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Pit Bull Lovers Everywhere: CBD May Help your Beloved Pup!

Writer's picture: Jana WardJana Ward

Updated: Jan 9


Pit bulls are probably the most misunderstood type of dog on the planet. To start with, they are not actually a breed, but a type of dog. Nonetheless, pit bull owners know how amazing they are. They are extremely loyal, loving dogs, with excellent temperaments. Unfortunately, the pit bull, while generally strong, robust, energetic dogs, are prone to several health issues.


Pit bull owners are experiencing great results using CBD to help their beloved pitties to promote overall well-being. Cannabidiol (CBD) is a chemical found in cannabis. It is not psychoactive, unlike tetrahydrocannabinol or “THC”. CBD interacts with the body via the endocannabinoid system—which is a made up of an interconnected chain of receptors that reside in the brain, nervous system, glands, and organs. These receptors help with health and healing.


Pit Bull aficionados are using CBD to:


Calm Their Pit:

Pit bulls are deeply attached to their families, which can lead to separation stress. They are also sensitive to noise and travel. Due to their size, strength, and energy, without proper training, they may end up in shelters. This shelter experience, through no fault of the dog, can result in various behavioral issues that adopters need to address. Administering CBD might help a dog feel more calm and relaxed.


Stop the Scratching:

CBD may also promote a healthy inflammatory response. This might help itchy pit bulls by bolstering the immune system, thereby reducing the need to scratch. Pit bulls can have skin problems due to allergies caused by pollen, plants, ticks, fleas, flies and even from the wheat products found in dog food.


Ease Discomfort

Sadly, due to their size, pit bulls tend to develop problems with their joint mobility, and may experience soreness from daily activities. CBD may help support joint flexibility, and help keep dogs in peak condition for longer, promoting long-term health.


Give it a Try

CBD is legal in all 50 states. Since there are no toxins in CBD, there is no known risk in administering it to your dog and you cannot overdose your dog. You will not make your dog high. The key to dosing is to find out what works best for your pit bull. Start low and go slow. For mental stress, you may see a positive change in your dog within 30 minutes. For discomfort, it may take several days to a couple of weeks to see your pup regain some pep in their step. Give it a try!



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