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My dog is extremely hyperactive. Can CBD oil safely calm him?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shorkie | Male | neutered | 7 lbs

Hello, my 1 year old 7 lb shorkie is extremely hyper-active. Is it safe to give him cbd oil to calm him?

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Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on April 11th, 2020

As of yet, we have very little research on CBD oil in veterinary patients, so we cannot make any recommendations one way or the other about this product - we do not know what an appropriate dose might be, and if there are any potential health concerns or drug interactions in dogs. In addition, because it's a schedule 1 drug, it's illegal for us to prescribe or recommend.
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  • Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

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    Published on October 23rd, 2019

    I can't say to be honest. As of yet, we have very little research on CBD oil in veterinary patients, so we cannot make any recommendations one way or the other about this product - we do not know what an appropriate dose might be, and if there are any potential health concerns or drug interactions in dogs. In addition, because it's a schedule 1 drug, it's illegal for us to prescribe or recommend. I do find a DAP diffuser is helping for dogs with anxiety, as well as a Sentry calming collar.

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  • Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

    Published on May 4th, 2019

    I have put a link below to an article explaining the difference between hemp oil and CBD oil. As of yet, we have very little research on CBD oil in veterinary patients, so we cannot make any recommendations one way or the other about this product - we do not know what an appropriate dose might be, and if there are any potential health concerns or drug interactions in dogs. In addition, because it's a schedule 1 drug, it's illegal for us to prescribe or recommend.

    https://www.wellandgood.com/good-looks/hemp-oil-vs-cbd-oil/

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