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Many pets have required extra care during COVID-19, often due to the added stress of the unpredictability of the ongoing pandemic. “The pet world was suddenly turned upside down… A lot of it is because the routines have been turned upside down and the pets have no idea how to function in the new world order,” said Stephanie Borns-Weil from Cummings Veterinary Medical Center. Tufts Now<\/a>. Your pet can do well with a prescription for patience, behavior correction, and sticking to a routine. However, many owners see CBD treats as a quick fix.<\/p>\n Seconds Search Grand View<\/a>, the global pet CBD market size was valued at $125 million in 2020 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 58.9%. And the increase in diagnoses of anxiety disorders in dogs is a possible factor in this growth. This includes moisturizing CBD pet balms, CBD treats and chews, as well as leave-in shampoos to provide fast, concentrated relief. Of these, oil-based treats and capsules may work best because “CBD incorporated into a fatty substance demonstrates the most efficient and consistent absorption,” said veterinary neurology professor Stephanie McGrath. Insider<\/a>.<\/p>\n With limited studies on CBD for pets, low doses have been deemed safe for healthy dogs (via MDPI<\/a>). However, the benefits of CBD are still mostly anecdotal, both in humans and dogs.<\/p>\n