Scientists studied 47,000 dogs on CBD and found a surprising behavior shift

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Source: ScienceDaily Health

Original: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/11/251128050506.htm...

Published: Fri, 28 Nov 2025 08:41:17 EST

Researchers studied more than 47,000 dogs taking CBD and found that CBD was most commonly used in older dogs with chronic health problems. Long-term use of CBD was associated with a reduction in aggression in these animals. However, other forms of anxious behavior were not significantly improved. This effect of reduced aggression was strongest in dogs whose owners lived in cannabis-friendly states. CBD has a calming and stabilizing effect on dogs, helping to reduce tension and promote calm behavior. Research also shows that CBD can improve the mobility and quality of life of dogs with arthritis and reduce the frequency of epileptic seizures. Dogs have an endocannabinoid system that allows CBD to modulate various receptors in the body, thereby affecting pain, stress, and behavior. The effects of CBD are individual and require careful dosing according to the age and health status of the dog[1][2][3][4][5].