Weed And Your Dogs - How It Affects Them

Weed And Your Dogs - How It Affects Them

Second-hand smoke is generally known to be hazardous to pets. So, is it dangerous to smoke weed around dogs? Let us explore this and several other questions to determine the answer.

Cannabis or Marijuana?

These terms may be used interchangeably in reference to the hemp plant. Cannabis is the botanical name, while marijuana and weed are among the varied nicknames it is known by.

Does Cannabis Affect Dogs?

Marijuana can have an adverse effect on dogs as indicated by the symptoms below:

  1. Arrhythmia
  2. Breathing difficulties
  3. Lethargy
  4. Loss of balance
  5. Lower blood pressure
  6. Urinary incontinence

Can Dogs Get High?

Dogs can become intoxicated through the following causes:

  1. Consuming food laced with marijuana
  2. Ingesting marijuana buds or leaves
  3. Inhaling second-hand smoke

Is It Dangerous To Smoke Weed Around Dogs?

Smoke exposure can potentially damage a dog’s sensitive lungs. For that matter, smoking cigarettes or weed around dogs on a daily basis can seriously compromise his overall respiratory function. So, the short answer is: Yes.

If you must have a smoke, do it in an area that is separate from your dog, and keep a window open. Or better yet, do it outside while keeping your dog protected indoors.

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