If your dog is panting a lot, having separation issues, or bolts at loud noises, your furry friend may have anxiety. Dogs have an endocannabinoid system similar to humans that normally calms anxiety. But sometimes, we all need an extra boost to stay mentally fit.
Studies by the U.S. National Institute of Health show that CBD reduces anxiety, including social anxiety, in humans. A study in Brazil showed that CBD helps with panic disorders. And according to Dogs Naturally magazine, CBD helps dogs in a similar way.
Dogs can be stressed out by life situations, like loud fireworks. Or, they may have general anxiety that shows in their behaviors, like shaking or licking their lips. CBD can calm your dog by reducing the nerve signals to the brain that trigger anxiety.