The CBD pet product category has been steadily growing in popularity. Are inaccurate label claims holding it back?
Leafreport, the CBD industry s peer-reviewed watchdog website, sent dozens of pet CBD products for independent testing at Canalysis Laboratories in Las Vegas. The website recently disclosed the results from their comprehensive review.
The analysis found that 56% contained an incorrect amount of CBD and many had trace of THC, despite being labeled as full-spectrum CBD.
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In order to receive an “A” from Leafreport, CBD levels have to fall within a 10% variance of what the product stated on its label.
In total, only 24 of the 55 products tested (44%) contained the advertised amount of CBD. The remaining were off by anywhere from 10.2% to 98.5% from the label. Notably, 56% (31) of the tested products had CBD levels that differed from the label by more than a 10% variance. Of the total tested products, 22 had no THC, despite c
Surveys suggest veterinarians not meeting pet nutraceutical needs While veterinarians may be able to diagnose diseases and perform difficult surgeries, many have received little education on animal nutrition.
A recent TodaysVeterinaryBusiness.com survey revealed this could lead to missed opportunities for vets. Among pet owners who purchase nutraceuticals, the report found that a gap exists between the percentage of clients who want a vet’s recommendation and those who actually receive it. For example, the reports noted that 63% of pet owners who bought skin and coat supplements want their veterinarian to recommend products, but only 39% of veterinarians did so.
This sentiment extends to CBD too.