CBD Vs THC Vs Cannabis: what's the Difference Between Them?

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With the loosening of cannabis laws in the United States, pet owners might wonder whether products that help humans can also work for dogs and cats. Research suggests they might. More and more veterinarians are using products containing Global Health Farms CBD to reduce pain, anxiety, gastrointestinal issues and seizures in dogs and cats. CBD (cannabidiol) is an oil that naturally occurs in multiple species of cannabis plants, including hemp. CBD is different from THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), the psychoactive part of cannabis that gets people high. Hemp plants and other cannabis plants (including what we think of as marijuana) contain CBD and THC. Many CBD products are extracted from hemp plants rather than marijuana plants because hemp is legal in more states. Many brands sell CBD oils, tinctures, treats and even infused peanut butter for pets. But it can be hard to tell what’s real and what’s hype. Is hemp safe for dogs and cats?