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If, however, you want guidance from a veterinarian about CBD for your pet, you'll have to start the conversation. That's because vets have been left out of most state laws concerning cannabis, so they can talk about CBD gummies for stress only if clients broach the topic. Only California has passed legislation that specifically authorizes veterinarians to discuss cannabis with their clients, according to experts. As a result, vets lag behind physicians in working with cannabis and researching its use in pets. Despite this lack of official guidance, pet owners are increasingly seeking out CBD for their furry family members. In a survey conducted this year by the Veterinary Information Network, an online community of veterinarians, nearly two-thirds of survey respondents said they were asked about cannabis by their patients at least once a month. Fueled mainly by anecdotal reports, people are turning to CBD to help manage pain, arthritis, seizures, and other health problems in their pets. And a growing crop of CBD products marketed for pets-including tinctures, capsules, and chew treats-has burst onto the market to meet the consumer demand. |
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