Dog Barking on Every Walk Due to Trauma... Behavioral Improvement with Medical Cannabis Oil

Improvement Effects Seen with Medical Cannabis Component 'CBD' Oil
No Hallucinations and High Safety, Also Used for Pediatric Epilepsy

Appearance of the Doberman breed. Photo by Pixabay

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Sung-wook] A story has been shared about how medical cannabis oil improved the psychological trauma of a pet dog. On the 6th (local time), according to Argentine media and Yonhap News, the use of cannabidiol (CBD) on a Doberman dog showing behavioral disorders showed improvement effects.

Sandra Destefano (60), who raises a Doberman named 'Titan' in Argentina, shared her experience of seeing effects through CBD. When Titan was about one year old, he was severely bitten after being attacked by another dog while playing in a park, which caused serious trauma symptoms. He showed signs of fear when going outside and barked aggressively at every dog, making interaction with other dogs impossible. Although Titan weighs 40 kg, he was so wary even of very small dogs that walking him was difficult. The owner explained Titan's abnormal behavior as "seeming to try to hide his anxiety."

Following the hospital's recommendation, Titan underwent neutering surgery, but it had no effect. Destefano also revealed that she had made long-term efforts to improve Titan's behavioral disorders. She said, "We tried everything: antidepressants, stimulation therapy using play and scents, special walking collars, diet changes, and expert training." The hospital diagnosed it as a neurological problem and administered neurological drug treatment for five months, but it was ineffective. Although behavioral correction training from an animal behavior expert helped improve the condition, it was not completely resolved.

Ultimately, Destefano chose CBD. The veterinarian recommended the use of medical cannabis oil, and with no other options left, she accepted the CBD therapy. For three months, a certain amount of cannabis oil was applied to Titan's teeth, and combined with training from an animal behavior expert, the walking problems were completely resolved. Destefano explained that improvements were seen in wearing a muzzle, interactions with other dogs, and the relationship with another pet dog, 'Vita.' Afterward, the CBD therapy was discontinued and is only used in special cases such as travel.

CBD is a cannabis component without psychoactive effects and is classified as a health functional food overseas. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), CBD has no psychotropic drug properties and is considered safe without abuse or dependence potential. It is used for treating epilepsy in children and adults and shows potential for development as a treatment for brain disorders such as autism spectrum disorder, Alzheimer's, and dementia. In Korea, CBD components are produced for medical and industrial use through the 'Gyeongbuk Hemp Regulatory Free Zone' project.

However, when using CBD for pets, the help of a professional veterinarian is necessary, and it is recommended to proceed simultaneously with training from an animal behavior expert rather than as a standalone therapy.

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