Presented by: Joshua Sosnow, DVM

This session offers a practical, clinician-friendly overview of cannabinoids, with a focus on cannabidiol (CBD). We’ll walk through the basics of the endocannabinoid system and how it functions in veterinary patients, then dive into what that means for real-world use. The course will also cover how CBD is processed in the body, current legal considerations, and when it may (and may not) be appropriate to consider CBD as a therapeutic option. We’ll wrap up with key dosing guidelines and patient management tips to help you feel more confident navigating this evolving area in practice.

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand the basic function of the endocannabinoid system and its role in animal health.
2. Recognize when CBD may be an appropriate therapeutic option, including key legal considerations.
3. Describe how CBD is metabolized and apply practical dosing and patient management strategies.