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Exploring the Canine Endocannabinoid System: How Cannabis Can Help Your Pet By Shanti Ryle 23.3.2018 Marijuana News Let’s be real: man’s best friend is dog and man’s best bud is cannabis. Thanks to growing research, we know CBD (the non-intoxicating cannabinoid in cannabis) works wonders for humans, but increasing evidence points to CBD as a powerful remedy for dogs. Many dog-owners have presented anecdotal support for using CBD to treat a number of canine maladies, including everything from inflammation to anxiety. My corgi Arnold takes CBD twice a day and I’ve noticed an improvement in his health and happiness. At the ripe old age of two, Arnold has both congenital hip dysplasia and separation anxiety. CBD soothes the inflammation in his hips and keeps him calm when his family’s away at work. This is Arnold. Arnold has issues. CBD helps.