Your Guide To CBD Oil For Cats Seizures

September 29, 2019 Eric Forrest Helpful Information, Pet Products 0

Popularly
known as marijuana, weed, pot, or hash, it started as hemp in India and was
called Cannabis Sativa. Sativa is a Latin adjective that means ‘cultivated’. It
originated from Pakistan and was brought by the Spanish explorers to Peru in
1545. It was considered the first cultivated plant in the world. Originally it
started to be used as hemp.

In
the US, 33 States have now legalized medicinal marijuana. The first state to
legalized medicinal marijuana was in California in 1996. Check out the full
list here: https://www.businessinsider.com/legal-marijuana-states-2018-1.

Two
major components of cannabis (marijuana) are THC and CBD. THC is considered as
the recreational aspect of marijuana since it makes people high. Cannabidiol is
non-recreational but has therapeutic value in using for epileptic seizures
among cats.

Three Major Types Of Seizure Among Cats

  1. Toxins caused by Pyrethrin

It
is a chemical compound found present in flea and tick sprays, dips and
shampoos. Some of these are designed for dogs but may cause a seizure to cats
when exposed to this toxin.

The
following are its symptoms:

  • Muscle
    tremor
  • Stumbling
    and general muscular disorientation
  • Seizure.
  • Feline cardiomyopathy and heartworm
    disease

This
is the deadliest form of seizure among cats. It can bring an instance of death
even to a perfectly healthy feline (read more). Feline cardiomyopathy is a
condition where the heart of the cat starts to thicken decreasing the flow of
blood. Some symptoms are loss of appetite, lethargy, weak pulse, difficulty in
breathing and others. Feline Heartworms, on the other hand, are more common in
dogs compared to cats. It is a blood-borne parasite – Dirofilaria immitus­.
Female parasites are longer compared to male parasites sometimes reaching from
6 to 14 inches and can be found in the heart.

  • Idiopathic Epilepsy

There
is no known reason why cats are affected by idiopathic epilepsy.

Scientist
suspects that it is a genetic disorder. Those with epilepsy will have a sudden
uncontrolled physical attack with or without losing consciousness. Usually,
symptoms appear when they are 1 to 4 years old.

CBD
Oil is used for felines suffering from – cancer, lack of appetite, arthritis,
chronic pain, and seizures.

Epileptic Seizure or Idiopathic Epilepsy

Feline
epilepsy affects 2% of this adorable population, causing them to experience
random seizures and temporary loss of consciousness. Commonly prescribed
medicine is the AED or Anti-Epileptic Drugs. Unfortunately, not all of them responds
well to AED. Some side effects such as loss of weight, increase salivation and
urination were observed. Now owners can replace or supplement these drugs with Cannabidiol
oil. It is proven that CBD oil is effective in controlling seizures among felines
reducing it to as much as 36.5% over a year. This pet
website can help you
learn more about this.

4 Major Types Of CBD Oil:

  1. CBD
    Oils in bottles     –
    This comes with a dropper so you can just to the food or water of the cat or
    drop it directly into the mouth.
  2. CBD
    treats     – It comes in
    regular flavors such as tuna or catnip.
  3. CBD
    topicals     – Are creams
    and lotions which can be massaged or applied directly into the fur or skin.
  4. Sublingual – This is the fastest way for
    medicine to enter into the bloodstream. It is applied under the tongue of the
    cat.

Tips On Choosing The
Correct CBD Oil For Cats

  1. Buy
    CBD Oils for Cats – Never use CBD Oils for humans to pets. These animals are
    more sensitive to THC compared to people.

    1. Choose
      Cannabidiol Oils from hemp and never from marijuana – This way it will be more
      legal since it comes from hemp. Marijuana is toxic to cats since it contains a
      high level of THC. Hemps only contains 0.3% THC.
    1. Always
      consult your veterinarian. Factors such as the proper dosage for CBD oil should
      first be determined. Know the type of disease your pet may have.
    1. Read
      online reviews.

Though
side effects in the use of CBD Oil are extremely rare, if you ever suspect a one
in your cat, look for the following signs: sedation, dry mouth, nausea and
changes in appetite and weight. If this occurs consult your veterinarian as
soon as possible. The dosage may be decreased or will be reintroduced gradually
into their system. Take note – kittens react differently to CBD Oil compared to
adult felines. So if there are kittens around consult your veterinarian.