CANNABIS & PETS June 6th

As medical marijuana programs expand across the nation, more and more people are discovering their own personal medicinal relationship with this ancient herb. As people experience improvements in their own health and wellness, they wonder if it would also be good or helpful for their pets.

Veterinarians, like physicians, have limited experience with cannabis as medicine. As pet owners, it becomes our responsibility to make the best decisions regarding their wellbeing. Though articles abound on the internet about cannabis and pets, it’s hard for pet owners to know what direction to take. One thing is for sure, pets and people DO NOT have the same tolerance and pets should be treated very carefully. The other concern is THC toxicity due to unauthorized consumption of cannabis and cannabis products by your pet.

In this class we will address the pros and cons of administering cannabis to your pets. We will explore…