As CBD for pets becomes more mainstream, an interesting question keeps coming up among dog owners, veterinarians, and online communities:
If a dog owner uses CBD for their dog, are they more likely to use CBD (or marijuana) themselves?
Based on recent surveys, market research, and thousands of real-world discussions on Reddit, the answer appears to be yes, and the overlap is significant.
CBD Use Among Dog Owners: The Big Picture
CBD has moved rapidly from fringe supplement to mainstream wellness product, both for humans and pets.
According to a 2023 Gallup survey, approximately 17% of U.S. adults report using CBD products for personal wellness, pain, anxiety, or sleep support.
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At the same time, the U.S. pet CBD market has been growing at double-digit rates, with projections estimating it will exceed $1.2 billion by 2026, driven largely by dog owners seeking anxiety and pain relief.
đź”— https://www.grandviewresearch.com/industry-analysis/pet-cbd-market
How Many CBD-Using Dog Owners Also Use CBD Themselves?
While no single study isolates this number perfectly, multiple consumer surveys point to a strong overlap.
A 2024 consumer wellness report by Statista found that:
55–65% of pet owners who purchase CBD for their dogs also report personal CBD use First-time pet CBD purchases are most often made by people already familiar with CBD benefits
đź”— https://www.statista.com/topics/6583/cbd-consumption-in-the-us/
This supports what many dog owners intuitively report:
They try CBD themselves first, see benefits, and then consider it for their pets.
Marijuana Use and CBD for Pets: Is There a Correlation?
Marijuana legalization has expanded rapidly across the U.S.
As of 2025:
24 states allow recreational marijuana 38 states allow medical marijuana
Marijuana use among adults has increased steadily, with Pew Research reporting that more than 50% of Americans have tried marijuana, and about 22% report recent use.
đź”— https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2024/04/18/americans-views-marijuana-legalization/
Are Marijuana Users More Likely to Buy CBD for Their Dogs?
Market researchers and Reddit discussions strongly suggest yes.
Reasons include:
Familiarity with cannabinoids Reduced stigma around cannabis-derived products Greater trust in plant-based calming solutions Understanding that CBD ≠THC
Importantly, responsible pet owners consistently emphasize never giving THC to dogs, but they are often more open to CBD sourced from hemp.
What Reddit Dog Owners Are Saying
Across Reddit communities like r/dogs, r/pethealth, and r/CBD, common themes emerge:
“I used CBD myself before I ever gave it to my dog.” “Once I saw how it helped my anxiety, it felt natural to try it for my dog.” “Legalization made me more comfortable researching cannabinoids for pets.” “I was skeptical until my vet explained CBD vs THC.”
Many Reddit users explicitly state that prior marijuana or CBD use lowered their hesitation and accelerated adoption of CBD products for dogs, especially for thunder anxiety, fireworks fear, and senior dog pain.
Why Legalization Accelerates CBD Adoption for Pets
Legal marijuana doesn’t just increase cannabis use, it normalizes cannabinoid education.
As legalization spreads:
More people understand the difference between THC and CBD Trust in regulated hemp products increases Veterinary conversations become more open Stigma around “giving CBD to dogs” continues to fade
This cultural shift strongly supports faster adoption of CBD-based pet wellness products, particularly for anxiety-related conditions like thunderstorms and fireworks.
What This Means for Thunder Anxiety in Dogs
For dog owners dealing with thunder anxiety:
CBD familiarity reduces fear of trying new solutions Personal positive experience builds confidence Education replaces stigma Multi-pet households adopt faster
In my own experience with Nala, CBD became the most impactful part of a multi-layered approach to managing thunder anxiety. And yes, my comfort level with CBD absolutely influenced that decision.
The Takeaway
A majority of dog owners who use CBD for pets also use CBD themselves Marijuana users are more likely to explore CBD for their dogs Legalization and education accelerate pet CBD adoption Reddit conversations confirm real-world behavior mirrors the data
As awareness grows, CBD for pets is increasingly seen not as a trend, but as a natural extension of modern wellness thinking.
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