Aggressive behavior and feather plucking in birds is a major health concern and often the byproduct of one or more health issues. While few products on the market have shown to counteract the myriad of reasons for this condition, cannabinoids (CBD) and the fatty acids contained within the hemp plant could provide the most protection for birds.
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Like us humans, many animals can not synthesize everything they need for their health. Therefore, they sometimes rely on their diet, through which they absorb certain nutrients. Essential fatty acids are initially used as building blocks for long-chain fatty acids of vital importance, the end products of which are finally absorbed by every cell in the body. Hemp seed oil is rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which are used to produce eicosanoids – so-called signaling molecules that can be anti-inflammatory but also promote.
As it is with everything in life, too much of a good thing can hurt. Although inflammation can be the cause of numerous health problems, such as arthritis, autoimmune diseases and allergies, but they also help in some cases in healing processes. For pets suffering from diseases such as cancer or infections, supplementation with more omega-6 fatty acids may be supportive of the defense. Mainly for a good health is a balanced intake of anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids and pro-inflammatory omega-6 fatty acids – hemp seed oil contains these by nature in the ideal ratio. As many animal feeds are made with cheaper oils, which usually contain too much omega-6 fatty acids and too little omega-3 fatty acids,
Apart from the fact that fatty acids of balanced healing and health serve, they are particularly beneficial in terms of cardiac and renal health, growth and development, trainability, skin health and on the general mood and the shiny coat. While many soon discover the first positive effects of hemp oil supplementation in their pet, it can take about three to four months to fully develop their effects as the fatty acids are absorbed throughout the body. If the pet subsequently experiences flatulence or diarrhea, it may be due to an overdose, and the daily supplementation will simply be reduced until the symptoms diminish.
Hemp oil, which is extracted from the whole plant, contains additional components, which are not contained in the hemp seed oil. The most famous of these is THC (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol), which is best known for its psychoactive effects that stoned its users. Unlike marijuana, hemp contains little trace of THC (less than 0.3%) and does not make our pets “high”. Hemp oil from plant parts contains significantly more CBD (cannabidiol), which promises a potential life-saving benefit and does not cause intoxication in the same breath. CBD’s current applications include the treatment of epilepsy and other seizure disorders, pain relief in multiple sclerosis, relief of inflammation, and protection against neurodegenerative diseases. CBD also relieves anxiety and pain, supports the immune system and heart health, and even works to fight cancer. Cannabidiol is a fascinating and safe health supplement that has garnered much media attention in recent years, and it appears as if new studies are published daily highlighting the efficacy of this substance. Because all mammals have an endocannabinoid system that responds to the body’s signals as well as to compounds found in hemp, CBD has as many potential benefits to humans as to the animal. which has received much media attention in recent years, and it seems as if daily new studies are published which illustrate the efficacy of this substance. Because all mammals have an endocannabinoid system that responds to the body’s signals as well as to compounds found in hemp, CBD has as many potential benefits to humans as to the animal. which has received much media attention in recent years, and it seems as if daily new studies are published which illustrate the efficacy of this substance. Because all mammals have an endocannabinoid system that responds to the body’s signals as well as to compounds found in hemp, CBD has as many potential benefits to humans as to the animal.
Terpenes belong to a different class of compounds that can be found in the extract of whole hemp plant parts, but not in hempseed oil. They are by no means unique to hemp or cannabis, but are commonly found in nature. Terpenes are basically responsible for making basil taste like basil and rosemary like rosemary or that oranges taste sour, and so on. Terpenes have a proven, albeit very minor health-promoting effect, and are generally so weak that they prove to be impractical supplements. In addition to offering us humans very little health benefit, terpenes can even become a source of danger to animals. Many animals, even if they seem similar to us, yet they differ greatly in their metabolism and their sensitivity to toxins from us. Everyone knows that it is not a good idea to feed a dog with chocolate. The reason for this is theobromine, a chemical that we humans tolerate well, but dogs only very slowly break down. However, cats lack specific liver enzymes called glucuronyltransferase, which are needed to break down such terpenes. Since cats are not able to effectively metabolize terpenes, it can lead to organ damage and even death when consumed. Cat owners should therefore definitely refrain from products that contain terpenes (even on the extract of whole hemp plant parts). If there are any, the few positive effects are overshadowed by the grave consequences that are to be taken seriously. Pet owners should only buy products that are specially labeled as pet food and feed them nothing that is intended for humans.
The increased research and daily new scientific evidence on the safety and effectiveness of hemp-based supplements shows that the time has come to take a look at the benefits and effects that this wonderful plant has to offer to humanity and their pets.