The future of medicinal cannabis in the veterinary industry with Dr Alister Webster - a podcast by Pure Animal

Dr Alister Webster was born to be in the veterinary industry and has an impressive resume including working in clinical practice and veterinary education, before starting the first of what would end up being an array of successful animal and human health businesses. In this exciting episode, we discuss Al's thoughts and insights on the integrative veterinary medicine world, before jumping into the hot topic of the moment- medicinal cannabis. 

Topics discussed include:

• Legalisation and prescribing status in the US, Canada and Australia 


• The increase of cannabis intoxication in dogs due to increased access 


• The difference between recreational and medicinal cannabis


• CBD's potential for treating anxiety and epilepsy in companion animals 


• The importance of product quality and consistency 


• The regulatory pathway CBD will need to take to be used medicinally for animals in Australia 


• What's the deal with hemp?


• The status of clinical trials in dogs and cats 


•  Al's hopes for the future of CBD in veterinary medicine 


• How is CBD actually produced?

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