Dogs with daily exposure to marijuana can get highly intoxicated. Marijuana has a chemical compound called cannabinoids that interact with the receptors of our body. Compared with humans, dogs have a higher number of cannabinoid receptors in their brains. Dogs are more vulnerable, reactive, and are likely to experience the toxic effects of marijuana, even in small amount, than humans. Dogs can be intoxicated via inhalation of second-hand smoke, direct ingestion, or eating of food with marijuana as an ingredient. There has been increasing access to marijuana which means there is also a higher chance of dog exposure to marijuana, whether deliberately or accidentally. Marijuana does not have a deadly effect on dogs but it is still dangerous to pets. Suppose you think your pet has inhaled or ingested marijuana, seek your veterinarian’s assistance. You must know the method of exposure so your vet London, ON can properly diagnose and give appropriate treatment.
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