toxic<\/strong> effects in many species, and it is possible that it could occur in bearded dragons as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAdditionally, cannabis could interact with other medications<\/strong> a bearded dragon may be taking, and produce unintended effects. It is important to research<\/strong> the potential risks before exposing a bearded dragon to cannabis in any form.<\/p>\n\n\n\nOn the other hand, there may be potential benefits<\/strong> to exposing bearded dragons to cannabis. Research is needed to better understand the effects of cannabinoids on bearded dragons and whether or not they could produce a therapeutic benefit.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAn alternative to cannabis exposure is to give a bearded dragon hemp oil, as it contains only trace amounts of THC and would likely not produce any psychoactive effects. Hemp oil is known to have many potential benefits in other species and could be a safer option for bearded dragons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What Are the Risks of Exposing Bearded Dragons to Cannabis?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Having established evidence that bearded dragons have cannabinoid receptors, the question then becomes: should bearded dragons be exposed to cannabis? Although it may be tempting to give your beardie a bit of marijuana, it is important to understand the potential risks involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Physical risks:\n
\n- Excessive exposure to cannabinoids can cause respiratory depression, which can lead to difficulty breathing and even death.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Ingesting cannabis can cause gastrointestinal distress, resulting in vomiting, loss of appetite, and diarrhea.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bearded dragons have delicate systems and can easily become over-stimulated, which can cause them to become dizzy and disoriented.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Behavioral risks:\n
\n- Marijuana intoxication can result in changes in behavior, such as aggression, lethargy, and increased anxiety.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bearded dragons may become less active and less responsive to their environment due to the effects of marijuana.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Exposure to cannabis can also lead to increased disorientation and confusion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Psychological risks:\n
\n- Cannabis intoxication can cause changes in mood, such as depression, anxiety, and irritability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bearded dragons may experience hallucinations, paranoia, and impaired judgment due to their exposure to cannabinoids.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Long-term exposure can lead to cognitive decline in your beardie.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Given the potential risks, it is important to understand the effects of cannabinoids on bearded dragons before exposing them to cannabis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
In conclusion, it is evident that bearded dragons have cannabinoid receptors in their bodies, which means that they have the potential to experience the effects of cannabinoids. Although further research is needed, it is likely that these effects could be beneficial to bearded dragons, particularly in terms of relieving pain and inflammation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is therefore important for bearded dragons\u2019 keepers to be aware of the potential benefits of cannabinoids and to consult a veterinarian before administering any form of cannabis-based products.<\/strong> <\/em>This could help to ensure that any cannabinoid-based treatments are safe and effective for bearded dragons<\/em>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"This article explores the question, Do Bearded Dragons Have Cannabinoid Receptors? Cannabinoid receptors are part of the endocannabinoid system, which is responsible for regulating a range of physiological processes in mammals. It is only recently that scientists have looked into the role of this system in reptiles, such as bearded dragons. It is essential to […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":10163,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_gspb_post_css":".gs-box{padding:20px;border-left:5px solid transparent;margin-bottom:25px}.gs-box-text>p{margin-bottom:20px;margin-top:0}.gs-box-text>p:last-of-type{margin-bottom:0}.gs-box.update_type{color:#004458;background-color:#d9edf7;border:1px solid #bce8f1}","footnotes":""},"categories":[16,1],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10139"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/6"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=10139"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10139\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":11526,"href":"https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10139\/revisions\/11526"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/10163"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=10139"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=10139"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=10139"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}