Gerry is a lively two-year-old dachshund. His owners called the practice in quite a panic. Gerry had suddenly developed a lot of pain and was dragging his left hind leg. An MRI scan confirmed what was already feared: a severe hernia at L3/L4. Surgery seemed inevitable.

But Gerry's owners are familiar with natural medicine. They wanted to try an alternative approach first and chose acupuncture, combined with rest, herbs and our CBDa oil – Pets 2% by CBD Spain.

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The veterinarian prescribed gabapentin and Novacam. In addition, the owners ensured crate rest.

After consultation, it was decided:

• Acupuncture to be started

• CBDa oil Pets 2% to be added to his daily routine

• Hypericum C30 to be used as a homeopathic remedy

• The Novacam to be tapered off and stopped

• Gabapentin to be continued for the time being, but with a view to tapering off

A week later Gerry was back in the practice – and was already walking much better. The dragging of the leg had stopped, and the pain had clearly decreased. The acupuncture was repeated, and the dosage of gabapentin was halved.

Another two weeks later Gerry was completely back to his old self. Playful, cheerful and pain-free. The CBD Spain oil and Hypericum were continued for another month, but further treatment was not necessary. The hernia had healed naturally.

Why CBDa oil for hernias?

CBDa – the raw, acidic form of CBD – is a powerful anti-inflammatory and has muscle-relaxing, pain-relieving and nerve-supporting properties. Especially with conditions such as a hernia, where pressure on the nerves and muscle tension play a major role, CBDa oil offers relief and support during recovery, without side effects.

CBDa Pets 2% oil was specially developed for smaller animals such as dachshunds, cats, rabbits, birds and small dogs. It is a full spectrum oil with all the important cannabinoids, terpenes and flavonoids intact – including CBGa, CBG, CBD, THCa, CBCa, CBDVa, and more.

What makes this oil so special?

Both the Pets 2% and the stronger Mixta 10% variant contain the same extract. The only difference is the concentration:

• CBDa Pets 2% – lower dosage, ideal for small animals.

• CBDa Mixta 10% – higher dosage, suitable for larger dogs or, for example, horses.

Both are based on a unique mix of four hemp varieties:

• Carmagnola

• Felina

• Kompoltie

• Ferimon

This combination results in a rich and powerful oil with broad effects, not only for hernias, but also for:

• Chronic pain

• Anxiety and overstimulation (such as separation anxiety or stress during walks or, for example, car rides)

• Epilepsy

• Muscle and joint problems

• Immune system support

Dachshunds and hernias: a known risk

Dachshunds such as Gerry are prone to hernias, partly due to their long backs. Excessive digging – something Gerry loves to do – can also contribute to strain on the spine.

For owners of active dogs, prevention is important, but not always easy. It is therefore good to know that there are safe, natural remedies to support them if something goes wrong.

Conclusion

Gerry's story shows that natural treatments, such as acupuncture combined with a CBD Spain oil, can provide effective and safe support for hernias. CBDa not only has pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory properties, but also supports the nervous system – essential for conditions such as a hernia.

Dachshund Gerry came to the practice of  Annette de Vogel. She works as a naturopathic therapist and acupuncturist at the Centre for Alternative Veterinary Medicine in Amsterdam and now has more than 15 years of experience successfully using CBD Spain oil in animals. 

Do you have a dog with similar symptoms? Or would you like to know more about using CBDa oil from CBD Spain in animals? Feel free to contact us – we are happy to help.