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The use of cannabidiol as a novel treatment for oral stereotypic behaviour (crib-biting) in a horse
Key Findings: A horse suffering from crib-biting syndrome was given cannabidiol for 4 weeks with positive improvement in symptoms, suggesting potential therapeutic uses for CBD in equine behavioral therapy.
Type of Study: Animal Study
Study Sample Size: 1
Study Result: Positive
Research Location(s): Brazil, Italy
Year of Pub: 2023
Cannabinoids Studied: Cannabidiol (CBD), Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), Cannabinoid (unspecified), Endocannabinoid (unspecified)
Phytocannabinoid Source: Unspecified
Chemotype: Chemotype III
Receptors Studied: CB1, CB2, GPCR 55, TRPV1
Ligands Studied: Dopamine, Serotonin
Route of Administration: Oral (Ingestion)
Citation: Cunha RZ, et al. The use of cannabidiol as a novel treatment for oral stereotypic behaviour (crib-biting) in a horse. Vet Anim Sci. 2023; 19:100289. doi: 10.1016/j.vas.2023.100289
Authors: Cunha RZ, Felisardo LL, Salamanca G, Marchioni GG, Neto OI, Chiocchetti R
