received CBD, clustered among dogs with dementia , osteoarthritis , and cancer , with male dogs 9% more likely than females.
- Owners reported supplement frequency, with researchers defining frequent users as daily supplementation and Dr Leung noting 2,759 dogs were classified as frequent users.
- The team cautioned that researchers did not study mechanisms and urged further research; owners and veterinarians must choose reputable brands and monitor dosing due to possible gastrointestinal issues.
- The authors called the study a 'starting point' to understand CBD's effects, using data from more than 47,000 dog owners via the Dog Aging Project, while researchers noted the human–pet bond may influence CBD use.
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Scientists say dogs can be given CBD to make them less aggressive
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Study Suggests CBD Use In Dogs Could Decrease Aggression
A study involving tens of thousands of dogs indicates cannabidiol (CBD) may be useful in calming some aggressive dogs. Maybe. The Dog Aging Project (DAP) is a research initiative bringing together a community of dogs, their owners, veterinarians, researchers, and volunteers in what it claims is the most ambitious canine health study in the world. […] The post Study Suggests CBD Use In Dogs Could Decrease Aggression appeared first on Hemp Gazette.
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