Scientists Test LSD Microdoses on Anxious Dogs With Surprising Results
A groundbreaking case study reveals that tiny amounts of LSD may offer new hope for dogs suffering from separation anxiety. Researchers administered microdoses of 1cP-LSD to a 13-year-old mixed breed female dog and observed significant behavioral improvements over a month of treatment.
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| Key Findings | Details |
|---|---|
| Anxiety Reduction | Score dropped from 29 (severe) to 14 (moderate) |
| Dosage | 5 micrograms every 3 days for 30 days |
| Method | Oral administration disguised in ham |
| Duration | Effects lasted 1 month post treatment |
| Side Effects | None recorded during study |
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Treatment Protocol Shows Measurable Progress
The study team tracked the dog’s progress using a validated behavioral scale. They documented clear improvements in destructive behavior patterns and measured shorter vocalization periods when the owner left. The treatment consisted of 10 total doses administered every three days at breakfast time.
Researchers from Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria selected the dosage by extrapolating from human data, acknowledging potential differences in how different species process the substance. The careful approach reflected the novel nature of psychedelic research in veterinary medicine.
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Study Limitations Highlight Need for Caution
The research team acknowledged significant constraints in their methodology. The study lacked a placebo controlled design, which the authors identified as a key limitation. Without a control group, determining whether improvements resulted directly from the LSD treatment remains challenging.
Ethical considerations also emerged regarding animal consent and the unknown long term effects of repeated psychedelic administration in animals. These concerns underscore the preliminary nature of this research and the need for comprehensive future studies.
Growing Interest in Alternative Animal Treatments
This LSD research joins a broader scientific movement exploring unconventional therapies for animal health. Recent studies have demonstrated CBD’s effectiveness in treating canine anxiety, seizures, and arthritis. The National Animal Supplement Council has promoted research showing CBD safety for long term use in dogs.
The FDA has actively sought veterinarian input on cannabis derived products for animals, recognizing significant data gaps in current knowledge. This regulatory attention signals growing acceptance of alternative treatments in veterinary medicine.
The researchers emphasize that their findings require cautious interpretation given the single case design. However, the sustained improvement one month after treatment suggests promising therapeutic potential that warrants further investigation through controlled clinical trials.
